The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is offering free college application and financial aid application completion workshops statewide. According to the U.S. Department of Education, the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will launch in December. The FAFSA is the key to unlocking federal, state, and some institutional […]
A yearly report by the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) projects troubling news for Illinois’ economy – a $3.16 billion state budget deficit for the upcoming Fiscal Year leading some to question if another tax hike could be on the horizon. Senate Republicans say […]
With deer season upon us, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is encouraging hunters to take advantage of free testing for chronic wasting disease (CWD) available across Illinois. CWD is a fatal disease impacting the central nervous system in deer, currently confined to a 21-county […]
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) recently launched the Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment (CORE), a new online licensing system for IDFPR-licensed professionals. This digital transition begins with three license types—clinical psychologists, nail technicians, and music therapists—who can now complete their entire application process […]
The Illinois Secretary of State’s (SOS) office has launched a new campaign, “One Road. One Focus,” aimed at raising awareness of the risks associated with distracted driving, especially among teen drivers. A key component of the campaign is geared toward educating teen drivers about the consequences […]
The Illinois General Assembly’s annual Fall Veto Session is approaching, scheduled for November 12-14 and November 19-21. While traditionally focused on addressing legislation vetoed by the Governor, this year there are no vetoes on the agenda. However, the Veto Session also provides an opportunity to revisit […]
In a case that has shocked many in Grundy County, local authorities recently arrested two Honduran nationals found in possession of 3 kilograms of fentanyl—an amount so deadly it could kill 1.5 million people. Yet, within 48 hours of the arrest, one of the suspects walked […]
The Illinois Department of Revenue has announced tax relief for individuals and businesses impacted by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding that began in Illinois on July 13, 2024. This relief extends the deadline for affected taxpayers to file state individual and business tax returns […]
If you enjoy carving pumpkins for Halloween or baking a pumpkin pie for your Thanksgiving table, you can thank an Illinois farmer as the state continues to lead the nation in pumpkin production. From festive front porches to grocery store shelves, pumpkins are big business for […]
With the changing weather, Illinois motorists are being reminded to be on the lookout for deer, particularly at dawn and dusk, through the end of the year. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), 2023 saw 14,862 crashes involving deer, with 663 of these resulting […]