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Over the past 15 years, the program has expanded to 38 cohorts and helped more than 700 veterans establish careers in the utility sector, according to the organizations involved. #veterans #umap

The officials said Bridgeport has served as the White Sox’s home and a center of support for the team for 116 years, with generations of residents attending games and spending money on tickets, merchandise and concessions. #whitesox #proposal

Illinois Gaming Board Administrator Marcus D. Fruchter said the changes are intended to reflect developments in gambling treatment and research while giving participants greater control over their recovery. #igb #videogaming

Auditioners will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. No previous theater experience is required, and the casting call is open to young performers of all backgrounds and abilities. #goodmantheatre #christmascarol #auditions

Inspector General David Glockner said the city provided half of the $100 million initially proposed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel, but the fund has been been effectively dormant since 2020. #fund #centersquare

Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins said the milestone reflects the organization's broader mission during its centennial celebration. #icebooy #production #theater

The nonpartisan government finance watchdog released three reports Wednesday examining the fiscal issues it says will shape CPS' financial future beyond this year's budget cycle. #cps #civicfederation #budget

Senate Bill 2918 updates the structure of existing parent-teacher advisory committees by clarifying their membership and establishing a more transparent process for selecting educators to serve on them. #williepreston #senatebill #teachers

"This bill is a great bipartisan step toward keeping the legal hemp industry alive," Katz said in a statement. "It enhances consumer and child safety while also protecting farmers, small businesses, employees, and preserving the long-term viability of the domestic hemp industry." #hemp #bill #congress

According to Degnen, documenting those costs now will position Cook County to seek reimbursement for taxpayer-funded expenses incurred during the immigration enforcement effort. #reimbursement #immigration #cookcounty