The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Tourism has recently announced that Illinois welcomed a record-breaking number of visitors in 2024. According to data provided by Tourism Economics, Illinois welcomed 113 million domestic and international visitors last year, who generated $48.5 billion in […]

Legislation creating the Care for Retired Police Dogs Grant Program has been signed into law. The program is designed to support the veterinary needs of retired police K9s across Illinois. House Bill 3140 establishes a grant that provides up to $1,500 each year to reimburse handlers […]

With energy costs climbing during the summer months, Ameren Illinois has launched a new program to provide relief for income-qualified households. The initiative sets aside $4 million to help families struggling with higher electric bills caused by increased demand, rising supply costs, and extreme summer heat. […]

As students return to classrooms across the state, Illinois families and educators have access to valuable tax credits to help offset the cost of education. These programs are designed to provide relief for both parents covering school expenses and teachers who often spend their own money […]

Illinois is once again in the national spotlight as concerns grow over the state’s controversial decision to eliminate cash bail. On August 25, President Trump signed an executive order directing federal agencies to explore blocking funding to states that ended cash bail, claiming that the policy undermines […]