the chicagoland journal

State officials say the results reflect ongoing efforts to expand vaccine access and provide consistent, science-based guidance to families. #vaccinations #schools

Alabama A&M first baseman Zack Rice earned Most Valuable Player honors after delivering a standout performance that propelled his team to victory in a game defined by energy, resilience and talent on both sides. #debuts #baseball #hbcu

EMILY’s List Endorses Donna Miller in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District Race (Chicago, IL) - Support continues to build for Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller...

The inquiry, announced by the U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday, will also “assess” whether the 35 school districts around the state, plus Chicago’s largest charter school network, allow transgender students to use single-sex bathrooms or participate in competitive sports. #doj #schools #gender

During floor debate, bill sponsor state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, said the measure is designed to shield patients from legal risks in other states. #medical #care #records

Jassac Hosts Expungement and Second Chance Event in Joliet, Serving Dozens With Legal and Community Support (Will County) - The Joliet Area/South Suburban Alumnae...

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

According to officials, the Decatur Fire Department has installed more than 1,000 alarms across 602 households, helping protect 1,318 residents since joining the program. #alarms #firesafety #decatur

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

“For decades, Section 2 has been the primary tool used to ensure that when representation is drawn unfairly, there is a clear path to hold it accountable,” Gordon said in the statement. #cookcounty #votignrights #ruling