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Senate Republicans Push to Strengthen Protections for Illinois Children Senate Republicans are renewing efforts to advance several pieces of legislation aimed at protecting Illinois children from sexual exploitation, trafficking, grooming, and assault. The three proposals address different gaps and concerns in Illinois law but share a common focus on strengthening protections for children and victims. Recent allegations involving a Mundelein

October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign focused on raising awareness about breast cancer, encouraging early detection and connecting individuals with screening and support resources. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women will be faced with a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, and an estimated 382,640 women in the United States

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is encouraging eligible families to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for support with utility costs. Applications opened October 1, 2026, and will remain open through August 13, 2027, or until funds are exhausted. A total of $240 million is available to assist eligible Illinois families. Assistance is

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service released new proposed regulations on October 1, outlining how the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program will operate when it begins January 1, 2027. The new federal program allows taxpayers to receive a federal tax credit for qualifying contributions to scholarship granting organizations, which can then provide scholarships to eligible students

House and Senate Republicans joined together to call for the repeal of new taxes and fees approved as part of Illinois’ Fiscal Year 2027 revenue package. The measures target digital assets, targeted digital advertising, exchange wagers and fantasy sports. Republican lawmakers say the new taxes represent another attempt to find additional sources of state revenue rather than addressing Illinois’ spending.

Senate Republicans are renewing efforts to advance several pieces of legislation aimed at protecting Illinois children from sexual exploitation, trafficking, grooming, and assault. The three proposals address different gaps and concerns in Illinois law but share a common focus on strengthening protections for children and victims. Recent allegations involving a Mundelein teacher and volleyball coach have renewed attention on Senate

Illinois families and businesses already face one of the highest state and local tax burdens in the nation, yet the Fiscal Year 2027 budget pushed by Illinois Democrats added hundreds of millions of dollars in new taxes and fees. Now, three of the new taxes and fees are facing a legal battle. The measures include a Digital Asset Tax, a

For Illinois families struggling with the cost of living, some of the biggest expenses can be found right at home. Buying a home is only one part of the financial challenge. Property taxes, homeowners insurance, mortgage costs, and utility bills can add to the ongoing cost of homeownership. Senate Republicans have introduced several proposals aimed at providing relief for both

Illinois Senate Republicans are calling on Attorney General Kwame Raoul to investigate concerns that the state’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) may be systematically misused in some cases to generate litigation and settlement demands for financial gain. In a letter signed by the Senate Republican Caucus, lawmakers emphasized that their concerns are not directed at legitimate public records requests or

With harvest season getting underway across Illinois, National Farm Safety and Health Week is serving as a reminder for farmers and motorists alike to slow down, stay alert and make safety a priority. The week of recognition, running from September 21 through 25 and recognized since 1944, works to raise awareness about the safety and health of people working in