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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
The funding is part of more than $27 million awarded statewide by the Illinois Secretary of State through the Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants, Security and Construction Grants, and School Library Grants programs. #libraries #patrickjoyce #funding
"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
“The number one issue worrying my neighbors in Central and Northwestern Illinois is affordability,” Sorensen said in a news release. “My bipartisan legislation will help make it a permanent lifeline for those who need a helping hand.” #centersquare #water #bill
"Too many young people who stutter face barriers to getting the care they need," said Preston, D-Chicago. "This law helps remove those barriers and ensures more families can access critical treatment and support services." #therapy #speech #law
The legislation was prompted by an investigation into Crown Cremations and Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights. In February 2025, a whistleblower provided photos and information describing conditions at the facility, leading the comptroller's office to discover that more than 100 bodies had been improperly stored. #cremations #chicagoheights #legislation
According to the organization, the latest reports focus on progress made in response to those findings and document changes in early childhood and behavioral health services throughout Illinois. #birthtofive #earlychildhood #progress
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
The revenue package signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker last week includes a 0.2% tax on the value of digital assets held or transacted by Illinois residents. #housebill #digitalasset #centersquare