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A package of bills signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker is aimed at helping newly-released Illinois prisoners find their way back into the democratic…
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Illinois lawmakers are moving to give judges more discretion in sentencing people convicted of certain crimes.Under the proposal, judges would be able to…
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The Illinois House has voted to allow tax breaks for those who take vacant land and use it for urban farming. The aim is to give an economic boost to the…
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Health centers in Illinois are forming partnerships with local food banks to offer fresh fruits and vegetables to some patients. With an estimated 1.5…
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A group of Illinois legislators are pushing an agenda intended to help farmers who sell at local markets.The legislation covers a variety of issues. One…
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Flint, Michigan's discovery of lead-laced drinking water has inspired Illinois lawmakers to look for similar problems here. A measure approved by the…