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Thousands of people marching in the Chicago Trans Liberation March with pride flags and protest signs, demanding rights and protesting anti-trans legislation.
Community

Chicago Trans Liberation March fights for rights amid new legislation

Thousands marched in Chicago's Trans Liberation March, explicitly protesting recent attacks and legislative threats against the trans community.

Hannah Pierce·June 30, 2026
A visual representation of Florida's proposed amendment threatening local services, contrasting community amenities with state government control.
Services

2026 Amendment Threatens Local Services in Florida

In Florida, a proposed constitutional amendment could soon redefine local government, potentially cutting funding for vital community services like libraries and parks.

Marco Alvarez·June 18, 2026
Split image showing a family receiving tax relief contrasted with a distressed city hall, symbolizing Florida's tax reform impact.
Services

Florida tax reform plan boosts homeowner relief, strains local budgets

By 2037, one Florida proposal aims to eliminate all non-school taxes for homestead properties, a move that could reshape local government funding for decades.

Marco Alvarez·June 4, 2026
Students attentively listening to a teacher in a modern classroom, with no visible cell phones, symbolizing a new era of focused learning.
Best in City

Illinois lawmakers pass cell phone ban for classrooms, effective 2027

Illinois lawmakers have passed a bill to ban cell phones in public K-12 classrooms, though it won't take full effect until 2027.

Hannah Pierce·June 2, 2026
Diverse group of Illinois homeowners celebrating outside their homes, symbolizing protection of their equity after new legislation.
Real Estate

Illinois lawmakers pass bill to protect homeowners' equity

Cook County was recently found liable in a class-action lawsuit, ordered to pay damages to 2,500 property owners.

Hannah Pierce·June 1, 2026