Illinois state revenue projections cut by $800M after much weaker Tax Day
Illinois state revenue projections cut by $800M after much weaker Tax Day
April 2023 Illinois state income tax collections came in $1.8 billion lower than April 2022, leading state forecasters to make massive cuts in expected 2023 revenue.
By Justin Carlson
What to know before Brandon Johnson becomes mayor of Chicago
What to know before Brandon Johnson becomes mayor of Chicago
Former Cook County Commissioner and Chicago Teachers Union lobbyist Brandon Johnson will be sworn in as the 57th mayor of Chicago May 15. Here’s what Chicagoans should know about his political ties, policy proposals and prospects.
By Patrick Andriesen
Laurel Reutter
Laurel Reutter
“The Nurse Licensure Compact is an agreement between states to recognize licenses for nurses from another compact state. Only 12 states aren’t in the compact, and Illinois is one of them, so Illinois nurses can only practice in Illinois.”
Roni Facen
Roni Facen
“Our kids here in this community deserve it. They deserve the opportunity to choose where they go to school and be provided with the best education possible."
Illinois gas tax revenue hits $212 million in April, highest monthly total this year
Illinois gas tax revenue hits $212 million in April, highest monthly total this year
Illinois is eighth in the nation for most expensive gas, and reduced oil production in May could drive prices even higher. It all means more taxes for the state.
By Dylan Sharkey
4 ways Springfield should combat ‘ComEd 4’ corruption
4 ways Springfield should combat ‘ComEd 4’ corruption
A jury found all “ComEd Four” defendants guilty of bribing Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan in exchange for favorable legislation. It was an alarm for Springfield lawmakers that half-measures don’t work and lasting ethics reform is needed in Illinois.
By Joe Tabor
Illinois’ COVID disaster ends after 1,155 days
Illinois’ COVID disaster ends after 1,155 days
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s 42nd and final disaster proclamation has expired after 1,155 days in a state of emergency. Illinois was 1 of only 6 states still under emergency orders because of the pandemic.
By Dylan Sharkey
‘ComEd Four’ defendant convicted in bribery scheme could keep pension
‘ComEd Four’ defendant convicted in bribery scheme could keep pension
Officials at the General Assembly Retirement System suspended Michael McClain’s legislative pension after he was convicted on nine counts of bribery in the ‘ComEd Four’ trial. Precedent suggests it may not be permanent.
By Patrick Andriesen
Pennsylvania unions push misleading labor amendment modeled after Illinois’ Amendment 1
Pennsylvania unions push misleading labor amendment modeled after Illinois’ Amendment 1
Pennsylvania’s House Bill 950 is worded exactly like Illinois’ Amendment 1. Illinois labor leaders recently claimed Illinois’ amendment is the “blueprint” for other states, such as Pennsylvania.
By Mailee Smith
Second big investment firm may leave Chicago for Miami
Second big investment firm may leave Chicago for Miami
Industry sources report one of Chicago’s largest money management firms could soon move their Illinois headquarters to Florida. Guggenheim Partners would be the sixth large company and second investment firm to move out of Illinois in the past year.
By Patrick Andriesen
Illinois politicians want extra $25M for Democratic National Convention security in Chicago
Illinois politicians want extra $25M for Democratic National Convention security in Chicago
Illinois’ congressional Democrats asked for an additional $25 million to pay for security at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Host cities typically receive $50 million.
By Dylan Sharkey