Choate to stay open after lawsuit, new bills filed

(The Center Square) – An Illinois state representative says the attempted closure of Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center shows that the Illinois Department of Human Services is failing vulnerable residents and taxpayers.

Pritzker celebrates high-achieving schools as funding gap grows

(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker celebrated the "best of the best" in Illinois education Tuesday, awarding 24 schools the Governor’s Blue Ribbon award amid a backdrop of widening state funding gaps and lagging math and reading scores.

Illinois Quick Hits: Union County state's attorney says Choate will stay open

(The Center Square) – Union County State’s Attorney Tyler Tripp has announced that the Illinois Department of Human Services formally requested to withdraw its request for closure of Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna.

Philly officer murdered in line of duty promoted to sergeant as police from around US attend his funeral

Thousands of officers gathered as Shane Seiber was promoted posthumously to sergeant during an emotional Philadelphia funeral service Tuesday.

Kansas soccer field crash raises red flags for former investigator who questions key theories

Jamie Copenhaver, a former detective, questions why no charges were filed after a driver killed two at Wichita's Stryker Sports Complex.

Imprisoned American teacher Stephen Hubbard released by Russia and more top headlines

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Should Chicago have a new venue for festivals and concerts?

City voters can offer their opinion on building a permanent space for big events.

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Violent crime can hurt job opportunities in high-poverty neighborhoods

Policymakers can create conditions to help businesses and residents succeed.

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Illinois SNAP enrollment falls to another 13-year low

But the state’s error rate is fifth-highest in the country, which could bring costly penalties.

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A cap on minimum lot sizes could help Illinois housing affordability

Housing for sale in the state remains far below pre-pandemic levels.

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