Articles filed under Politics
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How Illinois’ new child tax credit will affect suburban parentsMay 31, 2024 11:53 pm - Thousands of qualifying suburban parents could receive an income tax break next year due to the state’s first child tax credit included in the upcoming state budget.
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Republicans slam new state election law favoring incumbentsMay 03, 2024 8:43 pm - SPRINGFIELD — With about three weeks to go before the Illinois General Assembly is scheduled to adjourn its spring legislative session, supermajority Democrats flexed the...
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Electric grid, transportation and buildings: Illinois lawmakers and environmental advocates introduce trio of climate billsApr 30, 2024 6:48 pm - The Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition introduced a hefty legislative package Tuesday outlining potential solutions in the power, buildings and transportation sectors. The coa...
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Elmhurst Park District eyes possible referendum for new Wagner center, amenitiesApr 26, 2024 7:44 pm - The Elmhurst Park District will conduct a voter survey to help officials decide whether to put forward a November ballot question that would seek funding for a new Wagner...
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How’s cashless bail going? Here’s what the data saysApr 25, 2024 4:35 pm - Editor’s note: A previous version of this article incorrectly described the status of Frank Walaitis car and bicycle. About seven months after Illinois ended cash bai...
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Regulators weigh future of gas industry in Illinois, while clamping down on Chicago utilityApr 14, 2024 8:12 am - Natural gas is fueling a fight between consumer advocates, a powerful utility company and the state. Amid competing advertising campaigns, accusations of mismanagement an...
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Glenbard Dist. 87’s $183 million request approved by 404 votesApr 10, 2024 6:38 pm - Voters in Glenbard High School District 87 have approved a $183 million borrowing plan by a 404-vote margin, according to the final tally released by DuPage County electi...
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Ballot count so far favors Glenbard Dist. 87’s $183 million requestMar 25, 2024 7:36 pm - While election authorities still are counting mail-in ballots, voters in Glenbard High School District 87 narrowly were favoring a $183 million borrowing plan, the latest...
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Why Illinois voters were no-shows at the polls on Election DayMar 22, 2024 9:53 am - When all the votes are certified by the Illinois Board of Elections next month, it will likely show the lowest turnout for a presidential primary in at least 34 years. An...
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Third time’s the charm? District 23 will consider another referendum, spending cutsMar 20, 2024 6:30 pm - After falling short on two tax-hike referendums within the last 12 months, Prospect Heights Elementary District 23 is weighing its options to pay for state-mandated full-...