Capitol News Illinois | In blow to banks, pioneering swipe fee law survives first legal challenge

[ad_1] CHICAGO — A first-in-the-nation law that would prohibit banks and credit card companies from charging swipe fees on tips and taxes survived a major hurdle in court Tuesday, but…

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Capitol News Illinois | Illinois to withhold nearly $500M in spending, citing federal uncertainty

[ad_1] SPRINGFIELD — Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office plans to hold back nearly $500 million in spending for the current fiscal year as the state faces constant uncertainty over the economy…

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