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Organizers are also emphasizing that the free store is open to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances. There is no requirement to demonstrate financial need, and families do not have to donate a costume to receive one. #halloween #costumes

Beginning Oct. 1, states will be responsible for 75% of the administrative cost of operating SNAP, up from the previous 50% share. Illinois budget officials estimate that change will cost the state approximately $80 million more each year. #snap #foodstamps

The party's campaign comes as Illinois voters prepare to select candidates in races for statewide and federal offices, along with contests farther down the ballot. Democratic candidates highlighted by the party include Gov. JB Pritzker, lieutenant governor candidate Christian Mitchell and U.S. Senate candidate Juliana Stratton. #democrats #election

The endorsement follows Bailey’s recent appearance at a Republican National Convention event in Dallas, where he was photographed in the “President’s Box” alongside other Republican officials and supporters. #donaldtrump #endorsement #darrenbailey

Pepin criticized Bailey for associating with Trump while raising concerns about the administration’s policies on tariffs, immigration enforcement and foreign affairs. She also argued that Bailey should address the effects of those policies on Illinois residents. #darrenbailey #democrats #trump

The party said nearly 100,000 Illinois residents lost or dropped their health insurance after enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits expired. Democrats also pointed to preliminary 2027 insurance filings showing proposed premium increases of at least 15% nationwide. #democrats #republicans #healthcare

According to Marter’s campaign, Piker recently told Fox News that he equates Israel’s right to exist with Nazi Germany. Marter said he believes comments targeting Jewish people or communities should be condemned regardless of their political source.#jimmarter #laurenunderwood #remarks

Under the law, new immigration detention centers will not be permitted within 1,500 feet of certain protected community locations, including daycare centers, parks, places of worship and residential areas. #law #immigration #restrictions

At the rally, Del Mar criticized Illinois' abortion policies and Gov. JB Pritzker, saying the governor was "willing to murder millions of babies." #abortion #gop #aarondelmar

Democratic Party of Illinois Chair Lisa Hernandez said the event represented a new effort by the party to engage directly with communities across the state. #dpi #babyshower #metroeast