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The program began accepting applications this week from income-qualified residents who are 60 or older, living with a disability, or who have at least one child age 5 or younger. #energy

The 340B program requires drug manufacturers to provide outpatient drugs to eligible healthcare organizations at significantly reduced prices. #drugs

According to dispatch records obtained by Fox News, Chicago’s chief of patrol allegedly directed officers not to respond when Border Patrol and ICE agents were surrounded and rammed by demonstrators during an anti-ICE operation. #police

He also stressed the need for more resources for law enforcement so officers can work safely and effectively. #safety

“This budget, pushed through under Governor Pritzker’s leadership—or lack thereof—includes more than $800 million in new taxes that directly impact hardworking Illinoisans and small businesses, while neglecting to tackle the serious financial issues that continue to cripple our state,” Gartner said. #spending