Springfield News
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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.
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SEP 18, 2020
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SEP 17, 2020
The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus
Creating a state agency tasked with focusing on early childhood education, bolstering funding, reducing so-called childcare deserts and improving readiness should be key components to changing Illinois’ education system, a panel of experts told Illinois lawmakers Wednesday. -
SEP 16, 2020
While at a news conference in Chicago, Gov. JB Pritzker said Tuesday he’s asked all agency directors to eye budget cuts for the current and upcoming fiscal years
Gov. JB Pritzker informed members of his cabinet Tuesday of the need to prepare for 5% budget cuts for the current fiscal year and a 10% reduction in appropriations for the fiscal year that begins in 2021. -
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in significantly fewer cases of suspected child abuse or neglect being reported to the state of Illinois, according to the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
Department of Children and Family Services Director Marc Smith addresses reporters. [Hannah Meisel/The Daily Line] -
SEP 14, 2020
News in brief: Region 7 reopens as state receives federal unemployment funds and @EqualityILL endorses more candidates
