Workers’ comp law could raise employer costs | Illinois
(The Center Square) – A civil justice watchdog says a new Illinois law could reverse the state’s gains in workers’ compensation reform. House Bill 5228 to amend workers’ comp provisions took effect immediately upon being signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Aug. 7. Phil Melin, executive director of Illinois Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse, pointed to […]
Aurora recall referendum effort submits nearly 9,000 signatures | Illinois
(The Center Square) – An Aurora grassroots group seeking to give city voters the ability to recall the mayor and alderpersons at large has submitted nearly 9,000 petition signatures in an effort to place two referendum questions on the November ballot. Aurora for Change submitted the petitions ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline for local […]
Pritzker visits storm damaged community after opponent calls on him to act | Illinois
(The Center Square) – After spending a day at the State Fair, Gov. J.B. Pritzker made his way back to the Chicagoland area Friday to tour damage in suburban communities from strong storms and tornadoes. An opponent to Pritzker in the coming election called for him to help residents a day prior. Strong storms swept […]
State spends millions on State Fair; new infrastructure project plans unveiled | Illinois
(The Center Square) – With the Illinois State Fair in Springfield opening Thursday morning, officials revealed how much state spending has gone into the fairgrounds and plans for more taxpayer funded projects. As one of two separate fairgrounds the state maintains, the 366 acre Springfield property that sits on historic Route 66 has pulled in […]
Illinois Quick Hits: Small business advocates applaud treasury rule on BOI | Illinois
(The Center Square) – According to the National Federation of Independent Business, the U.S. Treasury Department’s final rule removing the requirement for companies to report beneficial ownership information with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network will save small businesses from more than $128 billion of regulatory and compliance costs. NFIB Illinois State Director Noah Finley said […]
Illinois Quick Hits: Bill introduced to repeal digital ad tax, social media fee | Illinois
(The Center Square) – An Illinois lawmaker has proposed bills that would repeal the state’s social media platform fee and targeted advertising services act. State Rep. Travis Weaver, R-Peoria, filed House Bills 5806 and 5807 last week. The tax and fee measures were part of the state revenue package signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker in […]
Licensing questions raised after funeral home findings | Illinois
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker says state officials are working with local law enforcement after 56 decomposing bodies were found at a Chicago funeral home. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office said it took jurisdiction of the remains after the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation suspended the license of South Chicago Chapel’s owner. […]
Illinois Quick Hits: SBA approves disaster declaration for 6 counties | Illinois
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved a disaster declaration for the severe storms and flooding that impacted six counties in northeastern Illinois from July 2-4. The declaration for Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Kane, Kendall and McHenry counties will allow homeowners, renters, businesses and certain nonprofit organizations to apply for low-interest loans to help with damages not […]
CTA reopens $25.6M renovated Green Line station with more accessibility | Illinois
(The Center Square) – A stop on the Chicago L’s Green Line reopened Friday following a $25.6 million station renovation. The new renovation is part of the Chicago Transit Authority’s All Stations Accessibility program. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, alongside Gov. J.B. Pritzker cut a ribbon to mark the opening of the Green Line’s Austin Boulevard […]
Johnson waits as mayoral field grows | Illinois
(The Center Square) – The field for Chicago’s mayoral election in 2027 includes more than 10 candidates, but the incumbent has yet to toss his hat in the ring. Philanthropist and businessman Willie Wilson announced plans to launch his fourth campaign for Chicago mayor with an event set for Monday afternoon on the West Side. […]