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Illinois Welcomes New Laws in July: Higher Minimum Wage, Paid Leave Expansion, and Gas Tax Increase

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Springfield, Ill. — Illinois residents can expect several key changes beginning July 1 as new state laws take effect, impacting everything from gasoline prices to workers’ pay and rights. These changes are set to make life a little different for many across the state, affecting motorists, employees, freelancers, and even child social media influencers. One of the standout adjustments will be at the gas pump. The state’s gasoline tax will see a slight increase from the current 45.4 cents per gallon to 47 cents, marking an uptick of over 3.5%. Diesel fuel taxes will also … Read more

New Year, New Laws: Illinois Implements Over 300 Changes, Including Minimum Wage Increase and Paid Leave for Workers

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Chicago, Illinois – Over 300 new laws have recently gone into effect in the state of Illinois. These laws cover a wide range of topics, from minimum wage increases to gun control measures. Here are some of the key highlights: One of the significant changes is the increase in the minimum wage. Workers in Illinois will now earn $14 per hour, with tipped workers receiving $8.40 per hour. This is just the first step, as the minimum wage is set to rise to $15 per hour by 2025. Another important law is the Paid Leave … Read more

Illinois Passes New Laws to Provide Extended Leave for Families Coping with Loss

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Springfield, Illinois – New legislation in Illinois is set to expand the amount of leave time available for grieving families. The state has passed laws that aim to provide more support to individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The legislation, signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker, will allow employees in Illinois to take up to four weeks of unpaid bereavement leave. This new policy is an amendment to the existing Family and Medical Leave Act, which guarantees employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for various reasons, including the … Read more

Inadequate Laws Leave Tri-State Schools Vulnerable to Sex Offenders: Investigation Reveals Disturbing Findings

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CINCINNATI, Ohio – Sex offenders living near schools in the Tri-State area are receiving protection under current laws, leaving law enforcement with limited options to address the issue. Local 12, after receiving an email from a concerned viewer, looked into this matter. One example is Daniel, a registered sex offender who lives just a couple hundred feet from Holmes Middle and High School in Covington. His offense, which involved raping a 14-year-old girl, occurred before the 2006 law that prohibits sex offenders from living within 1,000 feet of a school. While Daniel claims the act … Read more