Feds sue California over emission standards for trucks
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing California to stop what it calls “unlawful” emission standards for heavy-duty trucks. …
Illinois quick hits: ‘Lawsuit inferno’ bill takes effect after Pritzker signed 267 measures Friday
'Lawsuit inferno' bill takes effect …
WATCH: UW-authored study on surgery times contradicts CMS basis for reimbursement cuts
New findings published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons contradict the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services,…
State defends gun ban district court ruled unconstitutional
(The Center Square) − Ahead of oral arguments over Illinois’ gun ban in the federal appeals court, attorneys for the…
Trump aiming for ceasefire, world awaiting news from Putin summit
President Donald Trump is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska Friday in the hopes of negotiating a ceasefire…
Pritzker acts upon 269 bills, vetoes 2, signs ‘lawsuit inferno’ measure
(The Center Square) – In a Friday announcement of the status of 269 bills, Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed legislation…
Report: average American to receive $3,752 tax cut in 2026 due to OBBBA
The White House is touting a new economic analysis that estimates taxpayers will see an average $3,752 tax cut in…
Republican, Dem work to prevent deportation of entrepreneur
It is not every day that people on opposite sides of the political spectrum join forces, but that is exactly…
Nevada superintendent says ICE won’t enter schools
The superintendent of the nation's fifth-biggest school district said U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agreed to not conduct raids or…
MAHA-style bill would close food additive safety loophole
With deregulation-focused Republicans in Congress reluctant to fulfill the industry-wary goals of the Make America Healthy Again initiative, some Democrats…
Legislators criticize Illinois’ utility policies as ‘unsustainable’
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s law banning utility shutoffs during extreme heat and cold is sparking concerns over…
John William Wofford, 55
John William Wofford, 55, of Charleston, Illinois, formerly of Casey, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 8, 2025, at…