Breakthrough Ideas founder on Illinois budget: ​Direct support workers will see a '35% cut in hours'

Jeanne Ives, a former state representative and founder of Breakthrough Ideas, has expressed concerns regarding the impact of recent legislative changes on Illinois direct support workers. She said that these workers will face reduced hours because...

Illinois budget increases; Madigan faces sentencing; new legislation impacts

State Representative Jeff Keicher (IL) | Representative Jeff Keicher (R) 70th DistrictState Representative Jeff Keicher (IL) | Representative Jeff Keicher (R) 70th District State Representative Joel Keicher provided an update on recent legislative...

As women’s basketball grows, Chicago’s loyal fans feel priced-out

By Bianca Javate Medill Reports Less than a month before the Chicago Sky host the Indiana Fever on Saturday at the United Center, the most expensive resale ticket on Ticketmaster was an eye-popping $11,900. On May 24, Fever star Caitlin Clark got...

Blaine Wilhour challenges Governor Pritzker and criticizes Illinois' budget

Blaine Wilhour, a prominent political figure, has recently expressed his views on various issues concerning Illinois through a series of tweets. These tweets address topics ranging from education to budgetary concerns in the state.On June 3, 2025,...

Diversified Sheet Metal named Streator Chamber business of the month

Diversified Sheet Metal has been named the Streator Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Month for June. The business, which received the honor on Tuesday, June 3, specializes in residential and commercial air conditioning services. A member...

Illinois Gaming Board met June 5

Marcus D. Fruchter - Administrator | Illinois Gaming Board Marcus D. Fruchter - Administrator | Illinois Gaming Board Illinois Gaming Board met June 5. Here is the agenda provided by the board: I. Open Session a. Call to Order b. Roll Call c....

Chicago police issue alert for burglaries at NW Side businesses

Thursday, June 5, 2025 11:30AM Chicago police have issued an alert about recent break-ins at several Northwest Side businesses. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago police have issued an alert about recent break-ins at several Northwest Side businesses. Three...

White Sox seek first season win vs. Royals as series shifts to Chicago

After splitting a four-game series with the major-league-best Detroit Tigers, the Chicago White Sox hope to maintain momentum on Friday night when they host the Kansas City Royals. The White Sox earned a walk-off, 3-2 victory in 10 innings...

Paris on Politics: Illinois' FY 2026 Education Budget

Chicago program to light up dark streets is gateway to energy efficiency

To get the program up and running, Lewis worked with neighborhood block clubs to overcome apprehension and to identify particular streets in the South Shore community that would benefit the most from the new lights. She also worked with other...

Local Illinois spot airs on ‘Bar Rescue’ in June. ‘Nothing was staged,’ owner says.

A local Illinois bar will be featured on reality television series "Bar Rescue" this month, a year after host entrepreneur Jon Taffer helped revamp the business. In a typical episode, Taffer’s team uses hidden cameras and undercover customers to...

The gun industry makes billions. But how many exactly?

The gun industry makes billions. But how many exactly? Here at Ask The Trace, we get our fair share of questions about the gun industry, specifically the profits and legal protections enjoyed by firearm and ammunition companies. The fewer...

The Bomb That Will Hit The US Solar Industry & US Jobs From The “Big Beautiful Bill”

Last Updated on: 6th June 2025, 12:22 pm Well, I generally agree with Elon Musk on this one — the Republican budget bill in Congress is a “Big Ugly Bill,” a “disgusting abomination,” not a “Big Beautiful Bill.” The bill is proposing we bomb...

Rockford Fire Chief Michele Pankow named Illinois State Fire Marshal

CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Fire Chief Michele Pankow has been named as Illinois’ next State Fire Marshal, Gov. JB Pritzker announced on Wednesday. “With 32 years of exemplary service, Chief Pankow’s unique knowledge and skillset have more...

After deadly Edwardsville tornado, Illinois lawmakers pass warehouse safety bill

Tucked away in the more than 400 bills Illinois lawmakers passed during their spring session is a bill that aims to improve warehouse safety during a tornado. “I was elated,” said Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, who authored the bill, which...

Meet The Two Most Expensive Restaurants In Illinois And Wisconsin

Being somewhat of a "Foodie," I spend a decent amount of time scrolling through some of my favorite food and restaurant websites if for no other reason than to look at some incredible offerings that I'm probably never going to be able to afford....

Chinese hackers and user lapses turn smartphones into ‘mobile security crisis’

WASHINGTON -- Cybersecurity investigators noticed a highly unusual software crash -- it was affecting a small number of smartphones belonging to people who worked in government, politics, tech and journalism. The crashes, which began late last...

Scientists make game-changing discovery that could transform aviation industry: 'I wasn't expecting that'

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have discovered several benefits of growing prairie grass for making sustainable aviation fuels. Switchgrass has grown in Midwestern soils for millions of years, but recent studies shared...

Illinois reaffirms commitment to emergency care amid federal policy changes

In a recent statement, Illinois Director of Public Health Sameer Vohra reaffirmed the state's commitment to providing comprehensive emergency care services to pregnant patients. This announcement comes in response to the Trump administration's...

Remembering Arthur L. "Art" Berman's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the lawyer and politician (June 6)

Arthur L. "Art" Berman died on June 6, 2020, in Chicago, IL. Throughout his life, Berman was a dedicated advocate for social justice and equality in the city. He served in various influential roles within the local government, tirelessly working...