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‘Astonishingly reckless:’ IL Dems intro tax on ‘unrealized gains’ to fund transit
With just two days remaining in the Illinois legislative fall veto session, Illinois Democratic state lawmakers have introduced new legislation,…
Illinois beef producers say Trump’s Argentina beef plan hurts farmers
(The Center Square) – Illinois beef producers express frustration over President Donald Trump’s plan to expand beef imports from Argentina,…
Illinois quick hits: Bailey family announces memorial services; digital currency scam losses
Bailey family announces memorial services …
WATCH: Expect tax and fee increases for veto; Democrats want more sanctuary policies
(The Center Square) – In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Editor Greg Bishop reviews the…
Judge: Benefits of feeding babies beat risk claims in NEC lawsuits
Saying trial lawyers have not yet shown evidence of an alternative to cow's milk-based infant formula that would not leave…
Primary election filing to begin Monday for Illinois Dem, GOP candidates
(The Center Square) – Candidates hoping for a spot on 2026 primary election ballots are expected to line up Monday…
High superintendent pay fuels debate over Illinois school consolidation
(The Center Square) – A new Illinois Policy Institute report reignites debate over how schools are run and how much…
Illinois quick hits: Chicago expressway projects ends; Spooky graveyards
Chicago expressway projects ends Gov.…
Op-Ed: 340B needs transparency to fulfill Its mission
For the 5,000 people in Illinois living with sickle cell disease, access to affordable medical care and life-saving treatments is…
Critics warn Illinois’ ‘megaproject’ tax breaks shift costs to taxpayers
(The Center Square) – A Springfield proposal grants major tax breaks to “megaprojects,” which critics warn could leave homeowners and…
WATCH: Pritzker creates accountability commission amid increased immigration enforcement
(The Center Square) – In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Editor Greg Bishop discusses the…
Illinois quick hits: Report: $17,300 state debt per person; Metro East crime suppression operations
Report: $17,300 state debt per person …