Illinois Quick Hits: Unemployment Fraud Audited; Chicago Hotel Activity Increases

Plus: Gov. J.B. Pritzker Thursday designated the eastern milksnake as the official snake of the State of Illinois.

Study: Illinois Top Ten Best States For Working Dads

The state ranks 15th in "economic well-being" and 20th in "work-life balance," according to a WalletHub study.

Trump To Stump In Illinois For GOP U.S. Rep. Miller Ahead Of Election

Former President Donald Trump will appear at the Adams County Fairgrounds on June 25 for Rep. Mary Miller, who is on the ballot June 28.

Pritzker Signs Mental Health Workforce Bill

Illinois currently is facing a mental health worker shortage.

Caterpillar To Relocate Headquarters From Illinois To Texas

The move will impact about 230 jobs and begin later this year, Caterpillar said.

Illinois Quick Hits: Ezike Faces Ethics Probe; Hotel Group Praises End Of COVID Testing For Travelers

Plus: Jim Ryan, a former Illinois Attorney General, has passed away at the age of 76.

Former Illinois Attorney General Jim Ryan Dies At Age 76

Ryan twice ran unsuccessfully for governor, was attorney general from 1995 to 2003. He died after several long illnesses, his family said.

Former IL Health Director Investigated For Ethics Violations: Reports

Questions revolve around Dr. Ngozi Ezike's rapid move from the health department to a not-for-profit that received $2.1 million in grants.

Dan Brady, Republican Secretary Of State Candidate

He is running in the June 28 Republican primary.

Sidney Moore, Democratic Secretary Of State Candidate

He is running in the June 28 Democratic primary.

Anthony Williams: Illinois U.S. Senate Candidate

The 67-year-old Dolton pastor characterizes himself as a civil and issue-oriented Republican who would govern as a true public servant.

Dave Shestokas: Illinois Attorney General Candidate

The Orland Park resident has vowed to prosecute cases that other attorneys across Illinois have ignored and restore safety to residents.

County Clerk Sees Increased Activity Two Weeks Into Illinois' Early Voting

New voters can register and vote on the same day up to the June 28 primary.

Illinois GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Meet For Debate For First Time

The primary is June 28.

Amazon Obstructing Probe Of Deadly Warehouse Collapse: House Committee

The collapse that killed 6 workers amid an Edwardsville tornado is being investigated, but a House committee said Amazon isn't cooperating.

New Law Expands Career And Technical Education In Illinois Schools

Supporters say it will help students better understand their career pathway options as early as the sixth grade.

Illinois Quick Hits: Two DCFS Workers Suspended; More Cannabis Licenses Release; 'Big Jim' Items For Sale

Plus: Bird lovers in Illinois may resume using backyard feeders and baths.

Matt Dubiel: Illinois U.S. Senate Candidate

The Naperville entrepreneur wants to represent Illinoisans who want their economy, medical freedom, schools, communities, and freedoms back.

Parental Notification Of Abortion Repealed In Illinois

Gov. J.B. Pritzker promised to keep abortion legal in Illinois.

Illinois Quick Hits: Gas Continues Record Highs; Parental Notification Of Abortion Repealed; Vallas Announces Mayoral Bid

On average, Illinoisans are now paying more than five dollars per gallon for gasoline.

Pride Month: The State Of LGBTQ Protection In Illinois

Illinois scored well based on having extensive policies in place that afford protection to the state's 506,000 LGBTQ residents and families.

Illinois Joins National Trend Of Increased Road Fatalities

Traffic deaths on the state's roads jumped nearly 14 percent last year.

Illinois Quick Hits: Arroyo Sentenced For Bribery, Illinois Cities Shrinking, Battery Plant Choses Indiana

The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting more cases of hepatitis in children.

'Shame On You, Gov. Abbott', Pritzker Tells Texas Gov. After Massacre

Gov. J.B. Pritzker was stern toward Texas' Greg Abbott after he cited Chicago violence as an example that gun control laws don't work.

Illinois Quick Hits: Pritzker Wants More Federal Funds, Chicago Alderman Meet About Crime, Quincy Government Hacked

As COVID cases continue to rise across Illinois, Chicago’s top doctor said the city could reach a “high” alert by the end of the week.

Bill Requires Insurers In Illinois To Cover Prostate Cancer Screenings

The bill was sponsored by State Rep. LaShawn Ford (D-Chicago), who is a prostate cancer survivor.

Illinois Quick Hits: Madigan On Tape, Former Mayor Pleads Guilty, Automated Contract Tracing Starts Soon

The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police are teaming up for a seatbelt enforcement campaign.

Film Tax Credit Aims To Spur Movie Production In Illinois

An already-thriving film and television show industry in Illinois will get an additional boost in July from taxpayers.

Illinois 2022 Primary Election Guide: Key Dates, Who's Running

Everything you need to know to vote in the June 28 primary, including online registration, early voting, candidates and more.

Pritzker Signs 'Too Young To Test' Bill Into Law

The measure prohibits the Illinois State Board of Education from requiring students in second grade and younger to take standardized tests.

Illinois Quick Hits: ACLU Critical Of Chicago's Curfew, Illinois Blocks Carvana, DEI Course To Be Required At SIU

Plus: there are only three states in the country with an average gas price per gallon under four dollars, and Illinois isn’t one of them.

Wirepoints: Illinois Property Tax Bills Have Grown 268 Percent Since 1990

Average home values have grown more than 110 percent.

State Program Assists Farmers With Mental Health Issues

The Farm Family Resource Initiative gives farmers a way to connect to health resources.

Illinois Primaries The Most Competitive Since 1998

The Illinois Policy Institute projects that 4.3 million Illinoisans will cast votes during this year's elections.

Pritzker Announces $11 Million In Funds For Family Planning Services

The funding will go toward the Illinois Department of Public Health to better support access to Title X services.

Illinois Quick Hits: Special Session To Cap Gas Sales Tax Urged, Evanston Schools Require Masks, 'Sixteen Candles' House For Sale

The governor’s office has officially moved out of the James R. Thompson Center in Chicago.

Pritzker Signs More Than 125 Bills Impacting Elections, Firearms, School Lunch, Electric Motorcycles And More

A signing ceremony was held Friday for a new bill to combat retail theft.

Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago A Top Casino Market, Former Gaming Official Guilty Of Disorderly Conduct

Motorists in Illinois may not be required to display a front license plate under a proposed law.

Illinois Supreme Court Hears Arguments About Back Pay For Former State Lawmakers

Assistant Attorney General Richard Huszagh said the court should deny the $175,000 back pay claim awarded by a lower court.

Illinois Quick Hits: Biden Visiting, No Cash Bail Concerns, Fatal Daytime Gang Violence

The president will speak at the International Brotherhood of Electrical workers convention before attending a fundraiser for the DNC.