Lawmaker pushes sales tax pause on gas as questions cloud ‘fragile’ ceasefire
(The Center Square) – With the average Illinois gas price about $1.40 per gallon higher on Wednesday than it was…
Groups warn Middle East truce may not ease economic fallout
The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group are closely watching the tentative truce between the U.S. and Iran…
National ratings outlet says Pennsylvania has most ‘toss up’ midterm races
The 2026 midterm elections are just under seven months away and the races for the U.S. House are beginning to…
Regulator: LNG expansion likely to affect rare marsh bird
A proposed expansion of the Sabine Pass liquefied natural gas export facility in Louisiana could threaten the federally protected eastern…
Court showdown over Trump’s tariffs could reshape U.S. trade policy
A ruling from a small federal trade court in New York could reshape global trade, as it decides the legality…
PSA urges consumers to think ‘Before You Call That Lawyer’
A national education campaign is urging consumers to gather critical information before hiring a personal injury attorney. …
Vance to lead talks in Iran on Saturday
Vice President JD Vance will lead talks with Iranian leaders in Islamabad on Saturday. …
Rep questions state ed board’s higher budget request, proficiency standards
(The Center Square) – The Illinois State Board of Education wants more taxpayer funding to address inequity and boost public…
Illinois reps move bill to give remedy to young victims of hidden cameras
(The Center Square) – Lawmakers advanced a proposal aimed at giving Illinois families new legal recourse when minors are secretly…
Port Washington passes bill to give public say in data center TID approvals
The city of Port Washington approved a referendum Tuesday that would require future projects worth more than $10 million to…
GOP super PAC commits $45M to Michigan U.S. Senate race
A Republican super PAC announced a significant investment in Michigan’s open U.S. Senate race, underscoring the state’s status as a…
Proposed Ohio indecency law draws free speech, clothing concerns
A controversial bill Ohio Republican lawmakers say is aimed at protecting children is rankling free speech and LGBT advocates as…