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“I’m going to estimate around 85% of them come from Illinois, since we’re so close to Illinois. We’re right on the border there,” Delimat told The Center Square. #centersquare #fireworks #independence

Federal investigators allege the killing was carried out to elevate the suspects' standing within the Milwaukee Kings street gang. #fbi #wanted #reward

In a letter addressed to Welch and his House colleagues, the Plainfield Democrat said his resignation was effective at 4:59 p.m. Friday and that he also intends to withdraw his name as the Democratic nominee of the 97th House District in the upcoming election. #resignation #ballot #invstigation

“The rights of people to go to a 4th of July parade and be safe, and not have 48 people shot with more than 60 bullets per second, issued by a weapon that shouldn't be available to the public,” Pritzker said. #stateban #weapons #jbpritzker

For nearly four decades, GhanaFest has drawn thousands of attendees to experience authentic Ghanaian cuisine, live entertainment, cultural exhibits, artisan vendors, African fashion, handcrafted goods and family-friendly activities. #ghanafest #chicago #african

The speakers argued that changes to federal food assistance have reduced benefits for hundreds of thousands of Illinois residents while placing additional financial strain on independent grocers that rely on SNAP purchases. #forestpark #snap #democrats

Cook County’s minimum wage increased from $15 to $15.40 on Wednesday, and the tipped minimum rose from $9 to $9.25. #minimumwages #centersquare #workers

Gov. Pritzker also criticized the federal legislation, saying it reduced support for low-income Americans while providing tax benefits to higher-income individuals. #budget #democrats #policies

This year's event is presented by title sponsors Hutchison, Anders & Hickey and Andrew Leoni, CFP®, of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, whose support will help fund the Crisis Center's programs and services. #golf #charity #crisiscenter

“The end of birthright citizenship would have undermined the Constitution, left pregnant women with stateless children, and uprooted entire communities,” Hernandez said. #citizenshiip #supremecourt #democratic