lllinoisans are bracing for a significant hike in electric bills this summer as grid stress, rising demand, and legislative uncertainty converge. Beginning in June, the average residential customer in northern Illinois served by Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) will see an increase of about $10.60 per month, while downstate Ameren Illinois customers face steeper hikes of 18% to 22%.
Champaign-Urbana continues to ride a wave of economic strength as the area posted one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state for April 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Illinois Department of Employment Security.
A new measure aimed at reducing racial disparities in maternal health care is headed to Governor JB Pritzker’s desk after receiving final approval in the Illinois Senate this week.
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has been honored with the 2025 Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, a national certification awarded by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal recognizes employers that meet high standards in fostering mentally healthy workplaces, and IDOR becomes the first state governmental agency in Illinois to receive this prestigious designation.
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has announced more than $50 million in conditional state and federal funding to support the development and rehabilitation of seven permanent supportive housing (PSH) projects throughout Illinois. This major investment will create 129 units of affordable housing with wraparound services tailored to individuals and families who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, living with disabilities, or transitioning from institutional care.
A state-funded health care program that provides coverage to more than 30,000 noncitizens in Illinois, including many without legal immigration status, is set to be eliminated on July 1 as part of Governor JB Pritzker’s proposed budget cuts.
One lucky Illinois Lottery player is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting the $850,000 Lucky Day Lotto jackpot during the May 12 midday drawing. The winning ticket was purchased online and matched all five numbers: 6-11-23-28-30.
Illinois motorists and businesses are preparing for higher costs at the pump as new fuel tax increases take effect on July 1, driven by inflation and local tax expansions. Nate Harris, CEO of the Illinois Fuel and Retail Association, voiced concerns this week about the cumulative impact on residents and the broader economy.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order Wednesday preventing state agencies from collecting or sharing data about autism with the federal government, unless it is legally or medically required.
Cardinal Robert Prevost was born in a suburb of Chicago. He will now be known as Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff in history. The news has sparked celebration across Illinois, with public officials and Catholic institutions alike expressing pride and joy.