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Published on Jul 14, 2026

Councilmembers look to place advisory referendum for millionaire tax on November ballot

Sign up for our free newsletters! Three Evanston councilmembers are hoping to put an advisory referendum on the Nov. 3 general election ballot asking if residents support a millionaire income tax surcharge, joining a larger effort to build momentum for …

Source: Evanston RoundTable - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Jul 13, 2026

Gregory Kearney and Joshua Rauh: Illinois’ public schools are caught in the middle of the pension crisis

The truism goes, “Show me your budget, and I’ll show you what you value.” By that commonsense measure, what the state government of Illinois cares most about could hardly be clearer. Over the past few decades, Illinois lawmakers have been ramping up …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Jul 9, 2026

Millionaire tax push resumes in Chicago

(The Center Square) – Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn and state Rep. LaShawn Ford, D-Chicago, have taken the next step in their campaign to raise taxes on people who earn more than $1 million, and the speaker of the Illinois House is on board. Quinn and …

Source: The Center Square - Right-wing
Published on Jul 11, 2026

Ill. State Rep. indicted in scheme to receive kickbacks, misusing campaign funds

CHICAGO (Capitol News Illinois) - State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, an 11-year veteran of the Illinois House, has been charged with orchestrating an alleged scheme to receive illegal cash kickbacks from her own campaign account and from local nonprofits …

Source: KWQC - Iowa - Pending
Published on Jul 10, 2026

Editorial: We already know how Chicago voters feel about a millionaire tax. We want to know what they think about other ...

Every citywide advisory question that reaches Chicago voters means another did not. So the debate isn’t simply about which ideas deserve a public vote, but about who gets to decide what voters are allowed to weigh in on in the first place. During Thursday’ …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Jul 10, 2026

Illinois lawmaker accused of receiving kickbacks, misusing funds

July 10, 2026, 3:31 a.m. CT Illinois State Rep. Carol Ammons has been federally indicted for an alleged scheme to receive illegal cash kickbacks. The indictment alleges Ammons used her position to direct state grants to nonprofits that then paid her …

Source: Lincoln Courier - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Jul 8, 2026

State earns billions from gambling, but offers only spare change for treatment

A person gambles at a sweepstakes machine at a gas station in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood on June 5. (Photo by Casey Toner/Illinois Answers Project) (Editor’s note: Some individuals in this story are identified only by first name and last initial at …

Source: Chronicle Media - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2026

Ammons indicted in kickback scheme, misusing campaign funds

CHICAGO (Capitol News Illinois) — State Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana), an 11-year veteran of the Illinois House, has been charged with orchestrating an alleged scheme to receive illegal cash kickbacks from her own campaign account and from local nonprofits …

Source: Heartland Media Group - Illinois - Pending
Published on Jul 8, 2026

Urbana state rep. indicted in kickbacks scheme, misusing campaign funds

State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, an 11-year veteran of the Illinois House, has been charged with orchestrating an alleged scheme to receive illegal cash kickbacks from her own campaign account and from local nonprofits for which she helped secure state …

Source: CBS 2 Chicago - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Jun 24, 2026

Addicted to gambling in Illinois: ‘Someone has decided they can make money off you’

This story is a collaboration between Capitol News Illinois and Illinois Answers Project. Editor’s note: Some individuals in this story are identified only by first name and last initial at their request to allow them to speak openly about their addiction …

Source: Capitol News Illinois - Illinois - Left-wing

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 22:36 GMT

U.S. Senate Special Republican Party Filing & Primary schedule

The South Carolina Election Commission released the following schedule regarding the Special Primary Runoff for U.S. Senate. This special filing period and special primary are being held pursuant to S.C. Code of Laws Section 7-11-55 after the death of the …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 01:05 GMT

White House Launches Gold Eagle Initiative for Unprecedented Cybersecurity Vulnerability Coordination

President Trump’s bold vision to secure and accelerate American artificial intelligence (AI) innovation is being actioned through the creation of “GOLD EAGLE,” a clearinghouse that enables unprecedented cybersecurity vulnerability coordination. Open-source …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 16:01 GMT

Attorney General Alan Wilson defends state sovereignty at the U.S. Supreme Court

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – Attorney General Alan Wilson has filed a friend-of-the-court brief at the United States Supreme Court supporting state sovereignty and opposing one state’s efforts to control how business is done in other states. A state agency in …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 19:47 GMT

Key Dates and Deadlines for the 2026 Special Primary for U.S. Senate

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 11:03 GMT

Chairman Rick Scott Celebrates Senate Passage of the Older Americans Act Reauthorization

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA) being signed into law, U.S. Senate Committee on Aging Chairman Rick Scott celebrated the passage of the OAA Reauthorization Act, legislation to renew vital programs our …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 23:47 GMT

With Threats Rising, [U.S.] Supreme Court Asks Congress to Increase Security Funds

The Supreme Court is asking for millions of dollars from Congress to draft plans for a new facility to screen visitors outside the court’s home on Capitol Hill, as security threats against the justices mount. Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan are …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 02:06 GMT

GOP Leaders React to OLA’s Voter Registration Audit

July 14, 2026 St. Paul, MN – Following a program audit of Minnesota’s voter registration system by the Office of the Legislative Auditor, Speaker Lisa Demuth, R-Cold Spring, and Leader Harry Niska, R-Ramsey, released the following statement: “This voter …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 22:10 GMT

Maureen Shannon Attorney Launches Government Relations Initiative Supporting Fair Credit Reporting Reform

The General Counsel For 700Credit Steps Into The Public Policy Arena, Championing A New Charge To Modernize Fair Credit Reporting DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maureen Shannon, general counsel for 700Credit, is …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 04:45 GMT

American Manufacturing Celebrates the Companies, Products, and People Still Building America

American Manufacturing Celebrates the Companies, Products, and People Still Building America and Shaping Our Future GRANDVILLE, MI, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Manufacturing Celebrates the Companies, Products, and People …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 14, 2026 - 20:17 GMT

School Nutrition Association Annual National Conference Features Exhibits, Education Sessions and Demos

More than 6,000 school nutrition professionals from across the country gathered in Charlotte, NC, July 12-14, 2026 ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than 6,000 school nutrition professionals from across the …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Education ...
Published on July 14, 2026 - 19:19 GMT

DIRT Data Summary & Trends: CGA Index Reaches Record High in 2025

According to the CGA Index, damages in 2025 were up more than 5 points from the year prior WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the national nonprofit association dedicated to …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Darwin AI Expands Into an Enterprise-Grade Platform for Statewide, Multi-Agency AI Governance

New enterprise capabilities advance Darwin Enterprise, the company's offering for governing AI across large-scale, multi-agency government. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Darwin AI, the AI governance and …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 13:54 GMT

Global Climate Solutions Simulator Adds Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal to Range of Possible Climate Mitigation Tools

New feature supported by Ocean Visions allows stakeholders to explore the potential of Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ocean Visions today announced the launch of a new Ocean …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry, Environment ...
Published on July 15, 2026 - 01:05 GMT

White House Launches Gold Eagle Initiative for Unprecedented Cybersecurity Vulnerability Coordination

President Trump’s bold vision to secure and accelerate American artificial intelligence (AI) innovation is being actioned through the creation of “GOLD EAGLE,” a clearinghouse that enables unprecedented cybersecurity vulnerability coordination. Open-source …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 01:05 GMT

Law Enforcement Leaders Across America Support Todd Blanche for Attorney General

President Donald J. Trump’s nominee for Attorney General, Todd Blanche, has secured strong endorsements from a powerful coalition of law enforcement organizations, state attorneys general, and public officials nationwide. A veteran prosecutor and defense …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

San Francisco Sheriff's Deputy Faces Arraignment Today in Case Tied to County Jail Strip-Search Class Action

Deputy Nanette Musto, charged with battery and assault by a public officer, is arraigned this morning. The witness is a plaintiff in Veen Firm class action SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Deputy Nanette Musto, …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Law ...
Published on July 14, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

OnGo Alliance Adopts Formal CBRS Policy Positions to Support Long-Term Innovation, Investment, and Deployment Stability

ACI-NA voices official support for CBRS as DFW, Miami International, and Minneapolis-St. Paul join OnGo Alliance's growing enterprise membership BEAVERTON, OR, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The OnGo Alliance, the driving force …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 11:37 GMT

Pole Star Defense joins DSI’s 2nd Annual Maritime Security Summit as Platinum Sponsor

Pole Star Defense is a Platinum Sponsor of DSI’s 2nd Annual Maritime Security Summit, taking place July 15-16, 2026 in National Harbor, Maryland. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Summit convenes senior …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Leading Digital Trust Expert Unveils a Blueprint for Rebuilding Trust in an Era of AI, Data Breaches, and Identity Fraud

“The Trust Crisis: How Big Tech Stole Your Identity—and the New Model That Takes It Back” by Raj Ananthanpillai is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The Trust Crisis: How Big Tech …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 10:02 GMT

Uzbekistan’s Digital Economy as a Tool for Diversification: Achievements and Strategic Challenges

KYIV, UKRAINE, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Uzbekistan is demonstrating one of the highest rates of digital transformation in Central Asia. The authorities view the digital economy not as a separate sector, but as a key instrument for economic …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 08:40 GMT

Felix Prehn's Goat Academy Welcomes 26,000th Student as Trustpilot Score Reached 4.6

With 26K students, 670K subscribers and a 4.6 Trustpilot score Goat Academy brings Felix Prehn closer to his goal of teaching 1 million people the stock market. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Felix Prehn's …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 20:11 GMT

Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Launch of Summer Meal Sites Across the City Providing Healthy Meals At No Cost To Youth

Mayor Michelle Wu announced that all children and teens can receive free nutritious breakfast and lunch this summer through the Boston Summer Eats program. Meals are currently available to all youth 18 and under at over 60 locations across the city, such …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 06:26 GMT

Trump's Body Language at the Ankara NATO Summit: Raluca Niță Interviewed by Dmitry Anopchenko

Author of The Silent Language of Power, Raluca Niță analyses Trump's body language at the Ankara NATO Summit in an exclusive interview with Dmitry Anopchenko BUCHAREST, ROMANIA, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public affairs and …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 05:46 GMT

Paula Fillmore-Sardinas Appointed to Community Advisory Panel for Washington State’s Historic Reparations Study

Washington is one of the first states in the nation to study reparative action for descendants of U.S. chattel slavery SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paula Fillmore-Sardinas Appointed to Community Advisory Panel …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 05:46 GMT

MSI² anuncia la presentación del libro 'Ric Prado: La Pasión del Guerrero'

En alianza entre ClassicSubversive Editions y Bravo Zulu Publishers, el libro se lanzará oficialmente el 24 de julio en el Museo Americano de la Diáspora Cubana MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El Miami Strategic …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 17:02 GMT

Scalise: We Will Not Let Communism Prevail

Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.), and Rep. Carlos Giménez (R-Fla.) to warn about the growing embrace of communist ideology among a new generation of …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on July 14, 2026 - 12:35 GMT

The Leader's Floor Lookout: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Here’s what to watch for on the House Floor today: Establishing Guardrails to Protect Americans’ Privacy in Firearm Purchases When Americans make a purchase at a firearm retailer, credit card companies can assign a specific merchant category code (MCC) …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on July 13, 2026 - 23:35 GMT

NDSC Applauds Former Officials Urging Congress to Stop Transfer of Special Education to HHS

Former Republican and Democratic officials responsible for IDEA for 50 years urge Congress to act now to stop the transfer of special education to HHS WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Down …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

Source: Op/Ed
Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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