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Illinois Lawmakers Push for Expanded Gun Safety Legislation to Protect Minors

Illinois lawmakers are focusing on gun safety with new legislation led by State Senator Laura Ellman. At a Tuesday press conference, Ellman and advocates highlighted the dangers posed by unsecured firearms, particularly to children and teens. Citing research that links unlocked guns to suicides, ...
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Congressman Eric Sorensen Opposes GOP Billionaire Tax Break Bill

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) voted no against Republican’s partisan big billionaire bailout that makes massive cuts to the SNAP food assistance program and Medicaid health insurance to pay for a huge tax break for billionaires.“I voted no against a partisan ...
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Illinois Senator Secures $3.34 Million for Pedestrian and Bicycle Path Projects

State Senator Li Arellano Jr. has announced nearly $3.34 million in funding for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure projects across the 37th Senate District, part of the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program. The Village of Walnut will receive $357,144 to create a new, continuous 10-foot-wide multi-use ...
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Illinois Officials Urge Water Safety as Child Drowning Deaths Rise

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is calling on parents and caregivers to keep a close watch on children near water this summer. Tragically, 19 children across Illinois have lost their lives to accidental drowning already in 2024, in locations ranging from ...
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Illinois Well Owners Urged to Test Water for Harmful PFAS Chemicals

Illinois health officials are urging residents with private wells near 57 affected community water systems to test for PFAS, a group of man-made chemicals. Elevated levels have been detected in these water supplies, prompting concern from the Illinois Department of Public Health. PFAS have ...
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Lawmakers Push for Rate Stabilization Illinois Electricity Bills Surge

Illinois residents could soon see higher electricity bills, with Ameren and ComEd customers both facing rate increases this summer. Ameren bills are expected to jump nearly $9 to about $46 a month, while ComEd bills could rise by more than $10 to $118.60 monthly. ...
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Illinois Passes Bill to Enhance Public Health Education and Awareness

Illinois lawmakers have unanimously approved a two-part measure aimed at boosting public health awareness. Sponsored by State Representative Dan Swanson, Senate Bill 1814 addresses the dangers of amniotic fluid embolisms during childbirth by requiring the Department of Public Health to provide more training and ...
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Illinois Black Bear Sightings Prompt Safety Guidance and Tracking Efforts

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is monitoring multiple reports of a black bear seen roaming St. Clair County this week. While bear sightings in Illinois are typically uncommon, officials say summer months can bring the animals across state lines in search of food ...
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Illinois Senators Urge Governor Pritzker to Reevaluate Cuts to Disability Support Services

A group of Illinois state senators is urging Governor JB Pritzker to rethink planned reductions to Direct Support Professional hours for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Lawmakers caution that cutting 900,000 care hours may wipe out more than 400 jobs and leave community-based ...
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Most Illinois communities still losing population

(The Center Square) – Illinois state Rep. Martin McLaughlin, R-Barrington Hills, is quick to point an accusatory finger when it comes to assessing blame for the state’s fast ...
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Illinois House Republicans Criticize Lack of Urgency in State Reforms Amid Record Budget Proposal

With the legislative session winding down, Illinois House Republican leaders are sounding the alarm over what they say is a lack of urgency and reform in Springfield. House GOP Leader Tony McCombie questioned the absence of discussion on structural reforms, especially with a proposed ...
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Illinois House Approves Stricter Estate Sale and Auction Regulations

State Representative Dan Swanson’s legislation aimed at tightening regulations on estate sales and auctions has passed the Illinois House with unanimous support. The measure clarifies the distinctions between estate sales and auctions, addressing concerns about individuals conducting unlicensed auctions under the pretense of estate ...
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