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Over the past 15 years, the program has expanded to 38 cohorts and helped more than 700 veterans establish careers in the utility sector, according to the organizations involved. #veterans #umap

Pepin criticized Bailey for associating with Trump while raising concerns about the administration’s policies on tariffs, immigration enforcement and foreign affairs. She also argued that Bailey should address the effects of those policies on Illinois residents. #darrenbailey #democrats #trump

The group says illegal operators can leave bettors without protections available through licensed sportsbooks, including age verification, responsible-gambling resources and avenues for resolving disputes. #betting #sports #nfl

The endorsements add to a coalition that includes the SEIU Illinois State Council, several Chicago alderpersons, members of the Chicago Board of Education, state lawmakers, a Cook County commissioner, clergy and former Chicago Public Schools officials. #endorsement #cps

The officials said Bridgeport has served as the White Sox’s home and a center of support for the team for 116 years, with generations of residents attending games and spending money on tickets, merchandise and concessions. #whitesox #proposal

Wilson used the event to emphasize his message of citywide representation, saying his campaign is focused on reaching residents across Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods rather than relying on a single constituency. #williewilson #chicagomayor #endorsement

Illinois Gaming Board Administrator Marcus D. Fruchter said the changes are intended to reflect developments in gambling treatment and research while giving participants greater control over their recovery. #igb #videogaming

Medical school graduates can begin applying for the family medicine residency through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) on Sept. 2. The internal medicine program is expected to begin accepting ERAS applications in late September.#uchicago #residency #health

Bryan Riley, director of the National Taxpayers Union’s Free Trade Initiative, said tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump cost about $3,300 per household in Illinois, even though families may not be paying that much directly. #centersquare #tariffs

This year’s theme, “Crowning the Heritage,” celebrates the artistic, cultural and spiritual traditions connecting people of African descent across the globe. #festival #african #laborday