Business
Howard votes in favor of legislative maps, despite call for nonpartisan redistricting
Illinois State Rep. Terra Costa-Howard has voted in support of district maps that critics consider to be heavily partisan.
State of Illinois
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Business
Sept. 22, 2021 sees Congressional Record publish “NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022.....” in the House of Representatives section
The Congressional Record published “NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022.....” in the House of Representatives section on Sept. 22, 2021.
Business
Durkin: Bill 'will demand transparency and accountability' for prosecutors
Illinois House Minority Leader Jim Durkin (R-Western Springs) wants to give police another tool to move forward with charging suspects in violent crimes even if the state's attorney declines to do so.
Business
Ellman: Child Tax Credit 'has already lifted millions of children across the country from poverty'
State Sen. Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) wants families eligible for a Child Tax Credit advance to make sure they're getting the monthly payments to help pay for the things they need.
Business
“HONORING DR. DIETER MARTIN GRUEN'S 99TH BIRTHDAY.....” published by Congressional Record in the Extensions of Remarks section on Nov. 18, 2021
“HONORING DR. DIETER MARTIN GRUEN'S 99TH BIRTHDAY.....” was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages on Nov. 18, 2021.
Business
Pritzker: Illinois mask mandate 'necessary ' to end COVID pandemic, but neighboring states don't agree
Whenever a state mandates wearing a mask, it’s seen with opposition from those who don’t believe it works; now, only a few states have one for indoor spaces.
Business
Republican candidate for lieutenant governor Trussell: 'We need real common-sense policy solutions'
Illinois' state government is "broken," Stephanie Trussell, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, said in a news conference Dec. 13.
Government
'We’ve even fully legalized kids’ lemonade stands:' New year, new laws in effect in Illinois
Illinois rang in the new year with 300 new laws hitting the books, from requiring insurance companies to cover more comprehensive testing, to increasing funding for scholarships for military families, to making parking easier for pregnant women.
Business
Feb. 8: Congressional Record publishes “POSTAL SERVICE REFORM ACT OF 2021.....” in the House of Representatives section
The Congressional Record published “POSTAL SERVICE REFORM ACT OF 2021.....” in the House of Representatives section on Feb. 8.
Sports
These former-DuPage County area high school standouts' college teams will be in action June 18.
These former-DuPage County area high school standouts' college teams will be in action June 18.
Government
These former DuPage County area high school standouts' college teams will be in action July 18
These former DuPage County area high school standouts' college teams will be in action July 18.
Government
DuPage area Minor League Baseball players scheduled to perform between Aug. 1 and Aug. 15
Here is a rundown of DuPage area Minor League Baseball players set to perform.
Business
Illinois lawmakers must enact reforms to support the small business community
Illinois’ manufacturing sector is grappling with unprecedented challenges fueled by ill-advised policies and the relentless surge of inflation.
Crime & Courts
Illinois House candidate Trussell: Accidentally released inmate 'has a criminal history that includes burglary, assault and drug violations'
Stephanie Trussell, a candidate for Illinois House District 42, expressed concerns over the release of Khalil Bryan, who was facing serious charges.