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Bally’s Urges Chicago City Council to Reconsider Video Gambling Terminal Expansion

In a statement, Bally’s Corporation Senior Vice President for Corporate Development Christopher Jewett said the expansion of video gambling terminals represents a significant threat to the city’s long-term financial interests and violates commitments made under the company’s host community agreement with Chicago. #bally's #council #expansion

Libertyville Chiropractor Convicted of Healthcare Fraud Scheme Involving More Than $600,000 in False Insurance Claims

According to evidence presented at trial, some claims involved services allegedly provided on dates when either Lim or the patient was not in Illinois. Other claims sought reimbursement for treatments purportedly performed by another chiropractor in Lim’s practice on Lim and members of his family, despite those services never taking place. #fraud #libertyville #conviction

Illinois Extends and Expands Affordable Housing Tax Credit in FY2027 Budget

Housing advocates say the move represents one of the state’s most significant affordable housing investments in recent years and will help support the development and preservation of affordable homes across Illinois. #budget #affordablehousing #taxcredit

Cook County Sheriff’s Office Launches Blue Envelope Program to Support Neurodivergent Residents

The program requires no registration, application, or personal information. Residents simply visit a participating location, pick up a Blue Envelope and accompanying materials, and keep them in their vehicle or personal belongings. #blueenvelope #cookcounty #neurodivergent

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

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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

Bally’s Urges Chicago City Council to Reconsider Video Gambling Terminal Expansion

In a statement, Bally’s Corporation Senior Vice President for Corporate Development Christopher Jewett said the expansion of video gambling terminals represents a significant threat to the city’s long-term financial interests and violates commitments made under the company’s host community agreement with Chicago. #bally's #council #expansion

Illinois Democrats Mark Four Years Since Dobbs Decision, Criticize Republican Abortion Policies

In a statement released Wednesday, Democratic Party of Illinois Chair Lisa Hernandez said Illinois has emerged as a safeguard for reproductive health care since the 2022 ruling eliminated federal constitutional protections for abortion. #democrats #republicans #abortion

Op-Ed: An Open Letter to Governor Pritzker: Sign HB 4844 and Strengthen Access to Justice for All Illinoisans

At its core, this bill is about fairness, civic participation, and ensuring equal access to justice. #letter #jbpritzker #housebill

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