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The Lake Michigan School Food System Innovation Hub is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service through the Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative. The program supports projects across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin that connect schools with local food suppliers and agricultural producers. #food #grants #schools

The enforcement campaign combined the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" and "Click It or Ticket" initiatives, with deputies conducting high-visibility patrols throughout the Fourth of July holiday period. #dupagecounty #july4th #campaign

Sheriff James Mendrick said the campaign comes as law enforcement continues to see an increase in dangerous driving behaviors. #dupagecounty #speeding #campaign

“I’m going to estimate around 85% of them come from Illinois, since we’re so close to Illinois. We’re right on the border there,” Delimat told The Center Square. #centersquare #fireworks #independence

For nearly four decades, GhanaFest has drawn thousands of attendees to experience authentic Ghanaian cuisine, live entertainment, cultural exhibits, artisan vendors, African fashion, handcrafted goods and family-friendly activities. #ghanafest #chicago #african

The speakers argued that changes to federal food assistance have reduced benefits for hundreds of thousands of Illinois residents while placing additional financial strain on independent grocers that rely on SNAP purchases. #forestpark #snap #democrats

Cook County’s minimum wage increased from $15 to $15.40 on Wednesday, and the tipped minimum rose from $9 to $9.25. #minimumwages #centersquare #workers

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