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‘Legal minefield:’ Biometrics reforms needed to keep IL tech biz growing

For the past year, business leaders, attorneys and others in Illinois and beyond have watched to see how the courts and the state's influential collective of trial lawyers would respond to the decision by the state's Democratic legislative supermajority to at least appear to ...
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Chicago transit violent crime at 7 year high, funding concerns persist

(The Center Square) – With federal authorities now threatening to cut Chicago Transit Authority funding due to rising violence across the system, Illinois state Rep. La Shawn Ford worries actions being taken by the federal government could put vulnerable riders even more at risk. ...
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Illinois Expands Childhood Lead Testing as New Standards Reveal More Cases

The Illinois Department of Public Health is intensifying its efforts against lead poisoning by expanding screening for childhood lead exposure. New, tougher standards have resulted in a surge—56 percent more cases now require intervention. Officials say most lead exposure occurs in older housing or ...
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Illinois Declared Free of H5N1 Bird Flu in Dairy Cattle as Vigilance Continues

Illinois has been declared free of H5N1 avian influenza in dairy cattle by the United States Department of Agriculture. This achievement comes after collaboration between state agencies, local farms, and agricultural organizations to protect the state’s vital dairy supply. While the threat to dairy ...
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Illinois Seniors Can Get Free Help Choosing the Best Medicare Plan During Open Enrollment

Illinois residents on Medicare are being encouraged to take advantage of free assistance as Open Enrollment gets underway. The Illinois Department on Aging’s Senior Health Insurance Program offers impartial counseling, both in person and online, to help people compare and review their Medicare options. ...
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Illinois Deer Hunters to Receive Automated Test Results for Chronic Wasting Disease

Deer hunters in Illinois will see changes next season as the Department of Natural Resources rolls out an automated notification system for chronic wasting disease test results. Beginning with the 2025-2026 season, hunters who submit contact information will get updates via text and email, ...
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Illinois asks Supreme Court not to give Trump authority over National Guard

(The Center Square) – The state of Illinois asked the U.S. Supreme Court not to hear President Donald Trump's request to deploy the National Guard to Chicago amid a disagreement about plans for immigration enforcement in the state's most populous city. ...
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Illinois quick hits: Filings made to SCOTUS in National Guard case; Chicago sued DHS

Filings made to SCOTUS in National Guard case Illinois asked the Supreme Court not to hear President Donald Trump's request to deploy the National Guard to Chicago amid a ...
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IL State rep: Grants are paying off in effort to combat auto thefts, carjackings

(The Center Square) – A bipartisan group of elected officials are applauding a new round of state grants to help police crack down on auto thefts and carjackings. Illinois ...
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WATCH: Pritzker not confident Trump can solve soybean trade deal with China

(The Center Square) – With shipments of soybeans last month to China dropping to zero for the first time since November 2018, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is sounding the alarm. ...
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Illinois Urges Insurance Relief for Policyholders Affected by Federal Shutdown

The Illinois Department of Insurance is calling on insurance providers to offer relief to policyholders impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown. Regulators are encouraging companies to postpone policy cancellations for customers who miss premium payments due to financial strain. In addition, the department ...
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Nominations Open for 2025 John Lewis Youth Leadership Award in Illinois

Young Illinois leaders making a difference in their communities are now eligible for the 2025 John Lewis Youth Leadership Award. The Secretary of State’s office invites nominations for Illinois residents between 18 and 25 who have shown outstanding civic engagement and advocacy for civil ...
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