Illinois’ comeback story starts here.

Bill introduced to again try for progressive income tax in Illinois

Bill introduced to again try for progressive income tax in Illinois

The Illinois Constitution currently requires income taxes to be imposed at a single, flat rate. A new bill filed in the Illinois General Assembly would allow for income to be taxed at varying rates, making it easier for lawmakers to raise rates.

By Bryce Hill

Felon Madigan should repay taxpayers nearly $600K for public pension

Felon Madigan should repay taxpayers nearly $600K for public pension

Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan was convicted of misusing his public office for his own power and profit. Not only should his public pension be halted, he should repay the nearly $600,000 taxpayers already paid the felon.

Jaurice Winston

Jaurice Winston

“I’m from the West Side of Chicago, the Austin area to be specific. There were lots of summer programs in my area and the one I signed up for was run by the Male Mogul Initiative. I had no idea what it was or what it was going to do for me.” “Everything I learned...

Illinois lawmakers plan to short pensions by $5.1B in July

Illinois lawmakers plan to short pensions by $5.1B in July

Illinois’ five state-run retirement systems need $16.8 billion in funding for the coming fiscal year, but state lawmakers only plan to pay $11.7 billion. That’s $5.1 billion less than needed for plans already approaching insolvency.

By Bryce Hill