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Illinois lawmakers are considering whether to waive the concealed carry license fee for qualified veterans.The legislation, sponsored by state Rep. Mike…
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For most Americans, World War I lies in the distant past. But for two Illinois sisters, the sacrifice made by millions of American troops is brought home as they trace family footsteps in France.
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Money is coming to all 50 states from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development & the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to help combat…
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U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin wants to expand benefits for injured veterans' caregivers. Currently, caregivers of those who served on or after September 11, 2001…
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December visitors to downtown Springfield's Café Andiamo will be greeted by the photography of artist and Springfield native Dan LoGrasso. A veteran of…
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The Takeaway is teaming up with the Center for Investigative Reporting to collect advice from veterans, for veterans, and by veterans.We want to hear from…
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The economy has proven difficult for many. But one group in particular, returning veterans, is finding it especially hard to locate work. Meredith Colias…
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In a sluggish Illinois economy, one group is finding it surprisingly difficult to find work: veterans of post-9/11 conflicts.Because the federal…
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For 87-year-old Frances Staszewski, the Manteno Veterans' Home near Kankakee is nothing less than a lifeline and a salute to the service he gave as a…
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State of the State: Fighting for Veterans' Benefits Includes Struggles with State & Federal ProgramsThis Christmas season marks the third anniversary of the moment when life drastically changed for Marine Corps Sgt. Tyler Ziegel and his family."Ty"…