Chicago cops demand parental leave after mayor gives it to teachers
Chicago cops demand parental leave after mayor gives it to teachers
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson handed parental leave to his former employers at the Chicago Teachers Union with no negotiation. Now the city’s police union wants it.
By Dylan Sharkey
Illinois unemployment 4th worst in U.S., job growth slows in May
Illinois unemployment 4th worst in U.S., job growth slows in May
While government jobs outpaced the overall growth for the month, manufacturing and construction took the biggest losses as the unemployment rate remains among the worst in the nation.
By Justin Carlson
Welch, Harmon get millions from teachers unions before blocking school choice for poor kids
Welch, Harmon get millions from teachers unions before blocking school choice for poor kids
It’s a simple choice for Illinois’ top legislative leaders this fall: listen to the over $1 million each got in campaign cash from teachers unions, or back the futures of 9,600 low-income students with a tax credit that is barely a blip in the $50 billion state budget.
By Mailee Smith
Illinois’ pension bonanza: invest $166K, take home $5.5M
Illinois’ pension bonanza: invest $166K, take home $5.5M
Being in the top 10 of Illinois’ five statewide pension systems is an investor’s dream and a taxpayer’s nightmare. The median investment is shy of $166,000, but the estimated lifetime payout is $5.5 million.
By Patrick Andriesen
Illinois bill would allow 10 paid days off from teaching for union lobbying
Illinois bill would allow 10 paid days off from teaching for union lobbying
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill giving teachers 10 paid days off for union advocacy if elected to union leadership positions.
By Dylan Sharkey
Illinoisans of every age, income bracket moving out of state
Illinoisans of every age, income bracket moving out of state
The bulk of those leaving Illinois are aged 26-54 and their dependents.
By Bryce Hill
California considers misleading labor amendment modeled after Illinois’ Amendment 1
California considers misleading labor amendment modeled after Illinois’ Amendment 1
Illinois labor leaders claimed their push to enshrine public union supremacy in the Illinois Constitution was the “blueprint” for other states. Now both California and Pennsylvania are following Illinois’ lead.
By Mailee Smith
NASCAR ticket price up to $272 higher thanks to Chicago tax
NASCAR ticket price up to $272 higher thanks to Chicago tax
The typical racing fan will pay an extra $22 for general admission to Chicago’s NASCAR “Street Race Weekend” thanks to the city’s amusement tax. Luxury seating could cost residents more than the price of a standard ticket in taxes alone.
By Patrick Andriesen
Chicago Teachers Union repeatedly pushes for tax hikes in Springfield
Chicago Teachers Union repeatedly pushes for tax hikes in Springfield
The Chicago Teachers Union registered its opinion on legislation more than 1,360 times in just six legislative sessions. Its legislative priorities would drive up taxes and make government more expensive, no matter where you live in Illinois.
By Mailee Smith
CTU told lawmakers what to do over 1,360 times in just 6 legislative sessions
CTU told lawmakers what to do over 1,360 times in just 6 legislative sessions
The Chicago Teachers Union pours money into political campaigns, but that isn’t all. It also pressures lawmakers to abide by its legislative agenda. It’s a one-two political punch: helping elect lawmakers and then telling them what to do.
By Mailee Smith
One-third of SEIU workers reject union membership
One-third of SEIU workers reject union membership
It could be because less than 22% of SEIU HCII’s spending is on representing workers – what should be the core purpose of the union.
By Mailee Smith