America 250: Illinoisans show the promise of liberty

By Lilly Rossi

07/02/2026

State leaders can take the lead of businesses and residents and work to lessen the burden of corruption and high taxes.

Lawmakers pass bill creating apprenticeships for beauty professions

By Todd J. Behme

06/30/2026

Under the measure, aspiring barbers, cosmetologists and others would have a path to a license that doesn’t require expensive schooling.

TAGS: occupational licensing

Chicago minimum wage increases could reduce opportunities

By Lilly Rossi

06/30/2026

Hourly pay in the city rises every year per ordinance. On July 1 it goes to $17.05.

How a school district cut chronic absenteeism by 65%

By Rich Witzel

06/30/2026

Nearly 1-in-4 students were chronically absent in 2023 at New Trier High School. That dropped by 65% after reforms were implemented.

Illinois’ financial transparency ranks among worst in the nation

By Jessica Rehberg

06/29/2026

The state ranked 46th in a recent report, getting only 51 out of 100 points.

July 4: Illinois 1 of only 3 states that bans fireworks

By Grace Hansen

06/26/2026

An outdated state law is meant to prevent injuries, which have significantly decreased, and prevents Illinois from benefiting from an industry worth billions of dollars.

Chicago Teachers Union-style political agenda may come to your school district

By Mailee Smith

06/25/2026

Teacher contracts expire this year in at least 60 districts represented by the Illinois Federation of Teachers — run by CTU President Stacy Davis Gates.

TAGS: CTU: Chicago Teachers Union

Illinois lawmakers miss chance to improve healthcare access by joining interstate compacts

By Riya Kapoor

06/24/2026

Licensed practical nurses and physician assistants remain held back by red tape, making it harder for them to work where they are needed.

TAGS: Nurse Licensure Compact

Lawmakers boost their salaries to over $100,000

By Lilly Rossi

06/23/2026

Their base pay has risen almost 50% since J.B. Pritzker became governor, compared with just a 30% increase for Illinoisans.

Poll: Taxes, economy top concerns for Illinoisans 

By Todd J. Behme

06/22/2026

A recent survey also shows that fully half of residents would move out of the state given the opportunity.

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America 250: Illinoisans show the promise of liberty

Lawmakers pass bill creating apprenticeships for beauty professions

Chicago minimum wage increases could reduce opportunities

How a school district cut chronic absenteeism by 65%

Illinois’ financial transparency ranks among worst in the nation

July 4: Illinois 1 of only 3 states that bans fireworks

Chicago Teachers Union-style political agenda may come to your school district

Illinois lawmakers miss chance to improve healthcare access by joining interstate compacts

Lawmakers boost their salaries to over $100,000

Poll: Taxes, economy top concerns for Illinoisans

Who Lives Below the Poverty Line in Illinois? Family Structure and Education Mark the Highest Risk

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