Illinois’ comeback story starts here.

Illinois bonds once again rated just above junk

Illinois bonds once again rated just above junk

One rating agency cited Illinois’ “persistent crisis-like budget environment” as explanation for the state’s near-junk credit. A spending cap constitutional amendment and pension reform could go a long way toward putting the state on a healthier fiscal path.

By Adam Schuster

Des Plaines approves nearly $200K salary for city manager

Des Plaines approves nearly $200K salary for city manager

Despite living in one of the most overtaxed counties in the country, the Des Plaines City Council approved an $11,255 salary increase for its city manager, raising the cost of government even more for taxpayers.