Illinois Quick Hits: NFIB says biz deduction will bring jobs, benefit to Illinois
(The Center Square) – The National Federation of Independent Business says Illinois is projected to gain 48,000 new jobs each…
Soaring costs and short supply shut millennials out of housing market
Baby Boomers continue to dominate the U.S. housing market, buying and selling more homes last year than any other generation,…
Vought testifies before lawmakers on Trump’s $2.1T budget request
Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought met with U.S. lawmakers Wednesday to discuss the president’s $2.1 trillion budget…
SNAP eligibility changes spark debate on gap for impacted recipients
(The Center Square) – A coalition of non-profits and community organizations across the state are warning that more than 200,000…
Trump puts spotlight on China, Iran’s top oil consumer
With the blockade of Iranian ports moving toward its third day, China, Iran’s largest importer of oil, is vowing not…
Lawmakers, auditors offer fraud prevention solutions
Lawmakers and auditors called on the federal government to implement legislation preventing fraud in programs run by the state. …
Illinois unions seek to kill Waymo-friendly bill in Springfield
(The Center Square) – Leadership and rank-and-file from multiple labor unions called on lawmakers to kill legislation aimed at welcoming…
Will County Animal Protection Services Advises Against Multi-Campus Shelter Model
Will County Public Health & Safety Committee Meeting | April 2, 2026 Article Summary: Following a request for research, the…
Executive Committee Advances $15,000 Strategic Plan Initiative
Will County Board Executive Committee Meeting | April 9, 2026 Article Summary: The Will County Board Executive Committee unanimously approved…
Rich States Poor States: Tax policy largely determines states’ economic competitiveness
No matter what a state offers in terms of natural beauty, work and social opportunities, tax and economic policy —…
P&Z Commission Overrides Staff Denials, Rescuing Special Use Permits for Joliet Wedding Venue and Romeoville Barge Terminal
Will County Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting | April 7, 2026 Article Summary: The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission…
Will County P&Z Commission Grants Extensions for Joliet Township Solar Farm Ground Cover
Will County Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting | April 7, 2026 Article Summary: The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission…