The spending boom generated $4.7 billion in state and local tax revenue and directly supported more than 282,000 jobs in the tourism and hospitality sector, nearly 4,000 more than the year before. #spending
“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
As Stratton’s campaign gains steam, the call for unity and representation continues to resonate among faith leaders, political veterans, and grassroots supporters alike. #senate
Members of The Links, Incorporated contribute more than one million documented hours of community service annually, strengthening communities and enhancing the nation. #thelinks
Under the program, lead agencies such as food banks and non-profit organizations receive grant funds to purchase food from underserved farmers at a fair market value which is then provided at no cost to food-insecure communities. #food
"Since day one of my administration, I’ve made it my mission to build an economy that works for everyone and raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour fulfills that promise to our working families," said Governor JB Pritzker. #wage
"It affirms the humanity of all people and validates the right of every person to love freely and be protected from gender and racial discrimination." #respectformarriage