Brown, Neva
Neva J. (Vollmar) Brown, 87, of Maquon, Illinois, died at 10:25 p.m., Thursday, September 5, 2024, at home.
Study: Illinois one of six states with long-term revenue shortfalls relative to expenses
A new report highlights just how bad the state of Illinois has been with the budgetary process over the years. Pew Charitable Trusts found only two states with annual deficits in fiscal year 2022, a record low.
Violent crimes on rise in Chicago, robberies at 5-year high
Crime is up in Chicago despite city-wide efforts to reduce violence through a series of city programs. Republican state Rep. John Cabello said Chicago’s rising crime rate amounts to an indictment of the state’s present legal system
Inflation, taxes and unfriendly business climate contribute to high demand for child care
Daycares are in high demand because of high inflation, the economy and the adverse business climate in Illinois, according to a state lawmaker. Senate Bill 3207 was signed into law earlier this month and State Sen. Andrew
New COVID vaccines available; goal is to decrease severity of how sick you would get
Updated vaccine is expected to be available at pharmacies around the country in the coming weeks.