Report: SEIU spends big on politics, little on members
(The Center Square) - A labor policy analyst says the Service Employees International Union of Illinois spends far more on politics than it does on representing workers. Mailee Smith, senior director of labor policy and...
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Illinois quick hits: Mandatory human trafficking awareness training at casinos
Mandatory human trafficking awareness training New Illinois Gaming Board administrative rules now require all casinos statewide to conduct mandatory human trafficking recognition training, develop, document and implemen...
May 16, 2025
Bears officials tell Chicago's mayor building stadium in suburbs a priority
(The Center Square) - The saga surrounding the Chicago Bears and their desire for a new stadium has taken another turn. The Bears have told the city of Chicago that they have their sights set on Arlington Heights for a ...
May 16, 2025
WATCH: Retailer warns State Police website maintenance could pause firearms sales
(The Center Square) - A firearms retailer is raising alarm over Illinois State Police planning to take down a Firearm Owners ID verification website for maintenance. Maxon Shooter's Supplies and Indoor Range owner Dan E...
May 16, 2025
IL lawmakers push warehouse solar despite safety, energy risks: Legislator
(The Center Square) - Illinois lawmakers are pushing House Resolution 68, urging warehouse owners to install rooftop solar panels and use clean energy incentives. Critics argue the panels can pose fire and structural risks, making larg...
May 16, 2025
Illinois home to 15th largest share of roads in poor conditions across country
(The Center Square) - Construction Coverage Head of Engineering and Data Analytics Officer Michael Stromberg has some unsolicited advice for Illinois lawmakers looking at the state's poor ranking in the latest 2025 U.S. States with Bes...
May 16, 2025
IL prioritizes $3.2B for immigrants, leaves working families behind: Legislator
(The Center Square) - A state legislator says a proposal to allocate $50 million in state funding for after-school programs has been sidelined due to state spending on illegal immigrants. During a news conference this w...
May 16, 2025
Illinois quick hits: Storm cleanup continues; Chicago teachers vote on union leaders
Storm cleanup continues Cleanup efforts are underway across Illinois after a powerful line of storms rolled through the state Thursday, toppling trees, knocking out power and leaving a trail of damage in multiple commun...
May 16, 2025
WATCH: Illinois In Focus Daily | Friday May 16th, 2025
(The Center Square) - In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Associate Editor Greg Bishop talks live with state Rep. Jed Davis about his budget proposal and the process of getting a state spending plan across ...
May 16, 2025
WATCH: IL GOP senators call for DOC leader's removal over safety issues
(The Center Square) - Republican state senators are calling for the removal of the acting director of the Illinois Department of Corrections. The Illinois Senate Executive Appointments Committee met Thursday and advance...
May 15, 2025
