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Patients at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Welcome Back Buddy with Open Arms

Silence DoGood - March 17, 2023

“The effects of pet therapy are palpable. Visits by certified animals can help reduce anxiety and stress, as well as relieve feelings of homesickness for patients who miss their own animals." #northwesternmedicine

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Chicago Man Charged with Promoting Prostitution While on Probation

Silence DoGood - March 16, 2023

He was on federal probation for a 2020 unlawful transportation of firearms conviction. #crime

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Crisis Center Classic Golf Outing Returns to Prestwick

Silence DoGood - March 15, 2023

The Crisis Center has impacted the lives of more than 70,000 people since it was founded over 43 years ago. #crisiscenter

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Rep. Haas Resolution to Honor Fallen Bradley Police Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic Passes House Transportation Committee

John Heiderschedit, Criminal Defense Attorney; Subscription Lawyer; Chicago Lawyer

Silence DoGood - March 15, 2023

Sergeant Rittmanic was killed in the line of duty on December 30th, 2021 after investigating a noise complaint at a Bourbonnais hotel with another officer. #jackiehaas

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Joyce Encourages Job Seekers to Apply for Seasonal Conservation Work

Silence DoGood - March 14, 2023

Kankakee River State Park is surrounded by both sides of the Kankakee River that sits six miles northwest of Kankakee, consisting of approximately 4,000 acres. #kankakeeriver

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Simon Wiesenthal Center, IARSS Partner to Promote Intolerance Education through Essay Contest

Silence DoGood - March 13, 2023

The two sponsoring organizations say the contest is another important way to remind Illinoisans of the dangers of complacency toward very real threats online. #iarss

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Illinois Bankers Association says Illinois Banks Insulated from Collapse in Other States

Silence DoGood - March 13, 2023

Illinois banks and thrifts are strong, Jackson insisted, and they are insulated from bank failures in other states. #banking

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Rep. Haas Honors Vaughn’s Kitchen for March Local Business Spotlight

Silence DoGood - March 13, 2023

Vaughn went on to open a restaurant in the Northfield Square Mall in Bradley, then expanded to a larger location in Bourbonnais. #rephaas

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As Illinois Gaming Hits Highs, So Has Gambling Debt

Silence DoGood - March 12, 2023

Just like problem drinking, problem gambling is an addiction that can take over a person’s life... #gambling