Illinois quick hits: Governor bans school fines; Target fires hundreds over fraud
Governor bans school fines Gov.…
Industry advocates: More state regulation will drive insurance rates higher
(The Center Square) – Insurance industry leaders are advising Illinois lawmakers that state regulation of rates will lead to higher…
Lawmakers, policy groups react to social media warning suit
Bill sponsors and public interest groups have been quick to respond to a lawsuit filed last week against Colorado, challenging…
From Mexico to Knoxville, five cartel leaders wanted in drugs, weapons conspiracy
Despite many arguing the border crisis is over because illegal entries at the southwest border have dropped to their lowest…
Trump administration pushes to remove noncitizen Medicaid enrollees
The Trump administration is cracking down on noncitizens receiving Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program benefits, according to the Centers…
“Candy Canes on Main” Gets Green Light for Parade, Donation
Editor’s Note: Casey Local incorrectly reported that council members approved a Beer Garden. However, the Beer Garden was only discussed…
Public education budgets balloon while enrollment, proficiency, standards drop
(The Center Square) – In return for soaring state spending on education, Illinois taxpayers are getting chronic absenteeism, poor academic…
Illinois news in brief: Cook County evaluates storm, flood damage; Giannoulias pushes for state regulation of auto insurance; State seeks seasonal snow plow drivers
Cook County evaluates storm, flood damage …
Governor defends mental health mandate, rejects parental consent plan
(The Center Square) – U.S. Rep. Mary Miller, who represents the 15th Congressional district in southeastern Illinois, is reintroducing legislation…
Illinois quick hits: Arlington Heights trustees pass grocery tax
Arlington Heights trustees pass grocery tax …
Casey Joins Land Bank, Secures EPA Grant for Sewer Planning
Article Summary: The City of Casey has taken two major steps to address housing and infrastructure challenges, officially joining the…
Plan launched to place redistricting amendment before voters in 2026
(The Center Square) – Two former U.S. Cabinet members have launched a new effort to stop Illinois politicians from drawing…