The IRS did better than expected getting refunds out to taxpayers during the 2026 tax season despite massive cuts to its workforce.
A "millionaire tax" proposal floated in the Illinois House failed to gain enough traction in Springfield this week, making it increasingly unlikely that voters will be asked to approve the measure in November.
A big step was made regarding Bears stadium infrastructure funding, but there's still a long way to go for the team to commit to staying in Illinois.
Illinois lawmakers advanced a Chicago Bears stadium "megaprojects" bill out of the Illinois House Wednesday, and it will now go to an Illinois Senate vote.
There is a push to tax the wealthy in Illinois to fund education and provide tax relief for property owners. The sponsor of the so-called "millionaires tax" says he's trying to shore up enough votes to make the tax a reality.
The Bears are scheduled to meet with the league next week to provide an update on their stadium search.