Illinois Attorney General Secures $300,000 Settlement with Staffing Agency Over No-Poach Agreements
Illinois AG reached a $300k settlement with Surestaff LLC over a no-poach agreement limiting job mobility and wages; the company will compensate affected workers and adopt compliance measures. Cases against other firms continue.
Union Cash Floods Illinois Races, Chicago Left Swimming in Dues
A Commonwealth Foundation analysis says Illinois led states in public‑sector union political spending during the 2023–24 cycle, with Chicago among the biggest targets. The findings renew calls for greater transparency around how dues are used.












