the chicagoland journal

Members of the Illinois Freedom Caucus said the hearing is overdue, pointing to months of warnings about looming energy price spikes and grid reliability issues. #energy

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 710 on Friday, a measure aimed at improving the state’s nuisance deer program and adjusting hunting tag rules. #deers

The fireside chat, set for Thursday, Aug. 21, from 8 to 9 p.m. at Preston Bradley Hall in the Chicago Cultural Center, will give audiences a close-up look at the Grammy-nominated musician, songwriter, and producer whose influence has spanned jazz, R&B, pop, and beyond. #music

“Harness racing is a crowd favorite at the Du Quoin State Fair,” said Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II. #racing

This year’s reassessment saw the total value of residential properties in the township climb more than 30% over 2024. Steele said the session aims to make the appeals process easier to navigate. #propertytaxes

The event begins at 2:30 p.m. and will feature free grocery giveaways provided by The Kindness Campaign, hot meals from Chicago’s Chicken and Waffles, and community support from Illinois House Majority Leader Kam Buckner. #anti-violence

Each scene repeats with subtle — or sometimes dramatic — changes, showing how a single choice or phrase can alter the trajectory of a life. #theater

Governor JB Pritzker announced that Dr. Glenn Poshard, former Southern Illinois University president and longtime public servant, will serve as Grand Marshal for the August 22 event, themed “Adventure Awaits!” #parade

The recognition highlights students who have excelled academically while balancing part-time studies. #honors

Senate Bill 2040 passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly unanimously and was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Aug. 1. #towing