West Cook News

House Speaker Welch: 'Lead by your actions, not your words'

By Christina Heath | Jun 30, 2021

As House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch (D-Hillside) made history as the first black man to serve in that role in the state, he has made sure to leave an impression during his first session as well.

Hilton advances bill 'to deposit inheritance into qualified tuition plans' in Illinois

By Christina Heath | May 13, 2021

Illinois state Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) has advanced a bill that will allow residents to deposit inheritance into qualified tuition programs.

New health care law 'requires implicit bias training' in Illinois

By Christina Heath | May 5, 2021

People living in poverty and racial minorities will have greater access to health care in Illinois.

Union leaders say 'Illinois loses $186 million' to subcontractors paying employees in cash

By Christina Heath | Apr 22, 2021

Carpenters and union leaders are standing with Illinois legislative leaders in the fight against tax fraud in the construction industry, costing the state millions.