U.S. cut 92,000 jobs in ‘dismal’ February report, unemployment 4.4%
The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, a significant cut after January saw a better-than-expected report, according to the…
Litchfield City Council Approves Emergency Water Plant Repairs, Pursues Federal Grants for $4.6 Million Overhaul
Litchfield City Council Meeting | March 5, 2026 Article Summary: The Litchfield City Council unanimously authorized over $73,000 in unbudgeted…
Turmoil in Texas: Concerns for Paxton to drop out, Gonzales drops reelection bid
Within two days of the March primary election, two high-profile races are already in turmoil. Republican leaders are taking actions…
HHS and DOC announce nutrition education initiative for medical schools
Nutrition education for medical students will become more prominent in curriculum beginning this upcoming fall. …
Target sued for checking arrest records of new hires: Class action
CHICAGO — Target has been hit by a new class action lawsuit accusing it of violating Illinois state law by…
Farm bill, with changes, heads to U.S. House for vote
After more than 22 hours of debate, the Agriculture Committee in the House of Representatives voted early Thursday morning to…
Agency improves license processing times; PA leader calls for modernization
(The Center Square) – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation says it has reduced the average processing time…
These are the members of Congress who voted against disclosing sexual harassment claims
Nearly all members of Congress, 357 Republicans and Democrats, don’t want taxpayers to know which members have used taxpayer funds…
Illinois Quick Hits: Pritzker to Noem: ‘Don’t let the door hit you’
(The Center Square) – Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s legacy is corruption and chaos. …
Chicago police monitor Iran-U.S. conflict; public advised to be aware
(The Center Square) – Chicago Police say they are monitoring the U.S. conflict in Iran. …
Illinois secretary of state wants nearly 2% budget increase
(The Center Square) – Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias wants nearly 2% more in taxpayer funds for his upcoming…
Illinois Quick Hits: Suspect arrested in connection with East St. Louis killing
(The Center Square) – With assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service, Illinois State Police special agents arrested a man accused…