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“Welcoming the new year by celebrating love is one of the most special traditions of this office, and it’s an honor to continue it with Cook County’s first marriage of 2026,” Gordon said in a statement. #marriage #cookcounty

Vasselli notes that many legal engagements begin with a deep dive into statutes and case law. While that foundation is necessary, he believes it is rarely sufficient. #municipal #law

Of the pregnancy-related deaths that occurred in 2021 and 2022, the committees found 91% could have been prevented. #pregnancy #health

State officials said the investment will help modernize rural healthcare delivery, expand telehealth and mobile services, and address workforce shortages in underserved areas. #healthcare #funding

“We both realized that the president’s order was a slap in the face to public servants who deserve to have their voices heard. It cut right at the fundamental right for workers to organize for fair wages and safe working conditions.” #vote #senate #workers

Before the board voted, Chicago Public Schools Acting Chief Financial Officer Wally Stock said CPS ended fiscal year 2025 with a negative cash flow of $339 million, or $485 million worse than fiscal year 2024. #taxes #cps

“These improvements are strengthening the Clerk’s Office today and laying the foundation for better service for years to come.” #cookcounty #elections

State officials say the data will help public health agencies identify overdose spikes in real time, allowing for quicker intervention and more effective deployment of resources. #health #laws

The Supreme Court last week blocked Trump from sending federalized National Guard troops to Illinois, which Pritzker called a check on executive overreach.  #supremecourt #ruling #nationalguard

The company alleges that the city overstated the level of danger to justify the emergency shutdown and bypass normal enforcement procedures. #lawsuit #closure