With the general election just around the corner, now is the time for Illinois residents to learn more about the voting process and how to register. Whether you’re a first-time voter or need to update your information, voting is a way to make your voice heard […]
Young professionals are rapidly becoming one of Illinois’ top exports according to new data from SmartAsset, which ranks Illinois among the top states losing millennials to more tax-friendly states. The report ranked states based on how many young households earning $200,000 or more left in 2022. Illinois […]
In an effort to address the growing needs of Illinois’ older adult population, state aging officials are organizing a series of roundtable discussions open to service providers, caregivers, older adults, and the general public. Over the coming months, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is working […]
Illinois residents continue to face significant increases to their cost of living. The latest report from Insurify reveals that Illinois’ car insurance rates have skyrocketed by 46% since 2023. Illinois now ranks among the top five states for year-over-year car insurance increases, putting additional financial strain on […]
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Illinois Office of Tourism recently reported that Illinois welcomed 112 million domestic and international visitors in 2023, resulting in $47 billion in visitor spending. This is an increase of 1 million visitors and over $3 […]
Legislation has been signed into law to educate new drivers about vehicles hauling hazardous materials. This legislation was introduced following a tragic accident in Illinois involving a tanker carrying hazardous substances, which resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. In response to the incident, Senator Steve McClure […]
With students back in the classroom and a new school year underway, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding eligible taxpayers that they may claim back-to-school expenses for their K-12 students on their 2024 individual income tax returns. With the high cost of living and […]
The Illinois Supreme Court recently upheld a lower court’s ruling that blocked Senate Bill 2412, a controversial law signed by Governor Pritzker in May. The bill aimed to halt the practice of slating candidates to fill ballot vacancies for the current election cycle, even as candidates […]
While the Illinois State Fair in Springfield may have ended, the Du Quoin State Fair is just getting started. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Du Quoin State Fair was held on Friday, August 23, followed by the annual Twilight Parade. The 2024 Du Quoin State Fair […]
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is offering $5 million in tourism funding through the Route 66 Grant Program ($4 million) and the International Tourism Grant Program ($1 million). These grants aim to boost tourism and cultural preservation across Illinois. Route 66 Grant […]