Center Square: More Illinois corporations lay off workers in June
Illinois Policy Institute Director of Fiscal and Economic Research Bryce Hill said Illinois has the least business-friendly climate of all neighboring states and regulations and requirements can create unnecessary business hurdles.
Sun-Times: Johnson to join Democratic mayors on phone call with Biden as president fights to stay in presidential race
Mayor Brandon Johnson said Tuesday he’s “looking forward to speaking to” and hearing from President Joe Biden on a call Tuesday night with Democratic mayors as Biden continues to try and save his candidacy after a debate debacle.
Chicago Tribune: Former Dolton lawyers sue competing attorney for defamation
After bowing out of representing the village of Dolton because of village trustees’ refusal to pay them, the Del Galdo law group is suing a lawyer representing those trustees for defamation.
Daily Herald: Audit reveals shortcomings that led to DuPage County cannabis tax snafu
DuPage County officials on Tuesday said they won’t risk losing millions in revenue again and will ensure proper paperwork is filed with the state — even if it means doing it themselves.
Daily Herald: Geneva approves another TIF district, with dissent
In a series of three 7-3 votes at a special meeting Monday, the Geneva City Council approved the creation of a fourth tax increment financing district for 297 acres on the city’s east side — but not without dissent and some cutting comments.
WCIA: Beryl prompts cancelations, postponements throughout Central ILWCIA
As the remains of Hurricane Beryl move northward through Illinois, several previously planned events are being postponed or canceled throughout the region.