Illinois’ tax revenues have largely recovered from the massive jolt brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Other announced mitigation efforts include vaccination and testing stations, no tram service, and masked carnival workers.
Illinois sports betting in June garnered the third-highest wager total in the U.S., behind only New Jersey and Nevada.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said Sunday the city must come together, support police and be unified against crime.
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But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.
New laws aim to provide better access to feminine hygiene products in Illinois.
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Some governing bodies throughout Illinois are looking at how to increase vaccinations among public employees.
"The sooner we know if someone has been infected, the quicker we can take action to prevent the spread of the virus," Dr. Ngozi Ezike said.
Pritzker signed legislation to make feminine hygiene products at shelters and public colleges free, also asking for free diapers under SNAP.
Pritzker announced a vaccine mandate for state workers in congregate settings, plus masks for preschool-12th graders and indoor sports.
Court officials said all employees and contractors of the Northern District of Illinois must attest to their vaccination status by Aug. 16.
He will also be issuing a vaccine mandate for state employees in prisons, veterans homes and other congregate settings, the Tribune reports.
The governor’s office said the package of legislation expands "protections for immigrant and refugee communities."
Exelon has filed plans with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to close its Byron and Dresden facilities.
Cities with populations larger than 50,000 already received the first allotment of their share of $2.7 billion from the federal government.
More than 15,000 items worth around $150,000 will hit the auction block this month.
Gov. Pritzker will give a COVID-19 briefing Wednesday.
IL drivers pay 77.96 per gallon in federal and state taxes, ranking behind California, while the state trails New Jersey in property tax.
The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Chicago residents.
“Today marks another step in Illinois' journey towards a more just and safe future for all Illinoisans,” the governor said.
As COVID-19 surges across the state, Gov. Pritzker says everyone should wear a mask regardless of vaccination status.
The ex-gov filed the lawsuit, which claims it is unconstitutional for the Illinois Senate to prohibit him from running for state office.
There were 11,862 new COVID-19 cases reported for all of last week by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
The Cook County State's Attorney is disputing the refund and has filed a lawsuit in the hopes of blocking it.
Many in the Chicago area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.
Nenye Uche will be allowed to represent Smollett, despite having spoken with two witnesses prior to committing to Smollett, a judge ruled.
The money will be spent to rebuild computer systems and increase cybersecurity measures after an April breach put residents data at risk.
The results are subject to change as a result of court order. Two more lotteries are planned next month with a smaller number of entrants.
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More than 60 percent of surveyed students said they would voluntarily wear masks in certain settings even if schools aren’t requiring them.
The bill forms a statewide consortium to honor any early childhood education student with junior standing.
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The CDC announced Tuesday morning that everyone, including fully vaccinated individuals, should wear a mask in public indoor settings.
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Customers and staff members at driver services centers, Secretary of State facilities and the state capitol must wear masks starting Aug. 2.
If passed, it would reform what happens before, during and after moments like the wrong raid on Young’s home two years ago.
On Tuesday, officials said the city is now doubling the capacity of that program, allowing them to offer up to 900 appointments per day.
It's the first time Lightfoot has acknowledged a tentative deal with the union representing rank-and-file CPD officers.