Under the Cook County Paid Leave Ordinance, most employers in Cook County, Illinois, must provide their employees in the county up to 40 hours of paid leave that can be used for any reason.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is projecting a $218 million budget gap next year, largely driven by raises she granted to county employees and the resulting growth in needed
The investigation into a failed foreclosure sale of Graceland is now in the hands of federal authorities, according to the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office.
Federal tax breaks can ease the financial burden of homeownership costs. Several deductions and credits are available, some only applying to certain homeowners while others have wider eligibility. Tax breaks can help offset expenses like mortgage interest, property taxes, home improvements, and more.