Statewide Effort Focuses On Ending Homelessness In Illinois

A new bill would create the Illinois Interagency Task Force on Homelessness and an Office to Prevent and End Homelessness.

Illinois Quick Hits: House To Take Up State Budget; Chicago's Weekend Safety Plan

News in brief for Friday, May 26.

Illinois Pork Producers Brace For Impact From U.S. Supreme Court Ruling

New requirements go into effect July 1 to give gestating sows more space.

Analysis Shows Percentage Of Household Income Going Towards Bills In Illinois Communities

The average Illinois household spends $2,121 a month on the 10 most common household bills, a new report shows.

Illinois Quick Hits: Child Welfare Worker Charged With Theft Of State Funds; Crime Concerns Cancels Carnival

News in brief for Thursday, May 25.

Mayor Brandon Johnson Passes His City Council Reorganization Plan In First Key Vote

Alderman approved Johnson's plan to reorganize the City Council by a vote of 41-9.

Universal free test prep classes gaining momentum in Springfield

Proposal would provide free test and professional licensure and credentialing prep courses for Illinois public college students

Bill Implementing Full-Day Kindergarten In Illinois Ready For Governor's Desk

State Sen. Kimberly Lightford, D-Maywood, said the bill better prepares the state's youth for the future.

Bill Requiring Policies Against Racism In Illinois Schools Passes House

"A November 2021 report found that hate crimes in schools increased by 81 percent from 2016 to 2018,” State Rep. Maurice West said.

Chicago To Receive Federal Help To Combat Homelessness

Newly-elected Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson frequently referred to the issue of homelessness across the city as a "moral crisis."

Illinois Quick Hits: Officials Cancel Event After Flash Mob; Sheriff Wants Furlough Law Repealed

News in brief for Tuesday, May 23.

Illinois Democrats Seek To Allow Noncitizens To Be Police Officers In State

The Fraternal Order of Police has been in support of the legislation being enacted.

Illinois Quick Hits: Delayed Tax Credit Launches; Peotone Airport Bill Advances

News in brief for Thursday, May 18.

Illinois To Reinstate Blue Collar Jobs Act

The program provides an income tax credit to companies that invest in Illinois.

U.S. Supreme Court Declines To Block Illinois And Naperville Gun Bans

Justices will not block the ban of certain assault-style weapons in the state.

Illinois Quick Hits: Pneumonia Front Today In Chicago Area; Girl Missing Since 2107 Found In NC

News in brief for Tuesday, May 16.

Illinois Quick Hits: Johnson's Mayoral Inauguration Today; Measure Bars Some From Elected Office

News in brief for Monday, May 15.

How Much Illinois Homeowners Pay In Property Taxes

Nationwide, property taxes accounted for 32.2 percent of all state and local tax revenue in fiscal 2020, more than any other tax.

Illinois Quick Hits: Pritzker Says State Prepared For Migrant Surge; Illinois Leads U.S. In Exonerations

News in brief for Thursday, May 11.

Illinois Lawmakers Seek To Reduce Fraud In SNAP Program

House Bill 2214 would collect data from the cards to better track skimming and fraud.

Illinois Measure Would Allow Windmills On Lake Michigan

Proponents say it will create thousands of clean energy jobs, bringing the state closer to goals set in the Climate & Equitable Jobs Act.

Proposed Wealth Tax Would Pay For After-School Programs, Migrant Health Care

State Rep. Will Guzzardi said the tax could raise up to $500 million per year.

What It Costs To Retire Comfortably In Illinois

More than 26 percent of Americans between ages 65 to 74 were still working in 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Former Chicago Police Chief Waller Tabbed As Interim Superintendent

Fred Waller, who rose to third in command at CPD before retiring in 2020 after 34 years, will lead the department on a temporary basis.

Mayor Thompson Launches “Move with the Mayor” Health Initiative

Kick Off at Proviso West High School on May 6

Lightfoot Urges Texas Governor Not To Send More Migrants To Chicago

"We simply have no more shelters, spaces or resources to accommodate an increase of individuals at this level," the mayor wrote in a letter.

How Gas Taxes In Illinois Compare To Other States

While the federal government levies a tax of 18.4 cents on every gallon of gas sold in the U.S., each state adds on its own excise tax.

What It Costs To Retire Comfortably In Illinois

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the typical retirement-age American spent $52,141 in 2021.

Cannabis License Lottery To Pick 55 Of 2,693 Social Equity Applicants

The "Social Equity Criteria Lottery" is the first to be held under a new application process.

Obama Foundation Accepting Applications For 'Freedom Summer' Program

Grants worth $30,000 will be awarded to local organizations working to reduce violence.

Cook County State's Attorney Foxx Won't Seek Re-Election

Kim Foxx, who fought Mayor Lori Lightfoot, police over her handling of high-profile cases, said "it's time" in saying she won't run in 2024.

How Much Illinois Taxes Its Residents Compared To Other States

The Tax Foundation issued the new report "Facts & Figures 2023: How Does Your State Compare."

Chicago Interim Police Superintendent To Retire As Johnson Takes Over

Eric Carter announced his retirement from the department after 30 days and will leave on May 15 as Brandon Johnson is sworn in as mayor.

Cook Co. Sheriff's Office Joins Forces With Rideshare Company To Help Survivors Of Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking

"The ability to move freely is something that a lot of us take for granted," added Cory Frievogel with Uber Safety Operations.

Brandon Johnson Calls For Better, Stronger, Safer Chicago and Illinois

In a speech to the Illinois General Assembly Chicago's Mayor-elect called on lawmakers to work together in a "new day" for all residents.

Illinois A.G. Kwame Raoul, Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson Meet To Discuss City Issues

"We agreed to work together to enforce constitutional policing standards, improve officer wellness and prevent violent crime."

Community Forum Being Held In Search For New Police Superintendent

The first forum is set for Tuesday night at Kehrein Center for the Arts in Austin.

Chicago To Host 2024 Democratic National Convention

The "Democratic stronghold" will host the convention scheduled for August at the United Center after beating out New York and Atlanta.

Pritzker Weighs In On Johnson's Chicago Mayoral Victory

"There is a change that's gone on across the Midwest," the governor said.

Breakdown Of Chicago Mayor Vote By Precinct

CBS Chicago's interactive map shows how voters across the city elected the next mayor.