For many Illinois seniors, “retirement” isn’t a full stop. It’s a new chapter—part-time work to stay active, volunteering with grandkids’ schools, relocating to age-friendly housing, or launching a side business. [...]

Technology careers are among the fastest-growing and most lucrative in the modern economy. From software engineering to cybersecurity, cloud computing, and IT support, demand for skilled workers continues to rise. [...]

If you’ve cleared your record in Illinois, you may be wondering whether that fresh start could extend to public service. Can expungement make it easier to run for office—or even [...]

Pursuing higher education is often the gateway to brighter futures, independence, and personal growth. Many Illinois residents turn to federal student aid—like Pell Grants, work-study, and subsidized loans—to make college [...]

For Illinois residents, expungement offers a powerful second chance. By erasing certain arrests and cases from state databases, expungement helps people move forward with a clean slate. Employers, landlords, and [...]

For people in Illinois who have gone through the expungement process, the relief of finally clearing an arrest or charge is profound. A judge orders law enforcement agencies and courts [...]

For Illinois residents with a criminal record, job interviews can be one of the most stressful parts of the employment process. Even when a case was dismissed or expunged, many [...]

For many people, a college education represents the gateway to a better life—higher-paying jobs, broader career opportunities, and personal growth. But for Illinois residents carrying the weight of a criminal [...]

The gig economy has transformed the way people earn money. Instead of traditional nine-to-five jobs, millions now rely on platforms like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash to provide income and flexibility. [...]