Kevin Munroe
Kevin Munroe
“I've never felt pulled to either end of the ideological spectrum. They serve a purpose and it’s important for people to be passionate about their beliefs. But my life experiences have always shown me that it's the middle way that creates the most impactful, pragmatic solutions.”
Jonathan Serrano
Jonathan Serrano
“I want to serve. I’m doing what I like to do and I’m helping small businesses. They’re the backbone of America.”
Alper Turan
Alper Turan
“I’m thankful that my family has been able to pursue the American Dream, but our state has been in the wrong hands for many years causing economic and social downfall. I don’t want my state to stay this way for my grandkids. If I can take any steps to correct the path that we’re on, I am in.”
8 reasons Illinois voters should reject Amendment 1
8 reasons Illinois voters should reject Amendment 1
Illinois voters will decide Nov. 8 whether to adopt a radical amendment to the Illinois Constitution that would hike taxes and empower special interests. Those are just two of eight reasons why Amendment 1 is bad for Illinoisans.
By Hannah Schmid
Illinois gas taxes help push prices near all-time high
Illinois gas taxes help push prices near all-time high
The second-highest motor fuel tax in the nation keeps Illinois’ gas prices the highest in the Midwest. Diesel hits a record as the average gas price moves close to a record.
By Dylan Sharkey
Illinois House to probe Pritzker failure to stop 36 veterans’ home deaths
Illinois House to probe Pritzker failure to stop 36 veterans’ home deaths
The Pritzker Administration failed to respond despite 11 days of reports about a COVID-19 outbreak at the LaSalle Veterans’ Home, resulting in 36 deaths, according to a state audit. Now Illinois House members plan to probe the failings.
By Dylan Sharkey
Working mom: Pritzker gas tax ploy assumes Illinoisans ‘stupid’
Working mom: Pritzker gas tax ploy assumes Illinoisans ‘stupid’
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s campaign gimmick to delay his next gas tax increase assumes Illinois drivers have a short memory. One working mom says her $72 fill-up is a regular reminder of just how many taxes Pritzker has imposed.
Zach Meiborg
Zach Meiborg
“As business owners, we’re constantly up against headwinds at every level of bureaucracy and we’re exhausted from the fight to keep and extend more job opportunities here.”
Neighbor states pursue real tax reform as Pritzker offers election-year gimmicks
Neighbor states pursue real tax reform as Pritzker offers election-year gimmicks
While Illinois settles for Pritzker’s temporary relief that mostly expires after the November election, its neighbor states are making long-term changes to help grow their economies.
By Justin Carlson
Gina Williams
Gina Williams
Pritzker gas taxes add to $72 fill-up to get kids to sports