As some states take measures to relieve gas prices like tax suspensions, Illinois does little, critics say
(The Center Square) – As gas prices continue to soar around the country, some states are taking action with sizable tax breaks. But in Illinois,...
Russia-Ukraine war to impact Illinois wheat prices
By Zeta Cross
(The Center Square) – The war in Ukraine is affecting wheat futures prices on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat futures dropped...
Used vehicle values see record appreciation
(The Center Square) – Jumps in used car prices have some first-time buyers hitting the brakes as supply chain breakdowns continue to choke production of...
Illinois driver services facilities to close for two weeks to slow the spread of COVID-19
(The Center Square) – Illinois driver services facilities will be closed for two weeks to try to slow the spread of COVID-19 after the...
Minimum Wage increases to $12 beginning New Year’s Day
SPRINGFIELD – The minimum wage in Illinois is set to increase another dollar on Saturday, January 1, 2022. The new wage will be $12...
Report: Lawsuit abuse costs each Illinoisan more than $1,000
(The Center Square) – Illinois’ ranking on the annual “Judicial Hellhole” report moved higher this year.
Some say it’s clear there are problems. Others brush it off...
