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SEP 24, 2020
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Wednesday urged peace while expressing frustration over the Louisville grand jury’s decision.
In a rare joint press conference, Gov. JB Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on Wednesday expressed outrage over a Louisville grand jury’s decision in the death of Breonna Taylor while urging Illinoisans to peacefully protest and avoid violence. -
SEP 23, 2020
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday elaborated on his decision to add an additional review of marijuana licensing applicants to ensure equity
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday elaborated on his administration’s decision to give unsuccessful applicants seeking a marijuana dispensary license another opportunity, saying the move was necessary in order to ensure equity. -
SEP 22, 2020
Amid concerns over drop boxes and ongoing efforts to recruit poll workers for the presidential election, the State Board of Elections on Monday approved a plan that will provide $4 million in federal funding grants to local administrators.
A polling place in March 2018. [A.D. Quig/The Daily Line] -
SEP 21, 2020
More than a year after Illinois lawmakers unanimously passed legislation seeking to prevent sexual and physical abuse of students, a task force is recommending additional changes, including the creation of a new database and a change in state law to require more training for adults.
Rep. Amy Grant (Credit: Illinois General Assembly)
