The Champaign County Forest Preserve will continue to take undecorated, real Christmas trees at Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, Homer Lake Forest Preserve and the Middlefork River Forest Preserve. Drop-offs are accepted at the marked sites only: • Mahomet, Lake of the Woods: west maintenance entrance off IL-47; • […]
A significant advancement for children with hearing impairments has been cemented into law in Illinois, ensuring broader access to hearing aid coverage. The newly signed Public Act 103-0530, which amends the Illinois Insurance Code, mandates insurance providers to cover the cost of hearing aids and associated services for individuals under […]
Illinois Governor signed into law the Public Act 103-0030, a significant legislative measure aimed at expanding health insurance coverage for critical cancer screenings. The law, which will take effect on January 1, 2025, mandates that group health insurance policies include coverage for cervical, prostate, and ovarian cancer screenings without any […]
In a significant expansion of the Illinois Human Rights Act, Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed into law House Bill 2161, introducing comprehensive amendments aimed at strengthening protections against discrimination and harassment in the workplace. The newly enacted law, effective immediately, broadens definitions and clarifies responsibilities, impacting employers and employees across […]
Illinois has recently passed three significant laws that enhance the rights and living conditions of mobile home park residents, providing them with better protection and more control over their living environments. Strengthened Licensing and Compliance Public Act 103-0819 introduces stringent regulations under the Mobile Home Park Act, requiring mobile home […]
Illinois workers will see a $1 per hour increase in the state’s minimum wage starting January 1, 2025. The new wage will rise to $15 per hour for most workers, up from $14. The increase is part of a series of wage hikes outlined in legislation signed by Governor JB […]
Illinois has taken a significant step toward embracing digital identification with the passage of House Bill 4592. This newly enrolled bill, which amends both the Illinois Identification Card Act and the Illinois Vehicle Code, introduces the option for mobile versions of both Illinois Identification Cards and driver’s licenses. Under the […]
Effective January 1, 2025, Illinois will enforce new amendments to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, requiring employers with 15 or more employees to provide detailed pay scale and benefits information in all job postings. This legislative change, part of HB 3129 signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker […]
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) reports a rise in pertussis cases, commonly known as whooping cough, throughout Champaign County. Most of the reported cases so far have occurred among high school and university students. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pertussis cases are increasing nationwide, with over […]
The Mahomet Planning and Zoning Commission convened on December 11, 2024, to discuss a proposed 40-acre solar farm development at the southwest corner of County Roads 2175N and 700E. The meeting attracted significant public interest, with attendees voicing both support and concern for the project. The Village of Mahomet Board […]
