As Governon JB Pritzker prepares to deliver his annual budget address, Senate Republicans are pushing for greater transparency in state spending, specifically related to programs for asylum seekers and undocumented residents. With Illinois facing a projected $3.2 billion budget deficit in fiscal year 2026, GOP lawmakers are advocating for budget cuts rather than tax increases to address the shortfall.
As Illinois faces increasing energy demands alongside its renewable energy goals, state regulators and lawmakers are grappling with how to address key challenges. A recent hearing brought attention to the issues surrounding energy generation, efficiency programs, and data centers’ growing electricity usage.
The suspension, effective Tuesday, February 11 prohibits the exhibition and sale at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets, and auction markets. This move is intended to prevent the spread of the disease which has been detected in flocks in Illinois.
After 64 hours of deliberation over 11 days, the jury in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan has reached a unanimous decision on 17 counts but is deadlocked on the remaining 12 charges.
Although his first trial ended in a hung jury on 23 of 24 counts, he was convicted in 2011 on charges of shaking down a children’s hospital executive and a racetrack owner for campaign donations to the attempted Senate seat sale, for which the governor held appointment power.
A new law aimed at preventing domestic violence-related deaths was signed by Governor JB Pritzker on Monday, honoring the memory of Karina Gonzalez.
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at helping low- and extremely low-income homeowners make necessary repairs to their homes.
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced the launch of the I-COVER Program (Infield Conservation for Operationalizing Vital Ecosystem Resilience), supported by a $7 million USDA grant. The new program aims to encourage Illinois farmers and landowners to adopt cover crops and enhance their soil conservation practices.
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) are urging eligible Illinois residents to take full advantage of available tax credits when filing their 2024 income tax returns this year. These credits can provide significant savings, potentially reducing the amount of taxes owed or increasing refunds.
SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois Child Support Services Program (ICSSP) is celebrating […]