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Beginning at the start of service on Tuesday September 3, the extension will reach an additional 21,000 residents and 15,000 jobs (within ½ mile) as compared to the current routing. #extenstion

There were six deaths from WNV confirmed in the state in 2023 and an additional 119 non-fatal cases reported (although human cases are underreported). #virus

“The first day of school is a wonderful time for students to reconnect with teachers and friends and explore the possibilities of the year ahead,” said Board President Shi. #school

“Supply chain disruptions, energy prices and labor market issues, which could be anything from increased wages that are pushing up production, which is always a key to contributing to high consumer prices,” Lupo said. #inflation

According to the Attorney General’s office, from January to November 2023 the men worked together to steal over $100,000 from video gaming machines in Cook, the Collar and Central Illinois counties. #burglary

“With this latest change, we’ve improved service on 59 bus routes this year—bringing our bus system back to 98% of pre-pandemic scheduled service levels,” said CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr. #cta

“The Safe2Help initiative reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of safety and vigilance across the state, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive in a secure environment. Safe2HelpIL is an essential tool in our ongoing efforts to protect and support the wellbeing of Illinois students and communities.,” said Homeland Security Advisor to Governor JB Pritzker and IEMA-OHS Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau. #drills

Investigators say one officer and one K-9, both from the Alton Police Department, were shot amid gunfire. #policedog

The five facilities listed below were cited with type “AA” violations of the Nursing Home Care Act during the second quarter of 2024, the most severe type of violation. #violation

Cook County Board of Review Commissioner George Cardenas (BOR-1) has hosted multiple property tax appeal workshops to help taxpayers navigate the appeal process and potentially lower their property tax bills, including an event hosted in Riverside Township featuring Riverside Township Assessor Frances Sitkiewicz on August 8th. #submit