American Library Association reports almost 700 book challenges this year
Most challenges were against books written by or about a person of color or an LGBTQ person.
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Missouri Attorney General basically declares war on trans community
In the space of a single week, Andrew Bailey has taken three separate legal actions supporting anti-trans laws and policies.
Highland Park school gets bomb threats after anti-LGBTQ targeting
Social media posts from LibsofTikTok are thought to have triggered the threats.
Moms for Liberty to start first Central Illinois chapter
The far-right group will have its first meeting in Morton on Oct. 19.
Queer art teacher targeted by LibsOfTikTok, fired due to harassment
Kris Martin was targeted in defamatory online attacks in August which led to them getting fired.
Open enrollment for public, private health insurance begins soon
In Illinois, there will be multiple options to choose from.
ISU researcher inviting Quad Cities trans residents to complete survey
The goal is to create baseline data to support trans employees and help advocates.
Backers hope ‘no cash bail’ makes justice equitable, less expensive
Social justice groups, some elected officials and others have hailed the Pretrial Fairness Act as a breakthrough.
The Project of the Quad Cities announces gift
The $50,000 donation will allow the organization to expand services.
Moms for Liberty: ‘Joyful warriors’ or anti-government conspiracists?
The 2-year-old group could have a serious impact on the presidential race
