Trump addresses Illinois Dems’ funding concerns with Dept. of Ed order | Illinois
(The Center Square) – In signing an executive order Thursday to close the U.S. Department of Education, President Donald Trump is putting to rest concerns raised by Illinois Democrats. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has been critical of the anticipated move, warning the move could mean more than $3 billion fewer federal tax dollars for Illinois […]
WATCH: Illinois Republican advances bill out of Gun Violence Prevention Committee | Illinois
(The Center Square) – A Republican state legislator advanced a measure out of the Illinois House Gun Violence Prevention Committee. State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer, R-Murrayville, proposed House Bill 1316 in response to a situation in his district where a student threatened another student that they would shoot them. A school staffer waited until the next […]
Illinois quick hits: Comptroller suspends crematory’s license; Pritzker matriarch dies at 101 | Illinois
Comptroller suspends crematory’s license Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced Monday her office has summarily suspended and filed a complaint to permanently revoke the license of Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights. Her office said it is in response to violations documented by Illinois Office of Comptroller staff including improper storage of bodies, lying to the office’s […]
IL legislator anticipates DEI ‘privilege walks’ will continue despite Trump EO | Illinois
(The Center Square) – According to Bloomington Public Schools District 87 documents, staff were directed to participate in “Privilege Walks,” where teachers start on a line and take a step forward for each “privilege” they identify with, like being white, a male, having married parents, etc. Illinois state Rep. Regan Deering, R-Decatur, anticipates diversity, equity […]
Proposals aim to ban disposable products in Illinois businesses and schools | Illinois
(The Center Square) – Two measures, awaiting advancement, seek to outlaw plastics, foam and disposable products from Illinois businesses and schools. The National Federation of Independent Business is opposing a proposed amendment to the Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act that would ban the use of single-use plastic and paper carryout bags by stores and […]
Illinois quick hits: Health officials brace for measles cases; Bulls banners damaged after rock concert | Illinois
Health officials brace for measles cases The Illinois Department of Public Health is bracing for a possible measles outbreak in the state. Nationwide, nearly 300 cases have been reported, far ahead of last years’ pace. Measles is considered to be one of the most infectious diseases. Officials with IDPH said the best prevention method for […]
Illinois quick hits: Burn bans continue; changing station mandate advances | Illinois
Burn bans continue Fire departments across Illinois are issuing burn bans as dry conditions are about to be exacerbated by high winds this weekend. Under a ban, people are ordered to refrain from open burning of landscape, agricultural and household waste. A grass fire in Macon County Wednesday spread and engulfed five buildings. Much of […]
SBA eliminating taxpayer money funding illegal border crossers | National
(The Center Square) – Of the many priorities announced by Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler, several eliminate policies implemented by the Biden administration that diverted taxpayer money from American small businesses to illegal border crossers. Loeffler’s policies support President Donald Trump’s America First agenda, including identifying wasteful, fraudulent or abusive spending of taxpayer money […]
NFIB: Businesses would consider leaving if IL imposes non-electric vehicle ban | Illinois
(The Center Square) – The Illinois Pollution Control Board is considering a proposal to ban most new non-electric vehicle sales in the state by 2035. Environmental groups have proposed adopting some of California’s vehicle emissions standards, which include phasing out the sale of new gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and a complete ban on the sale […]
Illinois quick hits: Man charged with immigration fraud; tax scam warning | Illinois
Man charged with immigration fraud A suburban Chicago businessman has been indicted on federal fraud charges for allegedly providing false and fraudulent information to U.S. authorities to obtain immigration benefits for his foreign national clients. Sosa Cardona operated Delta Global Solutions, which assisted individuals in applying for asylum, immigrant visas and other immigration benefits. According […]