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The bill expands affordable housing and reentry services for people leaving Illinois prisons, aiming to improve long-term outcomes by reducing homelessness and recidivism. #bill #housing #prison

Longtime resident Sharon Trowitch warned the sidewalk would pose a “serious public safety issue” for students and neighbors. #funding #safety

Chicago’s ability to compete for top talent and investment depends on its continued commitment to safe, stable communities. #investments #safety

With forecasts calling for continued cold weather and below-zero wind chills into next week, the company said crews remain on standby around the clock to meet customer demand and respond to emergencies. #nicorgas #heat #extremecold

Part of the law requires firearms to be stored if there is anyone not eligible under federal and state law to handle a firearm. #law #firearms #bill

“Our Gun Safety Report Card helps the public understand which lawmakers supported reforms to save lives — and which lawmakers sided with the gun lobby instead." #gunsafety #report

Ramos, a Sterling firefighter, died after falling through the floor of a burning home during a December 2021 fire. The IL OSHA investigation identified key safety lessons that are now being used as part of this new training module. #firefighters #training

The Bus Priority Corridor Study builds on the Better Streets for Buses Plan, a long-term framework for improving Chicago’s streets and bus infrastructure. #cta #bus

Illinois nets a 50.01 total score to place 36th overall in the WalletHub survey of all 50 states. #ranking

The department’s message is built around the “ABCs” of safe sleep: infants should always be placed "Alone, on their Backs, in a Crib." #infants