Illinois is the first, and currently the only state, to pass a law banning financial institutions from charging swipe fees on taxes and tips. While banks and lobbyists are running ads claiming Illinois’ new swipe fee law (IFPA) hurts workers, the reality is the opposite. The law protects tips from being “skimmed” by banks, potentially…
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Federal agents conducted a controversial immigration raid in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood in late September and early October 2025. A multi-agency task force targeted an apartment building at 7500 S. South Shore Drive, resulting in arrests and accusations of excessive force against residents and elected officials. DETAILS OF THE OPERATION: Agencies involved: The raid involved…
ILLINOIS COVID19 EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TEXT LINE IL residents can text ‘TALK‘ to 552-020 to speak with a local mental health counselor, and can also use this text line to be put in touch with services related to unemployment and food because of COVID19.Â
Well, here it is. April 12, 2020. Easter Sunday. I doubt there are many people that would have believed the difference between Easter last year, compared to this year. I can speak for myself and say I wouldn’t have believed it, had anyone told me this is the way it would be. We are several…