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Groups seeks probe into Illinois law requiring grades 3-12 mental health screenings

(The Center Square) - A law firm is urging a federal investigation into a new Illinois law, arguing that the act that requires mental health screenings for all school children grades 3-12 violates the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment, because it only includes communication ...
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WATCH: System for ballooning diversity program criticized; prisons wrestle mail scanning

(The Center Square) - In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Editor Greg Bishop talks live with The Center Square investigative reporter Jared Strong about his series of stories covering the cost, effectiveness and criticism of the state's diversity contracting ...
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Workers report benefits of mail scanning at Illinois prisons as state faces rules deadline

(The Center Square) - As Illinois prison workers testify about the benefits of electronic mail scanning, Illinois Department of Corrections officials say they are pushing to keep the practice from lapsing. ...
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WATCH: Illinois House rejects home insurance bill GOP says would raise rates

(The Center Square) - Illinois Republicans say a state Senate proposal to regulate homeowners insurance rates failed to address the reasons for higher premiums. House Bill 3799 would require ...
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WATCH: Illinois tax amnesty program closes Nov. 17, brings in $82.5 million

(The Center Square) – The Illinois Department of Revenue is confident it willl meet, if not exceed, its goal of bringing in $240 million in delinquent payments over the next two weeks during the 2025 tax amnesty program. ...
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WATCH: Family, friends remember Bailey family at celebration of life

(The Center Square) – Loved ones have paid their respects to members of gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey’s family at a celebration of life in southern Illinois. Darren’s son Zachary ...
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Illinois Celebrates Adoption Awareness Month as Thousands of Children Find Permanent Homes

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services are shining a spotlight on Adoption Awareness Month. Over the past ten years, more than 20,000 children have found permanent homes across Illinois. This month and next, families statewide will participate in ...
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Illinois quick hits: Pritzker uses expletive with teachers union; Paprocki reacts to assisted suicide bill

Pritzker uses expletive with teachers union Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s use of an expletive telling President Donald Trump and his supporters what they can do has drawn mixed reactions. ...
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Illinois Launches Free Phone Minutes Pilot Program to Help Incarcerated Individuals Stay Connected

Illinois corrections officials are rolling out a new pilot program providing 775 free domestic phone minutes each month to individuals in custody. Set to run statewide through June 2026, this initiative is designed to strengthen family ties and support emotional well-being among the incarcerated ...
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Illinois Drivers Urged to Stay Alert for Increased Deer Activity During Fall Mating Season

As autumn colors sweep across Illinois and days grow shorter, state officials are renewing warnings about increased deer activity on the roads. The Illinois Department of Transportation and Department of Natural Resources have highlighted that deer-vehicle collisions peak during the fall mating season, particularly ...
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Congressman Eric Sorensen Urges End to US China Trade War as Exports Plunge and Bankruptcy Fears Rise

The ongoing trade dispute between the U.S. and China is hitting Illinois farmers hard. Congressman Eric Sorensen is leading a call to President Trump, urging him to resolve the trade war immediately. With President Trump and China’s President Xi preparing for critical talks this ...
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Illinois Launches $50 Million Loan Program to Aid Federal Workers During Shutdown

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has announced a $50 million initiative to support federal employees impacted by the ongoing government shutdown. The funds will provide zero-interest and low-interest loans through a network of participating banks and credit unions across the state. It's estimated that ...
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