Study Shows Illinois Flat Tax System Is Harder On Black, Latinx Taxpayers
A study released Thursday by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP) showed Illinois' flat tax negatively affects Black and Hispanic taxpayers....
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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Pardons Over 11,000 Marijuana Convictions
As Illinois becomes the 11th state to legalize cannabis, Gov. JB Pritzker has granted 11,017 pardons for people with low-level marijuana convictions. ...
Why ISF Bank, the Last Black-Owned Bank in Illinois, Is Changing Its Name
In efforts to expand across the United States and beyond, the owners of Illinois Service Federal Savings & Loan Association (ISF Bank) will change its...
Has Your Child Been Expelled from Preschool?
It might have been. I’ve previously written that, regrettably, studies from Yale show that racism reaches down to preschoolers....
Teachers Actually Like Common Core
Some teachers like Common Core, but the tests remain a work in progress. Can the new, tougher standards be too much for immature kids? Read...
Chicago A Leader in Youth Joblessness
A report released Friday provides shocking statistics on Chicago’s unemployment rate. A Frayed Connection: Joblessness Among Teens in Chicago gathered data from the U.S. Bureau...
5 Worst States for Black Americans
The coming year for many may involve moving in search of new beginnings and better opportunities. When moving, you should research and consider social factors...
Man Receives Diploma 55 Years After Being Denied Graduation
In 1959, Alva Earley was denied graduation because of his stand against segregation. Now, 55 years later, he's finally receiving his diploma....
New Debt Collection Scam
Scammers are always waiting for an opportunity to steal from you. Illinois residents are being told to watch out for a new scam where a...
Illinois Gay Marriage Bill Advances to House Vote
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn has already vowed to sign the bill into law....