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Credit Unions: Celebrating April As National Financial Literacy Month
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Every April, we celebrate National Financial Literacy Month. Whether someone is just beginning their financial journey or looking to sharpen existing skills, this month serves as a reminder that informed financial decisions can have a lifelong impact. At credit unions, helping members build financial stability is a responsibility we take seriously. As Suzie Bell, President/CEO of Elite Community Credit Union explains, “When helping our members, we are looking at financial literacy and helping them with getting a savings account, getting their financial needs met.” Life is unpredictable. A job loss, a medical bill, or a sudden car repair can create financial stress that many households aren’t prepared for. That’s why the credit union approach focuses on building a strong foundation before those challenges arise. “We want them to have a safety net if something happens,” Suzie shares. Whether it’s guiding someone through opening their first savings account or helping them understand how to budget for emergencies, our goal is to ensure members have the tools they need. Financial literacy is at the heart of this work. It’s not just about numbers; it’s about confidence, preparedness, and long‑term stability. Learn more at https://betterforillinois.org/ Paid for by Illinois Credit Union League.
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It’s Time To Bring Safer Rides To Illinois
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Waymo is ready to bring safe, reliable, autonomous rides to Illinois – but we need your help! Waymo is already mapping Chicago’s unique streets and traffic patterns to lay the groundwork for operations. Never tired or distracted, Waymo provides hundreds of thousands of fully autonomous rides every week across ten major U.S. cities, from Los Angeles to Atlanta — from multi-lane expressways to dense city streets, including the demands of winter weather. The data shows Waymo’s autonomous vehicles are involved in thirteen times fewer injury-causing collisions compared to humans (as of 3/20/26, see waymo.com/safety). Let’s bring safer rides to Illinois. 
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Built For Illinois. Built With Transparency.
Monday, Apr 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Public safety technology only works when communities trust it. That’s why Flock Safety built privacy and transparency into every layer of our system from the beginning of the design cycle — not as an afterthought. In Illinois, that means:
• Only local law enforcement decides who can access data. Flock never shares without explicit permission. • Compliant with Illinois law. Sharing data with out of state agencies is regulated. • Automatic deletion. All LPR data is permanently deleted in accordance with an agency’s retention schedule. • No backdoors. Private customers cannot access law enforcement data. • No facial recognition. • Flock Safety is trusted by hundreds of Illinois law enforcement agencies — from Crystal Lake to Champaign — because we believe safety and privacy have to coexist. Not someday. Now. See how we’re building trust in Illinois.
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Credit & Debit Cards May Not Work For Tips, Starting July 1
Monday, Apr 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] The IFPA—the Credit Card Chaos law—could hurt Illinois’ tipped workers. Servers, stylists, rideshare drivers and other gig workers who rely on tips could see their income drop if customers can’t tip on cards and are limited to the cash they carry. Before chaos hits on July 1, lawmakers should reverse course and repeal the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. Learn more at: guardyourcard.com/Illinois
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SB 1486 Raises Premiums And Reduces Consumer Choice
Monday, Apr 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Illinois is home to one of the most competitive insurance markets in the nation. Hundreds of insurers fight for consumers, leaving families better protected than those in other states. SB 1486, described by the Daily Herald as “controversial legislation,” could eliminate that system and, in its place, leave Illinois with the most extreme regulatory framework in the nation. This legislation could:
• Cause insurers to scale back coverage • Result in companies leaving the marketplace entirely These policies have been tried in other states, leading to skyrocketing costs for consumers and limited options for coverage. Don’t bring California style overregulation to Illinois. Click here to learn more.
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RETAIL: Strengthening Communities Across Illinois
Monday, Apr 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Sprinkle & Spoon in Galesburg serves up delicious, allergy-friendly frozen treats that never compromise on flavor. Co-owner Lora Barajas, one of the estimated 16.5 million Americans with a milk allergy, opened the shop with her siblings in 2021. Made from scratch and free of dairy, nuts, gluten, and eggs, every scoop delivers rich flavor. Whether you have allergies or simply love a great dessert, Sprinkle & Spoon is the perfect place to indulge. Retail generates $7.3 billion in income and sales tax revenue each year in Illinois. These funds support public safety, infrastructure, education, and other important programs we all rely on every day. In fact, retail is the second largest revenue generator for the State of Illinois and the largest revenue generator for local governments. Policies that support small businesses help communities thrive as retailers like Lora in Galesburg are better equipped to meet local needs. We Are Retail and IRMA are showcasing the retailers who make Illinois work. Please visit https://WeAreRetail.IRMA.org/.
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