The Illinois Department of Revenue set a 1.0000 property assessment equalization factor for Richland County for a second consecutive year, ensuring fair and consistent property taxation.

Chicago Teachers Union members voted with 97% approval to ratify a new contract with CPS, avoiding a strike and promising salary increases, extra prep time, new staff, and smaller class sizes.

The U.S. has imposed a 104% tariff on Chinese goods, causing significant concern among U.S. importers and businesses about the increasing costs and economic repercussions.

AG Kwame Raoul leads a coalition in contesting a Tennessee law that criminalizes aiding minors seeking out-of-state abortions, stressing state sovereignty and health care rights.

Chicago City Council's finance committee voted against a $1.25 million settlement for Dexter Reed's family, a man killed by police, while approving a $32 million settlement for Bryce Summary, who was injured during a police chase.

Illinois celebrates National Telecommunicators Week, recognizing the critical emergency response role of telecommunicators. Governor Pritzker has declared April 13-19 as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the state.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul leads a 17-state lawsuit against the Trump administration for blocking access to education funds from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Cook County approves a $1,000 one-time property tax relief payment for eligible homeowners, targeting families affected by a significant tax increase.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition of 18 states filed an amicus brief to support MSPB official Cathy Harris against her removal by President Trump, arguing for the MSPB's political independence.

Trump targets sanctuary cities, threatening to cut federal funds, while Chicago's Mayor vows to protect resident rights against unlawful federal actions.

Coles County maintains its property tax assessment equalization factor at 1.0000, indicating assessments are in line with Illinois state requirements.

Chicago City Council is considering a new ordinance to regulate tow truck operations and address predatory towing, which would allow the police to impound violators' vehicles and permit affected drivers to sue for damages.

The US and China escalate their trade war with new tit-for-tat tariffs; the EU also imposes retaliatory duties, shaking global markets and raising concerns over consumer prices.