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3 ways a ‘millionaire tax’ would hurt Illinois

By Matheus Cosso
10/29/2024
Illinois voters on Nov. 5 will be asked whether they favor a “millionaire tax.” Here are three things to know about it: the tax can be easily avoided, it fails to provide stable revenue and it discourages or limits economic growth.

What you need to know about who’s running for Chicago mayor

By Joe Tabor, Perry Zhao
02/18/2023
Nine candidates are asking to be Chicago’s next mayor. The election is outside the normal election cycle, meaning voter turnout is low despite the mayor’s impact on crime, education, the economy and Chicagoans’ taxes. Here’s what to know about the nine candidates.

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Holiday scratch-offs are no gift to Illinois schools

By Patrick Andriesen
12/18/2022
A closer look at Illinois’ lottery legislation shows lawmakers historically diverted funding away from the classroom. Despite recent legislation, outsized holiday scratcher sales still only translate to slight gains for public schools.

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