Illinois Politics & Oversight: Illinois House Republicans filed to create a special investigating committee into indicted Rep. Carol Ammons, a move that could ultimately lead to discipline or expulsion, as lawmakers weigh whether courts should handle the case. Local Business & Community: Peoria’s Heart of Illinois Fair won’t happen in 2026 after the city bought Exposition Gardens; board members resigned, no vendor applications were submitted, and the fair’s site now lists the event as postponed. Sports & Business in Chicago: The Chicago White Sox selected UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky No. 1 in the 2026 MLB Draft, betting on college production and development as they reshape the roster. Immigration & Work Permits: USCIS temporarily extended TPS work authorizations for Haitians and several other nationalities while lower courts respond to a Supreme Court ruling, including Illinois-area impacts for employers and workers. Food & Trade Compliance: Thai food exporters are being warned to tighten FDA-required records under the FSVP framework, with documentation gaps risking shipment disruptions.