Illinois is taking significant steps to improve broadband access, provide information on opioid settlements, boost job training and economic development, and enhance early childhood learning.The state's broadband expansion initiative is entering its next phase, with the Illinois Broadband Lab (IBL) collaborating with the Illinois Office of Broadband and the University of Illinois System to deploy $1.04 billion in federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program funds. Under this program, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and Internet service...
The Pritzker administration has made its stance clear in the ongoing challenge to their gun ban by filing a request with the U.S. Supreme Court, urging the Court to deny an injunction that would halt the ban. The state of Illinois is calling for the ban to remain intact, arguing that it is necessary for public safety.The deadline for firearm registration under the new law is swiftly approaching, with January 1st being the last day for gun owners to comply. The Pritzker administration is determined to enforce this law and ensure that firearms in the state are registered...