For readers in Illinois, this page covers household budgeting, saving, debt management, insurance and everyday financial decisions. Reporting follows the trends and shifts that affect how residents manage their money.
Treasurer Michael Frerichs renewed the five-year investment at 6.17%, the highest rate in 25 years, alongside Polish bond purchases.
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Should state governments invest public funds in bonds issued by foreign countries?
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Do you support Illinois taxing digital asset transactions at 0.2%?
Andreessen Horowitz and DeFi Education Fund file amicus brief against the state's digital asset transaction tax.
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Do you feel confident in your ability to navigate debt issues without professional legal help?
The platform offers automated legal guidance to help Illinoisans manage credit card and medical debt burdens.
Old Republic Insurance Co. asked a federal judge in Illinois to confirm a final arbitration award against First Accelerated Reinsurance Co.
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Should credit card swipe fees on sales tax and tips be banned?
Nine trade associations challenge OCC and NCUA rules as Illinois appeals court rulings invalidating its interchange fee law.
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Do you trust that credit union mergers generally lead to better service for members?
Scott Credit Union and Consumers Credit Union have approved a plan to combine their organizations by June 2027.
Coverage takes in changes to state tax regulations, consumer protection updates, interest rates on personal loans and the rising costs of essential services. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties where the cost of living varies significantly. Seasonal shifts like tax filing deadlines and open enrollment periods consistently shape the primary concerns of individuals and families. The impact of inflationary pressure on household purchasing power is the most frequent theme in these stories.
