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Experts say the funding has been ‘deprioritized,’ even in more robust budget years
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No human cases of WNV have been reported in Illinois so far this year, but in 2024, there were 69 confirmed human cases of WNV including 13 deaths.
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While the U.S. pork industry has grown significantly in the past two decades, producers have struggled to make a profit in recent years. Industry leaders are looking for new markets abroad and at home.
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Measure is controversial among religious advocates, disability rights groups and health care providers
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Legislation seeks to regulate third-party insurers and prevent spread of ‘pharmacy deserts
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The legislation, originally the idea of an Elgin high school student, is aimed at reducing the number of opioid-related deaths in Illinois.
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Across Illinois, about 70% of days spent in nursing home care are covered by Medicaid, making it the largest insurance payer for this type of coverage, according to state officials. Advocates worry the proposed cuts will reduce the type of care low-income seniors and those living with disabilities will receive at these facilities.
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Advocates call bill a ‘first step’ to address racial disparities impacting marginalized women
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Advocates say equipment designed to save lives may be silently endangering them
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State-run program set to end July 1 while Congress considers wider Medicaid cuts
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Pritzker proposing to end one program to help balance state budget
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A new report from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency offers insight into recycling –- and offers new opportunities to reduce waste going to landfills.