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“The evidence shows that he was running a mini gun factory out of his house,” Tom Leggans, an assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, told the jury on Tuesday afternoon during closing arguments of the two-day trial in Benton. #benton #3dprint #convicted

“Local pharmacies are often one of the most accessible and affordable points of care for working families, seniors, and Medicaid patients — providing medications, vaccinations, and trusted health care services,” Pritzker said in a news release. #pharmacies #distribution #capitolnewsillinois

The agreement isn’t set to expire until July 2036, though it provides for regular review of the terms and the countries to negotiate every six years – with the first six-year term over at the beginning of July. #usmca #trade #trump #thecentersquare

Under the approval, Bally’s Chicago Operating Company will be permitted to continue operating its temporary casino location for an additional 12 months, extending operations from Sept. 6, 2026, through Sept. 9, 2027. #casino #illinoisgamingboard

Critics point to recent incidents in Oak Lawn and other south suburban communities where businesses with video gambling terminals have been targeted by burglars seeking cash stored inside the machines. #gambling #crime #chicago

The event will bring together graduates, families, supporters, City Colleges leadership and city officials to recognize students who completed their diplomas while balancing work, family responsibilities and other life challenges. #citycolleges #highschool #diplomas

During the checkpoint, officers will verify that motorists are complying with Illinois driver's license and vehicle registration requirements. Police will also check for compliance with seat belt laws, child safety restraint requirements and signs of impaired driving. #checkpoint #cookcountysherrif #crestwood

Mayor Chris Curtis praised LaRoche’s leadership and contributions, noting his long-term impact on the department and city administration. #bryanalroche #retirement #kankakee

She told fellow lawmakers on the Senate floor that the act will effectively tighten up who can sell hemp-derived intoxicating products, effectively pushing them under the same umbrella as cannabis because they contain THC, a psychoactive ingredient in both types of products. #hemp #centersquare

Clinton, who served as First Lady, U.S. senator from New York, secretary of state and the Democratic Party’s 2016 presidential nominee, is expected to discuss issues related to democratic participation, voting rights, civic policy and efforts to engage future generations of voters. #hillaryclinton #rainbowpush #convention