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“Our teachers are ready, our classrooms are ready, and the entire city is behind our scholars every step of the way.” #students

Environmental groups praised the measure, calling it one of the strongest actions yet in Illinois to address the chemicals, which are nearly impossible to break down in the environment. #chemicals

“Today marks a pivotal step towards bringing quality, affordable healthcare to all Illinoisans,” Pritzker said.  #healthcare

“Our goal is to make sure fairgoers can stay safe and comfortable while still enjoying everything the fair has to offer,” officials said in a statement. #temperature

Members of the Illinois Freedom Caucus said the hearing is overdue, pointing to months of warnings about looming energy price spikes and grid reliability issues. #energy

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 710 on Friday, a measure aimed at improving the state’s nuisance deer program and adjusting hunting tag rules. #deers

The fireside chat, set for Thursday, Aug. 21, from 8 to 9 p.m. at Preston Bradley Hall in the Chicago Cultural Center, will give audiences a close-up look at the Grammy-nominated musician, songwriter, and producer whose influence has spanned jazz, R&B, pop, and beyond. #music

“Harness racing is a crowd favorite at the Du Quoin State Fair,” said Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II. #racing

This year’s reassessment saw the total value of residential properties in the township climb more than 30% over 2024. Steele said the session aims to make the appeals process easier to navigate. #propertytaxes

The event begins at 2:30 p.m. and will feature free grocery giveaways provided by The Kindness Campaign, hot meals from Chicago’s Chicken and Waffles, and community support from Illinois House Majority Leader Kam Buckner. #anti-violence