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Illinois to regulate intoxicating hemp products, loosen up on cannabis

She told fellow lawmakers on the Senate floor that the act will effectively tighten up who can sell hemp-derived intoxicating products, effectively pushing them under the same umbrella as cannabis because they contain THC, a psychoactive ingredient in both types of products. #hemp #centersquare

Olive-Harvey College Expands Forklift Training to South Chicago, Launches First Credit Course at Satellite Campus

The inaugural class includes dual-credit students from George Washington High School, allowing participants to earn both high school and college credit while gaining industry-recognized forklift certification. #forklift #chicago #olive-harvey

New Illinois NICU Leave Law Takes Effect, Providing Job Protections for Parents

Employers are prohibited from requiring workers to use accrued paid leave in place of NICU leave, although employees may voluntarily choose to use paid time off during their absence. #nicu #jobs #law

Illinois State Parks to Celebrate National Trails Day with Hikes Across the State

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Illinois State Parks to Celebrate National Trails Day with Hikes Across the State (Springfield, IL) - Outdoor enthusiasts are being encouraged to hit the...

IARF Praises FY 2027 Illinois Budget for Investing in Disability Services and Workforce Support

IARF Praises FY 2027 Illinois Budget for Investing in Disability Services and Workforce Support (Springfield, IL) - The Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (IARF)...

Preston-Led Bill Aims to Strengthen Online Safety Protections for Children

House Bill 5511 would establish the Children’s Online Safety Act, creating an age assurance system intended to help online platforms determine whether users are minors while minimizing the amount of personal information shared during the verification process. #williepreston #online #housebill

Op-Ed: Forging Strategic Partnerships and Building Success

Legal issues can be stressful and so it is imperative to have a firm that not only understands the law but understands what the client is facing. This is where Vasselli Law, founded by James Vasselli, excels. #jamesvasselli #law #oped

Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon to Participate in Chicago Urban League Policy Summit Town Hall

Organizers say the discussion will center on the continued importance of the Voting Rights Act, the role elections play in shaping public policy, and the need for year-round civic engagement beyond Election Day. #townhall #monicagordon #democracy

Illinois lawmaker calls for Aurora mayor’s resignation over alleged ICE ‘doxxing’

The post claimed the mayor was “actively protecting foreign murderers, rapists, and pedophiles” and demanded his resignation. #aurora #ice #thecentersqaure

Circle Bowling Lanes to Celebrate 85 Years in Forest Park With Charity Fundraiser

Circle Bowling Lanes to Celebrate 85 Years in Forest Park With Charity Fundraiser (Forest Park, IL) - A longtime Forest Park institution is celebrating...

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