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CPS says both educators participated in district talent pipeline programs designed to help support employees moving into teaching positions. #cps #specialeducation

GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey, who trails far behind Pritzker in fundraising, said Thursday Pritzker’s billionaire status can only help him so much. #centersquare #statefair #finance

The funding is part of more than $28 million in grants awarded through the Illinois Secretary of State to support libraries and literacy programs throughout the state. #funding #williepreston #literacy

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is donating approximately 14,000 pounds of food for the effort. Organizers say the distribution is intended to help households dealing with the financial and personal impact of storm damage. #food #tornado #suburbans

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

Corbett said he supports maintaining and modernizing Illinois roads and bridges but questioned whether the scale and timing of the toll increases are justified. #tollway #collincorbett

Bradley began advocating on Maxson’s behalf years before his release. Under a Feb. 8, 2013, “Urban Translator Agreement,” Bradley agreed to serve as a media, community and political liaison in efforts to help Maxson secure his freedom and pursue justice. #compensation #markmaxson #wallacegatorbradley

Under the new law, the OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois decal will cost $25. For an initial purchase, $10 will go to the OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois Fund, while $15 will be deposited into the Secretary of State Special License Plate Fund. #bill #childrenshospital #fund

“I know firsthand how frightening and disruptive severe weather can be when homes are damaged, power is lost, and families are left wondering how they will begin to recover,” Gordon said. #cookcounty #storms #monicagordon

Under the law, new immigration detention centers will not be permitted within 1,500 feet of certain protected community locations, including daycare centers, parks, places of worship and residential areas. #law #immigration #restrictions