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Illinois quick hits: Measles case reported; TCCI opens energy innovation hub

Measles case reported The Illinois Department of Public Health has confirmed the first ...
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Calls grow for reforms to Illinois’ mass transit systems before awarding funding

(The Center Square) – With a massive funding shortfall on the horizon, the Illinois Chamber of Commerce is calling on state lawmakers to enact reforms for the state’s ...
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WATCH: Illinois legislators discuss mental health and gun violence

(The Center Square) – Mental health and firearms violence was the focus of a subject matter hearing Wednesday at the Illinois Statehouse. ...
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WATCH: Illinois officials react to the news Durbin will not seek reelection

(The Center Square) – U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday that he will not seek reelection in 2026, ending his more than four-decade career representing Illinois. ...
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Illinois Commission Warns of Financial Aid Delays and Security Risks

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission has reached out to Education Secretary Linda McMahon, voicing concern over potential setbacks in student financial aid. In their letter, the commission points to risks that include staffing reductions, possible shifts in loan administration, and worries over data security. ...
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Illinois Sees 125% Rise in Hate Crimes, Urges Community Action to Combat Intolerance

Illinois is confronting a sharp surge in hate crimes, which have risen by 125 percent since 2021. Authorities say the majority of these incidents are fueled by bias against race, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity. The escalation has prompted state officials to renew ...
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Senate Bill Aims to Strengthen Protections Against Elder Financial Fraud

Elder financial fraud cost victims more than $3.4 billion in 2023, according to the FBI. State Senator Steve Stadelman is pushing for tougher safeguards to protect older adults from financial exploitation. Senate Bill 1551, which passed the Senate on April 10th, would empower financial ...
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Illinois School Libraries Receive $1.3 Million Boost for Student Resources

More than $1.3 million has been awarded to 2,484 Illinois public school libraries, thanks to Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias. These annual grants support library resources for students from kindergarten through 12th grade, including books, e-books, technology, and multilingual materials. Funding ...
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Join the 2025 Community Clean-Up Project for a Greener Tomorrow from April 22nd to May 16th

State Representative Travis Weaver has unveiled the 2025 Community Clean-Up Project, set to take place from April 22nd through May 16th. The initiative invites area residents to help keep their neighborhoods clean by gathering and disposing of litter. In a move to encourage youth ...
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Illinois Congressman Supports Bipartisan Bill to Aid Small Police Departments Nationwide

Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen has backed new bipartisan legislation aimed at boosting federal support for small and midsize police departments nationwide. The Invest to Protect Act would provide increased funding to help local agencies recruit, train, and retain officers during a period when many ...
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Illinois Boosts HIV Prevention Access with Pharmacy PrEP Initiative

Pharmacists across Illinois can now provide PrEP, a medication proven to prevent HIV, without patients needing a doctor’s prescription. The Illinois Department of Public Health announced this standing order to make PrEP more accessible, particularly in Black and Hispanic communities, which have been disproportionately ...
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Illinois Launches Campaign to Tackle Teen Distracted Driving

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has launched the “One Road. One Focus” campaign to combat distracted driving, especially among teens. The initiative, rolled out during Distracted Driving Awareness Month, includes a new requirement for teen drivers: viewing a sobering video about the dangers ...
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