Chambana Sun

Rose: Pritzker administration money hungry despite $16B in expected revenue: 'When is enough enough?'

By Savannah Howe | May 31, 2021

According to Illinois Republicans, billions of dollars in expected revenue is missing from the state's budget for the upcoming fiscal year — a potential ploy to raise taxes again, says many GOP legislators who attended a May 27 news conference.

Bennett condemns drug possession charge reform passing 'in spite of strong opposition' law enforcement

By Savannah Howe | Apr 28, 2021

The deadline for voting on House bills and moving the legislation to the Senate expired last week, but Rep. Tom Bennett (R-Watseka) said there is still much to be done in the dusk of the legislative session.

Davis: Democrats are 'playing politics' in district remapping

By Savannah Howe | Apr 20, 2021

State Democrats are pushing forward in their efforts to redistrict the state's legislative districts, despite Gov. J.B. Pritzker's pledge to prevent a politician-made map and widespread Republican preference for an independent remapping committee.

From Prairie State Wire

Illinois voters shoot down Fair Tax proposal

By Savannah Howe | 4 years ago

Illinois voters rejected a progressive income tax amendment that was criticized for having potentially devastating impacts on the state's taxpayers by removing the flat tax rate, skyrocket small business taxes by 47% and allow the possibility of taxing retirees.

Research shows smoking is prevalent among low-income pregnant women in Illinois

By Savannah Howe | May 12, 2020

Smoking is a big problem among low-income pregnant women who receive welfare in Illinois, according to a recent study.