In quest for greater purpose and life, poll and report say it’s not via AI
Artificial intelligence replacing human beings in tasks is detrimental to purpose and meaning in life, and will not allow people…
Governor’s race shifts south: Trump backs Bailey as Pritzker protests convention
(The Center Square) – The Illinois gubernatorial race took to Texas last week, as both incumbent Gov. J.B. Pritzker and…
Michigan gas prices jump 32 cents, largest increase in nation
Michigan gas prices saw the largest increase of any state over the past week, rising by 32 cents per gallon. …
Musk PAC takes aim at Maine congressional races
The world's “richest man” is pumping money into Maine's congressional races as part of broader efforts to keep control of…
Energy Department reports sinking U.S. fuel, diesel demand
Energy Department reports sinking U.S. fuel, diesel demand …
Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago mayor announces reelection bid
(The Center Square) – Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launched his reelection campaign on Sunday with an event at the DuSable…
Taxpayer Philanthropy: Vaccine nonprofit boosts exec pay while losing millions
(The Center Square)—Despite posting multi-million-dollar losses in several recent years, a federally funded nonprofit that develops vaccines against deadly viruses…
After 9/11: How survivors continue to carry their stories
“At times, it seems like ages ago. But whenever you start recalling that day, it seems like yesterday.” …
Everyday Economics: The Fed can’t pump more oil
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to raise interest rates this week. Markets now put the odds of a quarter-point…
State ends FY26 with $1B in excess; other data shows Illinois ‘lags’
(The Center Square) – A state commission report showed Illinois brought in more revenue than expected to begin the 2027…
CBO can’t estimate savings in Paul’s cost-cutter bonus bill
U.S. Sen. Rand Paul says his proposed Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act would help tackle the national debt by paying federal…
U.S. House has one week to reauthorize highway funding before it expires
Congress faces a Sept. 30 deadline to extend federal highway infrastructure funding before it expires, but the U.S. House has…