Inauguration of the 104th General Assembly The start of a new General Assembly signals the beginning of a fresh chapter for state government, with new

A recent study by the Tax Foundation highlights Illinois’ challenges with tax competitiveness, ranking the state 37th overall in its State Tax Competitiveness Index. The annual report

Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to bring on the holiday cheer with festive lights and decorations. Whether you prefer classic white lights

With an influx of illicit drugs flooding into correctional facilities, Illinois Senate Republicans are calling on Governor JB Pritzker to act urgently to address the

Illinois workers now have a new way to recover unpaid wages and penalties, thanks to a collaboration between the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office and the

As Illinois residents prepare for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, whether they are cooking at home or traveling to visit loved ones, it is important to

The second and final week of the General Assembly’s Veto Session wrapped up on Thursday with few legislative items passing through either chamber.  While the

The 2024 Du Quoin State Fair broke its previous attendance records, attracting over 204,000 visitors during its 11-day run from August 23rd to September 2nd.

With Halloween creeping closer, Sen. Plummer has some helpful safety tips to make sure your night of trick-or-treating is all treats and no tricks!   Stick to your

Round 2 of the Illinois Grocery Initiative’s “New Stores in Food Deserts” program is now open, offering critical grants to improve access to fresh, nutritious