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US Supreme Court issues temporary stay preserving nationwide abortion drug access

19 hours 20 minutes ago
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a temporary stay on an appeals court ruling from Friday that was blocking remote access to an abortion drug, restoring access until at least May 11. The administrative stay, issued by Justice Samuel Alito, pauses Fridayโ€™s decision by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals. That ruling blocked a 2023 rule […]
Kelcie Moseley-Morris

The $16 Million Question: If Editing Harris Was โ€˜Election Interference,โ€™ What Was Editing Trump?

19 hours 30 minutes ago
In late 2024, Donald Trump sued CBS for $10 billion claiming “election interference” because 60 Minutes had the audacity to (*gasp*) edit a Kamala Harris interview down for broadcast. The lawsuit was, on its face, ridiculous โ€” editing interviews is protected First Amendment activity, the kind of editorial discretion that has been the entire premise […]
Mike Masnick

Giannoulias Unveils First-Ever Business Services Center, Streamlining Services for Faster, More Convenient Access

19 hours 31 minutes ago
CHICAGO – Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced the opening of the office’s first-ever Business Services Center in downtown Chicago, bringing together key business-related services in a centralized, customer-focused location while reducing operational costs. Located on the first floor at 160 N. LaSalle St., the new Business Services Center reflects the office’s continued efforts to modernize operations, improve accessibility and better serve Illinois entrepreneurs,

Comptroller Mendoza Urges Illinois Small Businesses To Take Advantage Of Services Offered By Her Office

19 hours 33 minutes ago
SPRINGFIELD – This is National Small Business Week and Comptroller Susana Mendoza is highlighting programs that are available through the Illinois Office of Comptroller (IOC). According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, there are 1.4 million small businesses in Illinois , employing 2.4 million people. “Small businesses are what keep our economy and our communities strong,” Comptroller Mendoza said. “I want all of our local entrepreneurs to succeed, and my

Illinois Maintains High Childhood Vaccination Rates, Outpacing National Trends

19 hours 36 minutes ago
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois’s newly-updated School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard shows that coverage rates for all school-required childhood immunizations are holding steady compared to last year, and all but one of those immunizations is above the state’s 95% coverage goal to optimize prevention of infectious disease spread. The dashboard is put together each year by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), using data provided to the Illinois State Board of Education

Illinois Housing Development Authority Seeks Public Input to Help Guide Future of Housing

19 hours 39 minutes ago
CHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is asking local community members, residents, and leaders to participate in the development of the 2027 Illinois Housing Blueprint (Blueprint) through two opportunities: (1) take the resident survey and/or (2) attend a Community Listening Session. The Blueprint is a forward-thinking, grassroots planning initiative designed by IHDA to provide a deeper analysis of the trends and priorities around housing at a regional level

ICC Recommends Tips For Hiring Intrastate Household Goods Movers

19 hours 41 minutes ago
CHICAGO – With the spring moving season approaching, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is reminding Illinoisans to look for red flags before handing over their belongings to a potential moving company. “Before packing up your household, check the ICC website for a company’s complaint history, and confirm the mover holds a valid state license. A quick check can help unsuspecting customers from dealing with unexpected fees or scams come moving day,” said ICC Chief