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As part of the expansion, Mars Snacking will open a new North America regional office in the Fulton Market district with capacity for more than 1,000 employees. #jobs #marssnacking #headquarters

The funding supports two critical infrastructure efforts: the long-anticipated Red Line Extension (RLE) and the ongoing Red & Purple Modernization (RPM) project. #cta #funding #projects

That new funding would be distributed under a formula that sets an adequacy target for each institution and gives priority for new funding to those institutions furthest away from their target. #funding #bill #university

Pritzker noted that governors from both political parties have historically defended their authority over state National Guard units, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control to ensure readiness and respond to local needs. #tsa #trump #funding

The bill would require employers when conditions are hot to provide water colder than 61 degrees, paid rest breaks with access to shade, either schedule modifications or task rotation to limit exposure, and access to personal protective equipment. #bill #safety #temperature

The Sports Betting Alliance (SBA), a national trade group representing major online operators, attributed the decline to rising tax burdens and increased competition from neighboring states. #betting #sports

The announcement follows a successful 2025–26 season for the historic Chicago venue, which included the U.S. debut of Bernadette, The Musical and marked continued growth in original productions. #fall #theater #chicago

The plan also includes new financial tools, such as expanded down payment assistance programs for first-time homebuyers, along with additional support for affordable and middle-income housing construction. #housing #proposal #costs

Joyce’s proposal would eliminate that restriction, a move he says is necessary to reflect modern economic realities and inflation-driven increases in farmland and equipment values. #farmers #costs #patrickjoyce

On government reform, the caucus is backing legislation to require voter identification cards for individuals without acceptable photo ID, as well as a proposal aimed at increasing transparency in how taxpayer dollars are distributed to non-governmental organizations. #legislation #bills #politics