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According to Illinois Department of Insurance data, nearly $14 billion in unfunded liability was owed to local downstate public safety pension plans through 2020. #illinois

On the other hand, S&P said it could downgrade the state’s rating in the future if the structural deficit were to increase due to economic uncertainties or if its pension and other fixed-cost obligations exceed expectations. #illinois

The text of the bill states its purpose is “to promote the privacy, safety, and gender inclusivity of all Illinois residents and visitors,” and that the measure should be “liberally construed” to carry out its purpose. #illinois

Senate Bill 1611 would create the Firefighter Training Leave of Absence Act, which would provide state employees leave from their state employment for firefighter training. #firefighters

Investigators charged Phillips with one (1) count of Armed Robbery (Class X Felony). #orlandpark

Illinois becomes 12th state, 1st in Midwest, to allow self-attestation... #genderidentity

The report by Wirepoints shows that 53 schools do not have any student who can do math at their grade level and that at 30 schools no student can read at grade level. #education #schools

Commissioner Miller hosting all-day CPR/AED trainings for Cook County employees to empower them with the tools they need to save lives in their communities #hearthealth

Firestorm Over Fired "Whistleblower" Thornridge High School Wrestling Coach (Harvey, IL) — Thornton Township High School District 205 fired Alumni All-Conference Wrestling Coach Donkor...

Brewer was charged with three counts of Unlawful Use of a Weapon by a Felon, one count of Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding, and one count of Driving on a Suspended License. #weapons #cookcounty