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Candidate Ives to make health care reform a focus in her race to unseat Rep. Casten

By Glenn Minnis | 13 days ago

With average health care costs on the rise for workers and employers alike, congressional candidate Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) is intent on making the issue a central component of her battle against incumbent U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Downers Grove) in the 6th District.

From Prairie State Wire

Illinois’ pension debt remains worst in the nation

By Glenn Minnis | 26 days ago

Illinois’ record-setting 2017 income tax hike has done little to slow the state’s rising pension costs, leaving state taxpayers on the hook for nearly $250 billion in unfunded public pension liability.

Latest News

CITY OF WAUKEGAN: Waukegan Casino Bids

By Press release submission | Sep 10, 2019

The City of Waukegan has released redacted versions of the six proposals received for the Waukegan Casino.

ALTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: BJC Expands Offerings in Bethalto

By Press release submission | Sep 9, 2019

Alton Memorial Hospital and BJC Medical Group are expanding their presence in Madison County with a new medical office building in Bethalto that opened for business Monday, Aug. 26.

Illinois is more dependent on food stamps than any other neighboring state

By Glenn Minnis | Sep 6, 2019

Ted Dabrowski is convinced the reasons behind the rising number of Illinois residents now depending on food stamps starts and ends in Springfield.

CITY OF HIGHWOOD: Highwood Design District - Launch Party and Two Day Event

By Press release submission | Sep 1, 2019

Highwood Design District is a unique collection of brick-and-mortar shops, individual tradespeople, and local merchants representing the very best in design.

LAKE BLUFF HISTORY MUSEUM: Crab Tree Farm Tour: Arts & Crafts Collection Tour Saturday September 28, 10 am

By Press release submission | Aug 27, 2019

Tickets to the 10 am tour are SOLD OUT.

Antioch gas station owner says gas tax harming business

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 22, 2019

Illinois’ loss has been Wisconsin's gain in the wake of the state doubling its gas tax to 38 cents per a gallon earlier this summer.

Activists concerned over massive spending in Pritzker's budget

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 21, 2019

Denise Rotheimer and Kathy Myalls have the same concerns when they hear talk of all the promises that have been attached to the $3.4 billion Gov. J.B. Pritzker has said his new progressive tax will generate annually by 2021.

CITY OF WAUKEGAN: Request for Qualifications and Proposals - Casino Development & Operator

By Press release submission | Jul 7, 2019

The City of Waukegan invites qualified Project Teams to submit proposals through the issuance of this Request for Qualifications and Proposals for the development of a successful casino and associated amenities in accordance with the Illinois Gaming Act.

BARRINGTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness Celebrates New Location

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2019

BThe Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and the Village of Barrington gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 6 to celebrate the new location of Barrington Behavioral Health and Wellness at 215 S. Northwest Hwy., Ste. 202B in Barrington.

From Prairie State Wire

Sen. Oberweis opposes gambling expansion bill

By Kyla Asbury | 4 months ago

The Illinois Senate passed a bill on June 2 that supports a vertical capital bill and expands the state's gambling access.

Rep. McSweeney says he will not accept a pay raise as part of Pritzker's new state budget

By Glenn Minnis | Jun 5, 2019

Republican state Rep. David McSweeney (Barrington Hills) leaves no doubt about where he stands on Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s new $40 billion state spending plan and all the other legislation that accompanies it.

State Rep. McSweeney says Pritzker's graduated tax plan will hurt middle class, kill Illinois jobs

By Kyla Asbury | May 29, 2019

State Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) is convinced that Gov. J.B. Pritzker's graduated income tax plan will kill jobs for Illinois.

GURNEE PARK DISTRICT: Get ready for opening day at Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center

By Press release submission | May 23, 2019

We know you're ready to jump in and swim!

Warren Barr North Shore hit with health violations

By LGIS Newsfeed | May 3, 2019

Warren Barr North Shore, a 215-bed skilled care facility in Highland Park, was cited by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for violations of the Nursing Home Care Act in the first quarter of 2019.

Warren Barr Lincolnshire hit with health violations

By LGIS Newsfeed | May 3, 2019

Warren Barr Lincolnshire, a 144-bed skilled care facility in Lincolnshire, was cited by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for violations of the Nursing Home Care Act in the first quarter of 2019.

CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK: HP150 Bus and Walking Tours

By Press release submission | Apr 22, 2019

As part of the City’s sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary) celebration, the HP150 Architecture Committee has coordinated three exciting Highland Park Tours on May 11.

Wave of green energy bills propose timetable that could threaten Illinois economy, say GOP critics

By Robert Hadley | Apr 18, 2019

While lobbyists are busy crafting the apparent copycat green energy bills sweeping across state legislatures, Illinois conservatives are withholding support for these controversial proposals until more is understood.