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Prairie State College to Host 2025 Manufacturing Symposium on August 21 (Chicago Heights, IL) - Prairie State College (PSC) will bring together #manufacturing

Senate Bill 1446, which passed the General Assembly unanimously and was signed by the governor earlier this month, requires the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal to start tracking the manner of death for all firefighters no later than July 1, 2026. #firefighter

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

“We believe that supporting the mental health and well-being of our students and employees is essential to their success. #mentalhealth

The indictment alleges that the defendants defrauded lenders and the U.S. Small Business Administration of millions of dollars in PPP loans and EIDL funds. #fraud

Parker was elected in November 2024 in an abbreviated campaign prompted by the resignation of  former Will County Clerk Lauren Staley-Ferry. #election

“I’m deeply honored to have earned the endorsement of two true giants – former Secretary of State Jesse White and former Congressman Reverend Bobby Rush – in my campaign for the United States Senate." #endorsement

The IEC Public Service Award highlights individuals who have made significant contributions to the electric cooperative movement and have shown exceptional dedication to public service. #award

This amendment aimed to ensure equitable access to reproductive health services, particularly in light of attacks on abortion rights at the federal and state level across the country. #abortion

In an effort to prevent a quorum in the Texas Legislature and delay important votes, Texas Democratic lawmakers are hiding out in Illinois at the invitation of Gov. JB Pritzker. #texas