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“We cannot lose sight of our core mission and the evil that we often face... We truly are the last line of defense against a wave of violent criminals who are intent on killing, raping, and robbing. Without us and the work we do, our free society fails. This can never be ignored."

“Improving quality of life and making it easier for residents to get around the County is a top priority of my administration,” said Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle.

This 8-hour certification course covers the basic forklift driving skills needed to obtain a Forklift Operator Certification.

The declaration also authorizes emergency procurements to facilitate the state's response. The proclamation takes effect immediately and is in place for 30 days.

Our state agencies are being run into the ground. I hear all of the time from people who are dissatisfied with the time it takes to get answers to basic questions. We deserve better.

People of color are disproportionately affected by illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes, which can lead to the need for dialysis or a kidney transplant, increasing the number of patients on the organ transplant waiting list

Of the businesses selected for licenses, 41% are majority Black-owned, 7% are majority White-owned, and 4% are majority Latino-owned, while 38% of awardees did not disclose the race of their owners

"There are countless communities across the state that have been touched by the opioid crisis. This funds from this settlement allow the agency's Division on Substance Use Prevention and Recovery to provide treatment for those struggling with opioid addiction," said Illinois Department of Human Services Secretary Grace B. Hou.

"I regret to inform you that a great light in the firmament no longer shines for us as it has for so many years."

“Calumet City Roaring Rivers Water Park will be the anchor development for the revitalized Calumet City Tourism District.”