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Business

Illinois’ $55.2B budget ‘incomplete,’ Civic Federation president says

Ben Szalinski | Capitol News Illinois - June 8, 2025

“It does not add in any meaningful way to discuss any structural issues the state has. It’s a maintenance budget.” #budgeting

Health

Illinois General Assembly passes bills aimed at helping mothers

Jade Aubrey | Capitol News Illinois - May 25, 2025

The bill only applies to certified nurse midwives, who must be a licensed advanced practice registered nurse, or APRN, and have at least a graduate degree in midwifery. #mothers

Community

Task force recommends tornado shelters in warehouse following deadly 2021 storm

Silence DoGood - January 5, 2025

The incident raised questions about the safety of warehouses in severe weather, including if warehouses are designed to withstand extreme winds and if warehouse operators are properly prepared for severe weather. #tornado

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