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John Heiderschedit, Criminal Defense Attorney; Subscription Lawyer; Chicago Lawyer

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Joyce Measure to Expand Mental Health Counseling to Coroners Passes Senate

“Coroners are critical in assisting law enforcement and our judicial system,” Joyce said. “By taking care of these employees we can prevent turnover and burnout.” #mentalhealth #senatebill #patrickjoyce

Preston Measure Expands Speech Therapy Coverage for Stuttering

The proposal would extend coverage to include rehabilitative services, which are often needed by individuals who develop or continue to experience speech challenges later in life. #measure #speech #coverage

Allstate Seeks Re-Annexation of Former Headquarters Site in South Barrington Amid Redevelopment Plans

The site sits just north of the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway and near the Arboretum of South Barrington shopping center, making it a prime location for commercial redevelopment. #southbarrington #allstate #development

Faith in Place Offers Up to $30k in Grants for Tree Planting, Workforce Projects Across Midwest

This round will distribute approximately $466,000 to between 16 and 20 projects focused on community-based environmental improvements and job training. #planting #faithinplace #grants

Illinois Housing Council Pushes to Extend, Expand Affordable Housing Tax Credit Amid Statewide Shortage

Housing advocates say a mix of rising construction costs, elevated interest rates and limited public funding has made it increasingly difficult to complete affordable housing developments—even when federal assistance is available. #housing #tax #

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

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