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New Protections for Freelance Workers Take Effect in Illinois, Ensuring Timely Payments
Freelance Workforce Shields Strengthened in Illinois. Illinois has ushered in a new era of worker rights, particularly for those in the freelance sector. July 1 marks the day when a streak of legislative developments took effect, promising improved livelihoods for countless residents. Among these, one law stands out for its immediate impact on the growing freelance economy in Illinois.
Illinois Ramping Up Efforts to Stop Horrific Human Trafficking
If I were given superpowers to stop just one injustice in the world, it would likely be this one. Human trafficking is a horrific crime and the state of Illinois is ramping up efforts to crack down on those that exploit the safety and freedom of others. The Illinois State...
9 new laws in Illinois go into effect Monday. Here's what to know.
CHICAGO (CBS) — The state of Illinois will enter a new fiscal year on Monday, and nine new laws will go into effect.From a minimum wage increase to new protections for young social media stars, these laws will go into and impact thousands of residents statewide.Among the most notable legislation going into effect include undocumented immigrants who have yet to apply for legal residency and are currently living in Illinois will be permitted to obtain a state driver's license.Applicants must pass the driving test, secure valid insurance, and prove that they have lived in Illinois for at least a year....
New Report Out Of Illinois Shows How For-Profit Colleges Are Not Benefiting Students
A new study from news outlet WBEZ has concluded that students are not benefiting from Illinois for-profit colleges. The research, which analyzed federal data in addition to surveying more than 250 current and former students, determined that students finds themselves in a worse situation after attending for-profit colleges in Illinois. The students, according to the… Continue reading New Report Out Of Illinois Shows How For-Profit Colleges Are Not Benefiting Students
Illinois iLottery winner didn’t believe he won the jackpot
CHICAGO (WMBD) — A lucky iLottery player recently hit the jackpot. According to an Illinois Lottery news release, the winner won $986,932 playing Fast Play Twenty 20s on the Illinois Lottery app. “I had just come in from walking the dog and was about to hit the hay when...
Illinois Woman Loses Pants After Falling On Treadmill [VIDEO]
This woman from Illinois found the life hack to getting ripped at the gym. The only things you need: a treadmill and leggings. If you thought you're already putting yourself out there and working out at a public gym, wait until you hear what happened to Alyssa Konkel. It was...
‘Like a Food Truck:’ Illinois Lauches New Mobile DMV
Don't want to wait in line at the DMV? Illinois residents will soon be able to renew their drivers licenses in minutes, thanks to a new state initiative. Going to the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) is not something I enjoy. It's sort of like going to the dentist's office. You know you need to go, but you definitely have no desire to do so. When I moved back to Indiana earlier in 2024, my wife and I had to visit the BMV to transfer our drivers licenses from Kentucky and register our out-of-state vehicles with Indiana. It was a lot of paper work, but I will say the team at the Princeton BMV did a wonderful job and really made it as painless as possible.
Illinoisans expected to set travel records for July 4th weekend
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Fourth of July weekend is one of the most-traveled days of the year for Americans. This year, Illinois may see an especially busy amount of traffic. AAA predicts almost 71 million people nationwide will travel 50 or more miles this upcoming week. This includes 4.1 million Illinoisans, which will set new records. […]
Nothing Runs Like A Deere… To Mexico! American Workers Facing Job Cuts At John Deere
MOLINE, IL – John Deere, the leading global seller of tractors and crop harvesters, has announced significant layoffs across its Midwest plants. Around 610 production staff in Illinois and Iowa will be affected by the end of the summer. Impact on Illinois and Iowa Plants. The company is set...
Illinois housing advocates condemn Supreme Court ruling on homeless ban
As part of a suite of highly controversial rulings issued on Friday, June 28, the Supreme Court of the United States upheld a ban on outdoor sleeping in the city of Grants Pass, Oregon. Known as a “homeless ban,” the rule targets persons caught sleeping outside of private property with fines, which can eventually escalate to jailtime.
One person seriously hurt after jumping off bridge in Aurora
The Kane County Sheriff's Office says a man was seriously hurt after jumping from the Farnsworth Bridge onto I-88 Thursday afternoon in Aurora. The sheriff's office says it happened at about 1:47 p.m. into eastbound traffic near mile marker 119. No vehicles hit the man, who is said to have jumped on purpose. He was taken to an area hospital for treatment.
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