The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) manages multiple college programs that help students understand their options for paying college tuition. These programs include financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans. A…
An Illinois-based low carbon feed and fuel production plant has partnered with an Illinois-based aviation fuel technology provider and producer to revolutionize the jet fuel-making process. In February 2022, Marquis…
Whether it’s grilled, steamed, boiled, or roasted, we love sweet corn in Illinois. Shout out to Illinois’ official state vegetable on this Sweet Corn Appreciation Day! Illinois ranks as one…
UNEMPLOYMENT FRAUD Audit finds Illinois paid out $5.2 billion in fraudulent or excessive unemployment “overpayments” during COVID-19. An audit report released this week by the Illinois Auditor General revealed that the…
With at least 165 wineries and over 100 miles of wine trails, the wine industry in Illinois is thriving and the growth has been exponential in the last 30 years….
The building blocks of our next generation starts with higher education for all students. Quality education starts with teachers and their ability to adequately teach curriculum that will set the…
Governor Pritzker issued a Disaster Proclamation due to recent tornados, severe weather, and the derecho that affected the surrounding communities. Recently, the governor expanded the counties eligible for relief after an assessment…
Firearms and Gun Ban The controversial law, which many believes violates the constitutional rights of law-abiding gun owners, is facing a panel of Seventh Circuit appellate judges. Enacted by a…
One of the most dangerous and deadly drugs pervading our nation currently is fentanyl. The flow of this powerful drug coming into the United States from Mexico continues to skyrocket,…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced it will be investing $500 million dollars over the next five years into expanding wildlife conservation. All available conservation programs will be…