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Monday: U.S. Supreme Court to hear case that could end forced union dues

In this case, the court will decide if government workers can be required to pay union dues or fees as a condition of employment.

BLS jobs report: Illinois has stagnant jobs growth in November

While more people are beginning to look for work in the state, Illinois’ harmful economic policies have forced many into unemployment.

St. Clair County: Report: Property tax growth in Illinois outpacing personal income growth 3:1

In St. Clair County, homeowners pay 4 percent of their household income to property taxes

Boone County: Report: Property tax growth in Illinois outpacing personal income growth 3:1

In Boone County, homeowners pay 6.2 percent of their household income to property taxes; Winnebago County homeowners pay 6.4 percent of household income toward property taxes

Sangamon County: Report: Property tax growth in Illinois outpacing personal income growth 3:1

In Sangamon County, homeowners pay 4.2 percent of their household income to property taxes

Macon County: Report: Property tax growth in Illinois outpacing personal income growth 3:1

In Macon County, homeowners pay 4.1 percent of their household income to property taxes

Peoria County: Report: Property tax growth in Illinois outpacing personal income growth 3:1

In Peoria County, homeowners pay 5 percent of their household income to property taxes; McLean County homeowners pay 4.7 percent of their household income to property taxes

Lake County: Report: Property tax growth in Illinois outpacing personal income growth 3:1

In Lake County, homeowners pay 9.3 percent of their household income to property taxes; McHenry County homeowners pay 7.9 percent of their household income to property taxes