Moore: New study lays out case for Illinois millionaires tax
A new study found that a 3% surcharge on income over $1 million could raise more than $4.2 billion annually ...
Tag: University of Illinois
Capitol Briefs: U of I still concerned about higher ed funding overhaul proposal
Multiple groups that are at risk of losing federal funding are asking Illinois lawmakers for more state money.
What does Gov. JB Pritzker’s nuclear energy executive order do?
Order sets a timeline for identifying potential new nuclear sites and reviewing existing regulations.
How much public and private money is powering Chicago’s quantum push?
More than $1 billion has been committed since the site was announced in 2024.
Trump freezes $2.1B for Chicago transit projects in latest ‘punishment’ of blue states
The White House on Friday froze $2.1 billion in federal funding for Chicago transit projects.
Inside Illinois’ efforts to court the emerging quantum technology industry
Illinois bet big on quantum technology in last year’s state budget. Now, companies from around the world are looking at ...
COMMENTARY: How will we heal Illinois’ agri-food system?
From the Illinois Agri-Food Alliance: COVID-19 is rapidly exposing our food system's susceptibilities and disconnects.
UPDATED: State releases $500 million for statewide technology innovation network
Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday touted statewide benefits he said will result from a $500 million state investment in 15 ...
ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU: Why so many farmers are using drones
At the University of Illinois, high-resolution drone footage replaces tedious on-foot observations to develop new and improved soybean varieties.
Senate Democrats send minimum wage bill to House
A bill to raise Illinois’ minimum wage passed the state Senate on partisan lines Thursday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker made ...
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