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Trump Executive Order Expands White House Control Over Independent Regulatory Agencies

President Trump has signed a new executive order designed to increase presidential oversight and control over all executive branch agencies, including those traditionally considered “independent regulatory agencies.” The order, titled “Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies,” seeks to ensure that these agencies are more accountable to the President. The executive order […]

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DHS Launches $200M Ad Blitz Warning Undocumented Immigrants: “We Will Find You and Deport You”

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is rolling out a massive $200 million advertising campaign with a stark message for undocumented migrants: “We will find you and deport you.” DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced the initiative last week. The two-year campaign will utilize a variety of media platforms, including TV, […]

State of Illinois

Illinois Senate Bill Aims to Protect Patients from Aggressive Medical Debt Collection

A new bill introduced in the Illinois Senate seeks to amend the Fair Patient Billing Act, providing greater protections for patients facing medical debt. Senate Bill 1223, introduced by Senator Laura Fine, addresses several key issues related to medical debt collection and patient billing practices. The bill focuses on preventing […]

Federal

Trump Administration Ends Haiti’s TPS, Putting 520,000 Haitians at Risk of Deportation

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the termination of Haiti’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation, effective August 3, 2025. The decision impacts over 520,000 Haitian nationals residing in the United States under humanitarian protections initially granted after the 2010 earthquake. This move follows last month’s rescission of Venezuela’s TPS extension […]

State of Illinois

Illinois Secretary of State Clarifies REAL ID Requirements Ahead of May 7 Deadline

With the May 7th deadline for REAL ID enforcement fast approaching, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is working to clear up confusion surrounding the new federal requirements. Giannoulias emphasizes that while a REAL ID will be necessary for certain federal activities, it is not mandatory for everyone. The primary reason for […]

Local

Mahomet-Seymour School District Approves $4.8 Million Bond Sale to Webster Bank for Health, Life, and Safety Projects

The Mahomet-Seymour Community Unit School District No. 3 Board of Education has approved the sale of $4.8 million in Health Life Safety bonds to Webster Bank, National Association, to fund infrastructure upgrades across three district schools.  Bond Terms and Financial Implications The bonds, designated as General Obligation School Bonds, Series […]