Madigan tells Black lawmakers his strong leadership needed for tax hike, legislative map
Madigan tells Black lawmakers his strong leadership needed for tax hike, legislative map
Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan made a pitch for keeping his leadership despite a federal corruption probe. He told Black state lawmakers he can deliver a tax hike and a new legislative map, again favoring Democrats.
Illinois school standards proposal pushes ‘progressive values’ over diverse views, critics say
Illinois school standards proposal pushes ‘progressive values’ over diverse views, critics say
Illinois educators may face controversial rules encouraging teachers to review their biases and privilege, accept multiple views as correct and encourage student activism.
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Gas tax, property tax, ticket and fee hikes all part of Lightfoot budget
Gas tax, property tax, ticket and fee hikes all part of Lightfoot budget
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is trying to raise revenue to close large revenue gaps partially brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jessica Hababeh: Tasty Spin
Jessica Hababeh: Tasty Spin
“My husband, Mike, and I bought an existing restaurant that was for sale, and we incorporated in October of 2019. He is from Jordan and specializes in the restaurant industry. Together we decided to buy this restaurant as a family legacy, and we have goals of making this a chain.” “We opened during winter –...