Residents are leaving Illinois at an alarming rate to accept jobs in other states, taking their talents, their contributions to their communities, and their tax dollars with them. This trend must stop if the state wants to remain strong.
One of the foremost legends in Illinois high school track coaching has decided to call it a career after one last season, as longtime boys cross country coach Joe Newton announced his retirement through his son, Thomas.
Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan has spoken up in defense of Frank Mautino, the state’s auditor general, in an interview with Peoria public radio station WCBU.
Illinois Comptroller Leslie Geissler Munger set off a tornado of debate earlier this week when she proposed a “No Budget No Pay" bill targeted at lawmakers in Springfield.