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Illinois bill would mandate infant allergy coverage, with unclear cost impact

Hills said the measure is designed to eliminate upfront costs for families and encourage early intervention, which some studies suggest can lower the risk of developing lifelong food allergies. #bill #allergy #coverage

Illinois Reports Record $1.62 Billion in Diverse Vendor Spending for FY2025

The report evaluates participation across state agencies, boards, commissions, and public universities subject to the BEP Act. #spending #diverse

Illinois Awards $325K for Public Art Projects Ahead of America 250 Celebration

Projects include murals, community-centered artworks, and cultural storytelling initiatives designed to engage residents and visitors alike. #art #projects #grants

CPS Board President Candidate Backs Decision to Keep May 1 as School Day

The decision comes as some have called for schools to close in recognition of May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, a date historically associated with labor rights demonstrations and events, particularly in Chicago. #cps #school

Illinois House Passes Bill Targeting ‘Backdoor’ Police Quotas

The measure would explicitly ban the use of those metrics as a substitute for quotas and prohibit municipalities from comparing officers based on citation counts. #bill #police

Lawmaker pushes sales tax pause on gas as questions cloud ‘fragile’ ceasefire

“We impose a motor fuel tax across the state that was adjusted six years ago, seven years ago now, in 2019, but then we impose a sales tax on top of that motor fuel tax,” Spain said. #tax #gas

Chicago office vacancy rates worsen, card swipe numbers offer hope

Glennon said modern buildings with amenities are holding up well, but older, Class B buildings are selling space for 10 or 20 cents on the dollar. #office #chicago #rates

Cook County Clerk, White Sox Partner to Offer Free Game Tickets for Veterans

“This partnership is about more than a day at the ballpark — it’s about recognizing the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have given so much for our communities and our country,” Gordon said. #whitesox #tickets #veterans

Chicago Public Schools Opens Applications for Free Preschool Programs

CPS Interim CEO and Superintendent Dr. Macquline King emphasized the importance of early education in shaping long-term student success. #applications #preschools #chicago

Jessica Biggs Launches Campaign for Chicago Public Schools Board President

Jackson praised Biggs’ leadership and commitment to equity. “She is the leader who can bring us together,” Jackson said, citing Biggs’ work in education and community advocacy. #cps #campaign

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