Sheriff Tom Dart reports that many individuals in Cook County with revoked FOID cards have not surrendered their firearms, with the non-compliance issue extending throughout Illinois. Dart calls for legislative action to address the problem.

Chicago Teachers Union and CPS leaders demand increased state funding for schools, citing a $1 billion funding deficit, while lawmakers grapple with budget constraints.

Chicago Mayor Johnson celebrates a year in office, noting economic growth, safety improvements, and investment in communities, despite some challenges and ongoing work needed.

Illinois lowers flags to half-staff to honor fallen peace officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day, reflecting a national tribute to law enforcement sacrifices.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul praises the Illinois House's passage of a bill bolstering worker protections against retaliation, aiming to expand the Whistleblower Act and provide safeguards for reporting workplace violations.

The Illinois Department of Revenue maintains Johnson County's property assessment equalization factor at 1.0000, ensuring stable local property taxes.

Chicago's Finance Committee approved a $1.75 million settlement for the family of Iris Chavez, an Army vet who died by suicide in police custody in 2021.

IDNR and IPFC in Illinois advocate for controlled burns to preserve ecosystems, launching a "Map Your Burn" initiative to collect data and promote prescribed fire benefits.

Chicago leaders have approved the Water Leak-Relief Pilot Program to help homeowners with high water bills due to underground leaks, starting January 1, 2025.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has introduced a relief program to assist with high water bills caused by underground leaks, which may soon provide $2.4 million in aid.

An IRS audit indicates Donald Trump may owe over $100 million, questioning his claims of the same losses twice on Chicago Trump Tower to obtain tax breaks.

Illinois lawmakers are advancing a bill to allow employees to opt out of mandatory labor meetings, which has support from Democrats and opposition from business groups.

Mayor Brandon Johnson's initiatives tackle Chicago's environmental challenges by reintroducing the DOE and launching various sustainability and climate programs.