Buried in the One Big Beautiful Bill, a modest tax credit signals a larger shift federally toward school privatization as ...

Those pushing Pritzker to opt in make the logical argument that federal tax credits don’t affect the Illinois budget.

Not all states tax income the same. See how state income tax rates compare, how flat and progressive systems work and what ...

The University of Illinois Springfield is offering free tax preparation services through the IRS's VITA program. Here's how to make an appointment.

This comes after a provision of the American Rescue Plan Act expired Dec. 31. That measure, signed into law in 2021 by former ...

A partial government shutdown looms as the Senate remains divided over spending bills. But how would a shutdown affect Illinois tax refunds?

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), passed July 4, 2025, will bring sweeping changes to federal corporate and individual tax rules. Many of these ...

Gov. J.B. Pritzker faces a major decision on whether Illinois will opt into a new federal tuition scholarship program for ...

Choosing where to spend your retirement involves far more than just picking the right kind of weather and proximity to ...

Online platforms offering casino-style games have become increasingly visible across the country. Advertisements appear on social media, streaming services, and even during sporting events. Many of ...

Democrats control all levers of government in Illinois. We have been grappling with the same problems for decades with no ...

Before you pack up and move for seemingly greener pastures, there's something else you might want to consider.