Illinois
Latest Census data shows Illinois’ largest cities continuing to lose population(The Center Square) – The exodus from Illinois continues. The latest Census data for 2023 shows that people are moving out of Democratic strongholds such as Illinois and into Texas,… Read More
Illinois
Freedom Caucus on Pritzker urging $800 million in budget cuts: ‘We told you so’(The Center Square) – For weeks, Gov. J.B. Pritzker has boasted about his proposed 2025 budget as being balanced, but it appears that the numbers aren’t adding up. Republicans are… Read More
Illinois
Chicago Bears look for public financing in building a new stadium(The Center Square) – The Chicago Bears on Wednesday unveiled details about a proposed new stadium complex on the lakefront in which the NFL team will seek taxpayer funding, something… Read More
Government
Education expert analyzes Invest in Kids’ record-breaking numbers for final year(The Center Square) – Despite record-breaking enrollment for its final year, Illinois lawmakers have yet to address the expired Invest in Kids school choice scholarship program. There were rumblings that… Read More
Illinois
Opposition grows over proposal to eliminate tipped wages in Illinois(The Center Square) – Legislation that would eliminate the tip credit in Illinois is facing opposition from members of the service industry. Under the current system, businesses pay a portion… Read More