the chicagoland journal

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

The main bill the coalition wants passed is SB 3277, which would create a program to automatically give recipients seeing a change or stop in federal benefits a one-time payment of $600 – representing about three months worth of the average SNAP subsidy. #snap #centersquare

“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

The proposal would extend coverage to include rehabilitative services, which are often needed by individuals who develop or continue to experience speech challenges later in life. #measure #speech #coverage

Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey said in a social media post it was wrong for the president to mock the pope and to post an image of himself appearing to be like Jesus Christ. #trump #pope #centersquare

The site sits just north of the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway and near the Arboretum of South Barrington shopping center, making it a prime location for commercial redevelopment. #southbarrington #allstate #development

Those selected for the role will attend the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City for approximately three months of paid training. #hiring #airtraffic #event

This round will distribute approximately $466,000 to between 16 and 20 projects focused on community-based environmental improvements and job training. #planting #faithinplace #grants

Organizers describe the initiative as one of the most expansive efforts to ensure Illinois’ role in the semiquincentennial celebration is inclusive and representative of communities statewide. #anniversary #stories