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Rep. Sheehan Praises Trump Executive Order Targeting Cashless Bail

Illinois became the first state in the nation to eliminate cash bail under the SAFE-T Act, a move Sheehan has consistently opposed. #bail

New Illinois Law Ends Fees for Removing Racist Language from Property Records

House Bill 1575, backed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, amends the Illinois Counties Code to eliminate fees for filing modifications to strike unlawful racially restrictive covenants. #racist

Chicagoland Black Chamber of Commerce Opposes Proposed Natural Gas Ban in New Construction

“The goal of a cleaner Chicago is one we all share,” Darden said. “But it should not come at the expense of affordability, reliability, and the survival of small businesses in our communities.” #naturalgas

Gov. Pritzker Declares Disaster After Severe Storms and Flooding in Three Illinois Counties

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The declaration, announced Friday, allows the state to mobilize additional resources to support local governments and residents during recovery efforts. #disaster

Treasurer Frerichs Returns Lost Purple Heart, Bronze Star to Family of Late Chicago Soldier

The medals belonged to Army Pvt. Stephen J. Grabowski, a Chicago native who was wounded in combat during the final days of the war in Italy. #medals

DuPage Groups to Host Early Childhood Mental Health Symposium

The gathering aims to highlight local needs and resources for children from birth to age five and their families. #mentalhealth

New Illinois Law Strengthens Missing Persons Investigations

The measure eliminates waiting periods for filing missing persons reports and requires police to immediately enter cases into the state’s Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS). #missingpersons

Governor Signs Law Expanding Poultry Processing Access for Illinois Farmers

“It gives small farmers the tools they need to succeed while respecting food safety and community traditions.” #farmers

Illinois Freedom Caucus Blasts Senate Energy Hearing on Rising Utility Bills

Lawmakers with the caucus blamed rising utility costs on state policies they say have reduced energy supply while demand continues to climb. #hearing

Letter to Editor: Clerk Monica Gordon

For decades, the Voting Rights Act has guided election authorities like the Cook County Clerk’s Office in our ongoing mission to protect and expand access to the ballot. #voting

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