Illinois
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Salvation Army rehab ‘enrollees’ who work at thrift stores aren’t ‘employees’
A few days after agreeing to let them proceed with their class action against one of America's most prominent charities…
Illinois housing affordability efforts pit tax cuts against new spending
(The Center Square) – As homeownership may be growing out of reach for many young residents, Illinois lawmakers are split…
Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago city workers owe more than $19M
(The Center Square) – Chicago city workers reportedly owe more than $19 million in traffic tickets, water bills and fines,…
Attorney expects conversion therapy ruling to impact Illinois ban
(The Center Square) – Illinois’ ban on conversion therapy may be challenged in the near future. …
Millionaire’s tax proposal draws mixed reviews as deadline approaches
(The Center Square) – Supporters of a 3% surcharge on income more than $1 million have less than a month…
Universities warn state funding delays are wasting millions in taxpayer investment
(The Center Square) – Long‑delayed university repair funding is leaving campuses across the state with holes in their roofs, and…
Illinois Quick Hits: Loyola student’s alleged killer faces federal firearm charge
(The Center Square) – An 18-year-old Loyola University student’s accused killer has also been charged with illegal possession of a…