Illinois’ comeback story starts here.

Rahm pushes for tax on plastic bags

Rahm pushes for tax on plastic bags

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants to add another layer to the city’s plastic bag ban – a 7-cent tax – despite the ban’s unintended, harmful consequences.

The Illinoisans who vote for Madigan

The Illinoisans who vote for Madigan

Just as Illinoisans elect state representatives, state representatives elect the speaker of the House every two years. To become the speaker, Madigan just needs a majority vote.

By Austin Berg

Craig Alexander

Craig Alexander

“I’m against buying anything in Chicago. I wouldn’t want property. You basically have to pay a mortgage and pay rent still, because of the taxes.” Craig Alexander Hero Coffee Bar