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"Democrats keep claiming to care about working people, but if you look at this budget, it’s clear they are completely out of touch with the middle and working class" Rep. Sheehan said. #taxes

Dr. Jiles is one of 18 leaders announced as part of the fellowship’s 10th cohort. These fellows lead programs that serve 11 U.S. states and a wide range of geographic and institutional contexts from coast to coast. #fellowship

It would prohibit schools from denying any child access to a free public education based on their actual or perceived immigration status, or that of their parents. #rights

Illinois Policy Institute Director of Fiscal and Economic Research Bryce Hill said Chicago residents everywhere are paying the price for the city’s rising rental apartment prices. #renting

"Citizen Action is a critical ally in our fight against a bloated bureaucracy, cruel administration and a regressive and extremist national agenda. We must continue to work together in the future to safeguard Illinoisans." 

No human cases of WNV have been reported in Illinois so far this year, but in 2024, there were 69 confirmed human cases of WNV including 13 deaths, the highest number since 17 WNV-related human deaths were recorded in 2018. #mosquitos

Attendees will receive groceries and clothing and have opportunities to take advantage of healthcare and workforce development resources. #homeless

The Illinois Constitution requires every bill to be read on three separate days in each chamber, a safeguard designed to ensure transparency, prevent abuse, and protect the taxpayers. #hearing

The Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade begins at 7 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. with a complimentary community breakfast at the Grace Memorial Baptist Church, 1457 S. Kenneth Avenue, complete with a celebrity chef. #parade

“There is a national teacher shortage and, as an innovative and high achieving public school district, we are not going to sit idly and wait for qualified educators to find their way to us,” said CPS’ Chief Talent Officer Ben Felton. #teachers