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Lawmaker says Pritzker reacted too quickly to Grant Park cross burning

"Let me be clear that hate has no home here in Illinois," Pritzker wrote. "This symbol has one purpose: to stir up intimidation and terror. We will not be silent — those responsible must be held accountable." #jbpritzker #grantpark #centersquare

Brave Space Alliance Launches ‘Embodied’ Juneteenth and Pride Celebration Highlighting Black Trans Artistry

The inaugural event featured a diverse lineup of artists, including Nikki Patin, BSA’s recently announced chief executive officer. Patin is known for performances on HBO’s Def Poetry Jam and for her memoir Working on Me, which received a Pushcart Prize nomination. #bravespace #juneteenth #pride

‘No one can credibly investigate themselves’: Now-cleared ‘Broadview Six’ protesters request special prosecutor

If the request is granted, it would be yet another extraordinary move in a case that has been full of remarkable twists, especially in the lead-up to its implosion just before it was set to go to trial last month, and the last few weeks of aftermath. #protest #broadbview #capitolnewsillinois

Friends of the Forest Preserves to Host Summer Solstice Celebration at Beaubien Woods

Organizers say the gathering will provide an opportunity for residents to celebrate both the Summer Solstice and Father's Day through outdoor activities focused on reflection, restoration and community engagement. #forestpreserve #summersolstice

Illinois Gaming Board Extends Chicago and Waukegan Temporary Casino Operations

Under the approval, Bally’s Chicago Operating Company will be permitted to continue operating its temporary casino location for an additional 12 months, extending operations from Sept. 6, 2026, through Sept. 9, 2027. #casino #illinoisgamingboard

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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

Lawmaker says Pritzker reacted too quickly to Grant Park cross burning

"Let me be clear that hate has no home here in Illinois," Pritzker wrote. "This symbol has one purpose: to stir up intimidation and terror. We will not be silent — those responsible must be held accountable." #jbpritzker #grantpark #centersquare

Illinois congressmen worry as DHS Secretary seeks to ‘protect election integrity’

“We're going to make sure that our constitution is upheld, meaning that only citizens of the United States are voting. That's the most important thing we can do to protect the integrity of our election,” Mullin said. #election #dhs #centersquare

Brave Space Alliance Launches ‘Embodied’ Juneteenth and Pride Celebration Highlighting Black Trans Artistry

The inaugural event featured a diverse lineup of artists, including Nikki Patin, BSA’s recently announced chief executive officer. Patin is known for performances on HBO’s Def Poetry Jam and for her memoir Working on Me, which received a Pushcart Prize nomination. #bravespace #juneteenth #pride

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