Amid a regional push to allow for E15 fuel usage year-round, E10 usage could be in danger during the coming summer. E10, a blend of 90% gasoline with 10% ethanol, is often used in the winter, but isn’t allowed in the summer due to federal EPA rules. In […]
The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office recently announced that an estimated 250,000 Illinoisans with disabilities are now eligible to open ABLE accounts, allowing them to save and invest money without jeopardizing access to certain federal benefits. The expanded eligibility is the result of a change to the […]
In honor of the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced the release of a new commemorative map designed to help travelers explore the historic highway and its many attractions across the state. Developed in partnership with the Illinois Route […]
The Illinois Primary Election is set for Tuesday, March 17, giving voters across the state an opportunity to make their voices heard. In a primary election, voters choose which candidates will represent their political party in the general election. Those selected candidates will then go on […]
Legislation has recently been introduced to strengthen research efforts to help fight childhood cancer and improve outcomes for young patients across Illinois. Senate Bill 3954, introduced by Senator Erica Harriss, would create the Illinois Pediatric Cancer Fund, a special fund within the State Treasury Department dedicated […]
Illinois Senate Republicans last week unveiled a legislative package aimed at strengthening protections for children and cracking down on trafficking, grooming, sexual exploitation, and predatory offenders. Republican lawmakers said the package is designed to close dangerous gaps in Illinois law, increase penalties for serious crimes involving minors, and […]
Senate Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris), Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason), and Sen. Darby Hills (R-Barrington Hills) today unveiled a legislative package aimed at strengthening Illinois law to better protect children from trafficking, grooming, sexual exploitation, and predatory offenders. The legislative package is designed to close […]
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity recently announced that $31.5 million in grant funding is available through round 2 of the Regional Site Readiness Program. The infrastructure grants are aimed at helping communities attract businesses, create jobs, and support community renewal by preparing unused […]
Illinois residents can now apply for the new Illinois Police K9 Memorial License Plate, which will fund a new program to help cover veterinary expenses for retired police dogs across the state. Created under House Bill 3140, the Care for Retired Police Dogs Grant Program will […]
Illinois Senate Republicans came together this week week to unveil a legislative package aimed at providing relief to struggling homeowners and making it more affordable to buy and stay in a home in Illinois. Lawmakers pointed to growing affordability challenges across the state, including fewer first-time homebuyers entering […]