Justice Department lawyers have agreed to a proposed order that would temporarily restrict access to sensitive Treasury Department financial data for operatives of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. This decision comes in response to a lawsuit challenging DOGE’s actions. The American Federation of Government Employees […]
A new bill introduced in the Illinois General Assembly aims to strengthen protections for nursing mothers in the workplace. Senate Bill 212, sponsored by Senator Laura Fine (D-Glenview), proposes significant amendments to the existing Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act. Key Provisions The bill introduces several important changes to support […]
U.S. Representative Andy Biggs (R) of Arizona has introduced a bill aimed at abolishing the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The proposed legislation, titled the “Nullify Occupational Safety and Health Administration Act” or “NOSHA Act,” Key Points of the Bill The NOSHA Act seeks to: Representative Biggs argues that […]
In a startling announcement on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, President Donald Trump declared that the United States would “take over” the Gaza Strip, proposing a radical plan to redevelop the war-torn Palestinian territory. Trump’s Controversial Proposal During a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White […]
United States tariffs on Mexico and Canada have been paused after three days of retaliatory tariff threats, a tanking stock market, and calls from billionaires to reconsider. Canada, Mexico, and the United States have agreed to negotiate during a 30-day period, then revisit the threat of tariffs. On Saturday, the […]
The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) has issued a memo pausing all activities and events related to its Special Emphasis Programs, effective immediately and until further notice. This decision affects 11 annual observances, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month, Pride Month, Holocaust Days of Remembrance, and other cultural […]
The Trump administration has presented federal employees with a “Fork in the Road” decision regarding their future in government service. On January 28, 2025, an email was sent to federal workers outlining a deferred resignation offer, giving them the option to voluntarily leave their positions by September 30, 2025. Key […]
A new bill introduced in the Illinois General Assembly aims to explore the possibility of implementing ranked-choice voting for state and local elections. House Bill 1786, sponsored by Representative Maura Hirschauer (D-49), proposes the creation of a Ranked-Choice Voting in State and Local Elections Task Force. Key Points of the […]
Parkland College is set to celebrate Black History Month in February with an array of events centered around the theme “African Americans and Labor.” Parkland aims to highlight both historical and contemporary contributions of African Americans to the workforce, with a program packed with educational and cultural activities designed to […]
A new bill introduced in the Illinois State Senate aims to establish a mandatory one-year expulsion policy for students who commit sexual violence or assault on school grounds or at school-related events. Senate Bill 0098, introduced by Senator Steve McClure (R-54) on January 17, 2025, proposes an amendment to the […]
