The state eased its way into Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois plan last week, and everyone is now free to hold their breath while waiting to see if the state can avoid a resurgence of new coronavirus cases.
Editor's note: This story was first published by Belt Magazine (BeltMag.com).I'll never forget the burn of hot tears rolling down my face as I watched the video of my little brother being murdered by the men in blue.
Christopher Hanken's five businesses lost more than $690,000 in sales between March and May 19 after he severely cut services to comply with the stay-at-home order imposed due to the novel coronavirus.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - Missouri's lone abortion clinic got its abortion license renewed by the state this week after a yearlong fight with health authorities.
More companies are joining big brands including Unilever, Honda and Verizon in halting advertising on Facebook despite CEO Mark Zuckerberg outlining several steps the social network will take to combat hate speech.
Days after health officials warned of a growing outbreak of Cyclospora infections "potentially linked" to certain store brands of garden salad mixes, more salads have been recalled and illnesses confirmed.
Along with the minimum wage increase to $10 an hour, here are some of the several laws that take effect July 1 as the state heads into the 2021 fiscal year.