Institute in Trib Local: Business Climate Explored at Summit
Institute in Trib Local: Business Climate Explored at Summit
John Tillman, CEO of the Illinois Public Policy Institute, spoke about tax increases recently passed by state lawmakers.
Institute in Real Clear Politics: The Worst is Yet to Come in Illinois
Institute in Real Clear Politics: The Worst is Yet to Come in Illinois
The Illinois Policy Institute's call to repeal the 66 percent tax increase is featured in an article on state pensions and the tax hike.
Institute in FOX Chicago News: Sex Offender Acurie Collier Strikes Again, Some Ask Why He Wasn’t Behind Bars
Institute in FOX Chicago News: Sex Offender Acurie Collier Strikes Again, Some Ask Why He Wasn’t Behind Bars
A joint investigation by FOX Chicago News and the Illinois Policy Institute finds the agency in charge of keeping watch on that predator apparently dropped the ball.
Institute on NBC Chicago: Suit – Probation Office Failed to Monitor Sex Offender
Institute on NBC Chicago: Suit – Probation Office Failed to Monitor Sex Offender
Institute's investigative reporter, Lee Williams, discusses a negligence suit filed against the Cook County Adult Probation Department and it's chief officer.
New Jersey Governor Launches Illinois Ad Campaign
New Jersey Governor Launches Illinois Ad Campaign
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie views the recent tax increases in Illinois as an opportunity to woo businesses to New Jersey, and has just released a radio ad on his website.
Neither Probation Chief Nor Chief Judge to Address Civil Rights Lawsuit
Neither Probation Chief Nor Chief Judge to Address Civil Rights Lawsuit
Cook County Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans announced through a spokeswoman he will not address the civil rights lawsuit filed against his probation chief.
The Institute Launches Spanish Language Policy, Outreach and Watchdog Series
The Institute Launches Spanish Language Policy, Outreach and Watchdog Series
The Institute launched a Spanish language series earlier this week. In collaboration with the policy, outreach and watchdog investigative reporting teams at the Institute, Daniel Anthony, director of marketing and communications, will lead this effort.
Cook County Probation Chief Sued for Civil Rights Violation, Negligence, Misconduct
Cook County Probation Chief Sued for Civil Rights Violation, Negligence, Misconduct
The family of a 13-year-old girl who police say was sexually assaulted by a poorly-supervised probationer has filed a civil rights lawsuit against Cook County acting-Chief Probation Officer Jesus Reyes.
Strong Support for School Choice among Chicago Parents
Strong Support for School Choice among Chicago Parents
According to a Renaissance Schools Fund and Richard Day Research poll, Chicago's charter school parents report overwhelming satisfaction with the quality of their children's education.
PRESS RELEASE: State Agency Slowdown Costly to Businesses, Jobless
PRESS RELEASE: State Agency Slowdown Costly to Businesses, Jobless
Now that the tax increases have been signed into law, Illinois must do everything it can to keep businesses from leaving the state. The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) can lead the way by correcting a work slowdown
Celebrating National School Choice Week
Celebrating National School Choice Week
From January 23rd to January 29th, America celebrates the power of choice in education. Advocates all across the nation are emphasizing real ways to improve the education of America's children.
IDES Staffers Say Orchestrated Slowdown Exists at Agency
IDES Staffers Say Orchestrated Slowdown Exists at Agency
Amidst record demand for services, IDES agency heads say they dont know why the appeals department is handling a fraction of the cases it did at this time last year. Staffers say the delay is intentional.
Illinois Residents Pack Up for Other States
Illinois Residents Pack Up for Other States
Post tax hike farewell letters from Illinois residents.
The Reality of the Debt Ceiling
The Reality of the Debt Ceiling
Senator Toomey discusses the consequences of raising the debt ceiling.