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…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Litchfield Park District for Feb. 4, 2026
Litchfield Park District Meeting | Feb. 4, 2026 The Litchfield Park District Board of Commissioners met on Wednesday, February 4,…
Oil cos. ask to pause Chicago climate ‘deception’ suit til SCOTUS weighs in
Saying the U.S. Supreme Court will decide soon if the lawsuit is even allowed, a group of oil and gas…
Illinois quick hits: Ex-Carlyle Police Chief faces federal embezzlement charges;
Ex-Carlyle Police Chief faces federal embezzlement charges …
Lawmaker proposes property tax credits as housing debate continues
(The Center Square) – As state and local officials sound off on housing proposals at the Illinois Capitol, a state…