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 prioritize safety. Both the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the American Red Cross have shared valuable tips to ensure your holiday is safe and […]

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and enjoy a festive meal, but hosting the traditional feast comes with costs that have risen significantly in recent years. While there’s good news about turkey prices, the overall expense of Thanksgiving dinner remains higher than before […]

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 Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL). A recent change in state law allows IDOL to transfer unclaimed wages to the Treasurer’s Office […]

As winter approaches, Illinois residents should prepare for higher heating bills compared to last year. The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) annual winter energy outlook predicts rising natural gas and electricity costs, particularly in northern states and the Midwest. Last winter’s record warmth kept energy costs […]

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 Veto Session has ended, the 103rd General Assembly is expected to reconvene in early January for a “lame duck” session before […]