The United States District Court for the District of Maryland has granted a temporary restraining order (TRO) in a case involving the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO, and others against the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The order, issued on […]
President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, fulfilling a campaign promise to return educational authority to state and local governments. While the order has generated significant attention, its immediate effects remain uncertain as only Congress has the authority to fully abolish a […]
by Peter Hancock, Capitol News Illinois March 20, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — One of Gov. JB Pritzker’s top legislative initiatives stalled in the General Assembly this week when the chair of the House Higher Education Committee refused to call a vote on a bill that would authorize community colleges to offer […]
The Federal Reserve announced its latest monetary policy decision, opting to maintain the federal funds rate target range at 4.25% to 4.50%. This decision reflects the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) ongoing efforts to balance its dual mandate of maximum employment and stable inflation, which remains elevated above the long-term […]
Illinois lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at simplifying the process of obtaining ongoing medical care for individuals with chronic health conditions. House Bill 3782, introduced by Rep. Sonya M. Harper seeks to amend the Prior Authorization Reform Act by providing more consistent and long-term approval for treatments related to […]
The Illinois General Assembly’s State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-21) has introduced a bill aimed at limiting rent increases in mobile home parks. The proposed legislation, known as the Mobile Home Tenant Protection Act, seeks to cap annual rent hikes at 3% and allows for adjustments based on the consumer price […]
by Molly Parker, Beth Hundsdorfer, Jade Aubrey and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois March 19, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — After nearly three hours of debate before a packed hearing room, a House committee on Wednesday voted to advance a bill that would impose new requirements on homeschooling, fueling […]
by Peter Hancock, Capitol News Illinois March 19, 2025 SPRINGFIELD – Legislation that would prohibit public school students from using cell phones and other wireless communication devices during class time cleared a Senate committee Tuesday and could soon be considered by the full Senate. It’s a policy change that Gov. […]
The Giertz Gallery at Parkland College, in collaboration with 40 North, Champaign County Arts Council, is calling on local artists to submit their work for the upcoming summer exhibition, “Around the Block V: Artists from Our Neighborhood.” This juried community exhibition is open to all artists aged 18 and older […]
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors has approved three major changes to its classification policy during a recent meeting. These changes aim to enhance competitive equity and simplify the postseason classification process for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. Key Changes These changes follow an ongoing review of […]
