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“Illinois farmers, who are experiencing substantial crop damage and lower yields, need a better way to manage deer populations on their farms,” said Joyce (D-Essex). #deer
“Our officers put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe, yet bad policies continue to put them at greater risk,” said Rep. Sheehan. #memorial
“The administration practiced jack booted, ham handed, procedures to arrest Judge Dugan at the courthouse. Reminiscent of King George, Hitler and Mussolini,” Knecht wrote. #reminiscent
Founded in 2015 by Rachael and Chris Jones, Locavore Farm has become a nationally recognized hub for agrarian culture, located just 43 miles south of Chicago. #farming
I support the Patient Access to Pharmacy Protection Act under Senate Bill 2385, which defends access to affordable prescription drugs for Illinois' most vulnerable patients. #oped
State Rep. La Shawn Ford, D-Chicago, introduced a bill that would give law enforcement the power to remove trespassers from properties where the owner is able to establish legal ownership. #homes
The checkpoint, in partnership with the Morton Grove Police Department, is scheduled for the evening of May 9 near Harlem Avenue and Dempster Street. #checkpoint
Raised in a family deeply rooted in public service, Morris was inspired by her grandmother’s guiding words to "leave things better than the way you found them." #school
Freedom Reads also facilitated book discussions, voting, and author events for the second annual Inside Literary Prize at Decatur and Western Correctional Centers. #library