SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)—December 21, 2017. Illinois property owners in 18 disaster declared counties may be eligible to claim an income tax credit worth up to $750 due to flooding in 2017. The Illinois Department of Revenue has released an Informational Bulletin on their website for individuals and businesses who wish to[Read More…]
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State of Illinois Rolls Back LLC Fees
Governor signs SB 867, slashing filing costs for small businesses CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser Yesterday, Governor Bruce Rauner signed legislation (CB 867) that reduces startup, annual filing and other fees for limited liability companies (LLCs). An LLC is the organizational structure preferred by many of Illinois’ 1.2 million[Read More…]
Illinois Must Pursue State Level Solutions to Counteract Failures in GOP Tax Bill
Grassroots Leaders and State Legislators Push to Close Carried Interest Loophole in Illinois Following Passage of GOP Tax Bill Chicago, IL –(ENEWSPF)—December 20, 2017 By: Nathan Ryan As Congress continues to pass legislation and policy that is out of line with the values of the American people, states and cities[Read More…]
Teen Charged With Felony In Connection With Threat To “Shoot Up” Rich East
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Police charged a teenager with a felony in connection with an alleged threat to “shoot up” Rich East High School. Cameron D. Mitchell, 18, 406 Indianwood Boulevard, Park Forest, was arrested December 6 and charged with one felony count of disorderly conduct. Police were dispatched to Rich[Read More…]
Hindu Mantras Will Open 200th Year for Illinois House and Senate
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Lawmakers in Illinois will hear prayers from what is arguably the world’s oldest religion to begin sessions in 2018. On February 27 and 28 respectively, Illinois State Senate and House of Representatives in Springfield will start their sessions with Hindu mantras, or prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Seek Winter Coats, Shoes, For Local Teens
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Park Forest Police released a statement seeking winter coats and shoes for local teens. According to the statement, police indicate they are in contact with local teenagers, male and female, who are in need of these warmth items. “We know that budgets get tight around the[Read More…]
Jane Pauley to Receive Distinguished Journalist Award from DePaul University
Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence will also honor alumna Ann Pistone CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)—December 19, 2017. Jane Pauley, host of “CBS Sunday Morning,” and Ann Pistone, an investigative journalist with ABC 7 Chicago, will receive awards from DePaul University’s Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence. DePaul will honor Pauley and[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Urges Congress to Swiftly Pass a Clean DREAM Act
As Holiday Recess Approaches, Madigan joins 19 Attorneys General Urging Congress to Pass a Clean DREAM Act; Stress Need to Ensure That Dreamers Can Continue to Thrive Without Fear of Deportation Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—December 19, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser As Congress approached its holiday recess, Attorney General Lisa Madigan joined with 19[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Speaks Out Against GOP Tax Scam (Video)
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—December 19, 2017 By: James Lewis Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly spoke on the House Floor opposing the GOP’s Tax Scam, which will raise taxes on middle class families. Kelly laid out the reality of the bill saying, “It’s a tax scam that will force hardworking Illinois moms and dads[Read More…]
Make it Home for the Holidays: Drive Sober, Buckle Up
Illinois Department of Transportation is partnering with law enforcement to ensure safe holiday travel SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)—December 19, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state are working together to ensure motorists drive sober and buckle up this[Read More…]
