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Illinois Senate GOP minority leader Brady resigns

(The Center Square) – Republican Bill Brady announced Wednesday he is resigning his seat in the Illinois Senate, effective at 11:59 p.m. Thursday.In a...

Illinois businesses prepare for another minimum wage increase

(The Center Square) – With the new year, Illinois will see another minimum wage hike on Jan. 1.The state’s minimum wage goes up to...

During pandemic, charities try to sustain this holiday season

(The Center Square) – The coronavirus pandemic is putting a strain on charities this holiday season.The Salvation Army reports donations from their Red Kettle campaign,...

Illinois pet shelters stay busy during pandemic

(The Center Square) — The COVID-19 pandemic has had an effect on just about every part of society, and animal shelters in Illinois are...

Illinois, other states banking on recreational cannabis tax revenue

(The Center Square) – In the November election, four more states joined Illinois in allowing recreational marijuana use in hopes of closing budget gaps,...

Pritzker details $700 million in state budget cuts

(The Center Square) – After Illinois voters rejected his progressive income tax amendment, Gov. J.B. Pritzker has said he plans to focus on cuts...