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Cook County’s minimum wage increased from $15 to $15.40 on Wednesday, and the tipped minimum rose from $9 to $9.25. #minimumwages #centersquare #workers

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Minimum wages rise in Chicago, Cook County

Cook County’s minimum wage increased from $15 to $15.40 on Wednesday, and the tipped minimum rose from $9 to $9.25. #minimumwages #centersquare #workers

Juliana Stratton Campaign Reports More Than $2 Million Raised for General Election

“The grassroots coalition that powered Juliana’s victory in March is building the momentum to take her over the finish line in November,” said Allison Janowski, communications director for Juliana for Illinois. #julianastratton #generalelection #fundraising

Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon Applauds Supreme Court Decision Upholding Illinois Mail Ballot Law

"Today's U.S. Supreme Court decision affirms what Illinois has long understood: when voters cast their ballots on time and follow the rules, their voices deserve to be heard," Gordon said. #supremecourt #monicagordon #mailballot

Rainbow PUSH Coalition Mourns the Passing of Mother Khadijah Farrakhan

The coalition said it shares in the family's loss and reflected on Mother Khadijah Farrakhan's longstanding contributions to faith, family and public service. #rainbowpush #passing #khadijahfarrakhan

Prediction market Kalshi sues Illinois over its push to regulate sports bets

Illinois classifies Kalshi and other prediction markets as unlicensed sports wagering operators offering the same bets as sportsbooks like DraftKings and FanDuel, but without paying taxes or adhering to reporting standards. #capitolnewsillinois #kalshi #sportsbet

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Joliet Junior College is Not Meeting Minority Participation Goals, Illinois House to Hold Subject Matter Hearing

Most are reporting less than 5% minority spend. #college #university #contracting

Illinois Democrats Mark One Year Since Federal Budget Law, Criticize Republican Policies

Gov. Pritzker also criticized the federal legislation, saying it reduced support for low-income Americans while providing tax benefits to higher-income individuals. #budget #democrats #policies

Juliana Stratton Campaign Reports More Than $2 Million Raised for General Election

“The grassroots coalition that powered Juliana’s victory in March is building the momentum to take her over the finish line in November,” said Allison Janowski, communications director for Juliana for Illinois. #julianastratton #generalelection #fundraising

Crisis Center for South Suburbia to Host 33rd Annual Dianne Masters Cup Charity Golf Outing

This year's event is presented by title sponsors Hutchison, Anders & Hickey and Andrew Leoni, CFP®, of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, whose support will help fund the Crisis Center's programs and services. #golf #charity #crisiscenter

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