Politics

Voters can apply or download a printable Vote By Mail application through the Will County Clerk's website at willcountyclerk.gov. #willcounty #vote #mail

It cited limited access to capital, lengthy permitting processes and other bureaucratic barriers as obstacles that prevent businesses from surviving or expanding. #alexigiannoulias #chicago

Under the program, savings can be reinvested into patient services, workforce development, expanded access to care and other programs addressing health disparities. #pritzker #health #drugpricing

At the rally, Del Mar criticized Illinois' abortion policies and Gov. JB Pritzker, saying the governor was "willing to murder millions of babies." #abortion #gop #aarondelmar

According to the party, 45% of parents nationwide expect to take on debt to pay for back-to-school purchases this year. The release also cites rising prices for breakfast foods and notes that gasoline in Illinois continues to average more than $4.33 per gallon. #school #taxrelief #democrats

"We had an opportunity to save America in 2008. Remember, remember Barack Obama. That was our chance to save America. We didn't get it then," Del Mar said during the rally. #aarondelmar #democrats #obama

"Sending the most powerful speaker of the House in the country to prison apparently was not enough of a wakeup call for Illinois Democrats who are continuing the same abuse of power that got Madigan into trouble in the first place." #democrats #ethics #freedomcaucus

The staffer, who once served as an intern in Welch’s office, told the paper she had several interactions with the speaker that made her “uncomfortable” after she left Benton’s staff. #staffer #chriswelch #capitolnewsillinois

Under the proposal, the community trust would help families secure legal representation, navigate immigration proceedings, cover emergency household expenses and connect with community resources during periods of detention or family separation. #ice #fund #ianwatkins

The Democratic Party of Illinois said the administration's decision to end the subsidies could result in millions of Americans paying hundreds of dollars more each year for prescription medications. #democrats #healthcare #trump