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The events coincided with the third annual Inside Literary Prize, a national award judged exclusively by incarcerated readers. #libraries #reading #idoc

Illinois Adds Jobs in March as Unemployment Rate Edges Higher (Springfield, IL) - Illinois added jobs in March, but the state’s unemployment rate ticked...

“Our approach is to run a different kind of government office that uses our tools to fight for the people of Illinois.” #illinois #i-cash

As part of the settlement, 25 wage claims totaling about $20,000 will be paid to affected workers. Allied Universal will also pay a $37,000 penalty to the state’s Wage Theft Enforcement Fund. #agreement #wage

Students from Neuqua Valley High School in Naperville earned second place, with each team member receiving a $1,000 Bright Start scholarship. #literacy #contest #naperville

“We’ve flipped seats, built stronger coalitions, and expanded our reach,” she said. “Four years and three successful galas later, our party has gotten bigger, better and stronger.” #democratic #politics

The events will showcase a variety of classes, including super stock, modified and farm stock vehicles. #tickets #sale #illinoisstatefair

The commission, established to promote equity in state procurement, has come under criticism from the caucus, which claims participation has declined under its oversight. The group also raised concerns about commissioner salaries, alleging members are paid $150,000 annually. #funds #taxpayers #commission

“Coroners are critical in assisting law enforcement and our judicial system,” Joyce said. “By taking care of these employees we can prevent turnover and burnout.” #mentalhealth #senatebill #patrickjoyce

“These investments will allow communities across Illinois to expand their events and festivals, promote one-of-a-kind destinations, and draw visitors from near and far to our great state.”#pritzker #grants