Yearslong ethanol policy standoff could cost Illinois drivers at the pump yet again
A yearslong ethanol policy standoff could cost Illinois drivers at the pump yet again this summer.
Economy
The latest Illinois economy coverage of state government to newspapers, broadcast outlets and other media throughout the state.
Sports betting tax becomes battleground between Chicago and state lawmakers
The tax was passed on June 1, 2025, and city officials projected the measure would generate $26.2 million.
Biotechnology company to invest $1.5 billion in Illinois plasma-processing plant
The company produces plasma therapies used in treating rare diseases and immunodeficiencies.
Illinois mayors call on Pritzker to rethink flat local government funding
Governor’s budget proposal calls for reducing the share of income tax revenue that goes to local governments.
Lawmakers postpone Cook County property tax debt sale to continue working on reforms
Lawmakers said they need more time to reform current state law, as litigation against county treasurers builds.
Illinois soybean farmers welcome federal aid, but fear long-term trade damage
Federal payments are headed to Illinois farmers after last year’s trade war.
Illinois legislators introduce bills to regulate pricing based on personal data
Legislators recently filed bills that would require companies to disclose the use of consumer data in price setting.
Battle over data centers in Illinois pits consumer costs vs. state competitiveness
Lawmakers are trying again to regulate the data center industry as Pritzker moves to pause incentives.
Pritzker proposes $56B budget with minimal new spending, tax on social media companies
The plan includes new taxes on social media companies but keeps spending relatively flat from the current year.
Bill to regulate homeowners insurance rates could reemerge this session
State lawmakers could take a second swing at regulating homeowners insurance rates.
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