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The Springfield recap: Highlights from this legislative sessionJun 23, 2024 5:07 am - The Illinois legislative session has concluded, and laws were passed that will support small businesses struggling to hire employees and significantly impact health insur...
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Putting a price on climate change: ‘The cost of inaction is far larger’Jun 23, 2024 5:05 am - Recent studies anticipate climate change will cost the globe trillions over the next decade, and Illinois is no exception. In fact, the counter on global warming’s price ...
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Federal report on ethylene oxide air levels near two Lake County factories released for public commentJun 22, 2024 4:30 am - A report on ethylene oxide measured near Medline Industries in Waukegan and Vantage Specialty Chemicals in Gurnee has been released for public comment.
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Take care of your trees with summer Forestry Stewardship SeriesJun 21, 2024 11:58 am - The Illinois Extension’s five-part webinar series on July 31 to Aug. 28 explores how to start restoring our forest ecosystems, from regional forests to small plots within urban areas.
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Which movies and TV shows are casting in Chicago, the suburbs right now?
Jun 21, 2024 11:50 am - Whether you’re a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in Illinois, neighboring states, and nationwide, and which roles they’re looking to fill.
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Apple kills off its buy now, pay later service barely a year after launch
Jun 21, 2024 9:55 am - NEW YORK — Apple is discontinuing its buy now, pay later service known as Apple Pay Later barely a year after its initial launch in the U.S., and will rely on companies w...
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Cooper’s Hawk tax dispute between Rolling Meadows and Arlington Heights to be decided by Illinois Supreme CourtJun 21, 2024 6:22 am - The Illinois Supreme Court has agreed to hear Rolling Meadows’ appeal of a ruling that would have the city pay Arlington Heights more than $1 million in misallocated sales taxes from Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant.
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The Supreme Court upholds a tax on foreign income over a challenge backed by business interests
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New Child Tax Credit is a big deal, but more can be done for middle class familiesJun 20, 2024 1:22 pm - In the last days of its most recent legislative session, Illinois took a historic step, becoming the 15th state to enact a Child Tax Credit. Child tax credits are powerfu...
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Geneva OKs warehouse annexation amid heated debate, split votes