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The pertussis vaccine that protects from whooping cough, tetanus and diphtheria. Whooping cough cases continue to spike in Illinois this year.
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As of the end of November, 1,902 whooping cough infections were reported in Illinois this year. That’s three times more cases compared to the same time last year and the highest number of cases Illinois has seen since 2012.
As Illinois law mandates transparency in police killings, questions arise over compliance by the Will County State’s Attorney and local law enforcement.
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Experts say vague wording has resulted in a patchwork system across the state, leaving transparency to the discretion of local officials.
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The man charged in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was critical of U.S. health care. Experts say the system's problems are complex and can't be pinned on one player or industry.
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Jacob Laurenzana
Jacob Laurenzana is a senior at the University of Illinois Springfield. He received a scholarship from the World Affairs Council of Central Illinois to attend the World Affairs Council of America's National Conference in Washington D.C. November 19-22. He spoke to Community Voices about his experience at the conference and why being informed about international affairs is valuable. To learn more about the World Affairs Council of Central Illinois click here.
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Stacks of Chicago Sun-Times newspapers.
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Six newspapers in Illinois shuttered in the 12 months ending September 2024, making it No. 6 in the country for number of closures.
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Ryan Borgwardt disappeared in August while kayaking in Wisconsin, but an investigation revealed he intended to fake his death and had fled to Europe. Police said he willingly returned to the U.S.
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