Chicago police threatening lawsuit if not granted same parental leave as teachers
(The Center Square) – Leaders of the union representing Chicago police are urging Mayor Brandon Johnson for more paid time off and will pursue...
Illinois law allows residents to change gender on birth certificates without medical note
(The Center Square) – Those in Illinois who choose to identify by a gender different than what's on their birth certificate can now change...
Illinois lawmaker seeks to address hazing in sports with athlete ‘bill of rights’
(The Center Square) – After allegations of hazing at Northwestern University, one Illinois legislator is looking to enhance the rights of student-athletes.
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Illinois to spend $30 million for ‘peacekeepers’ this fiscal year
(The Center Square) – Community members from Chicago are seeking to address crime throughout the state with violence intervention methods as group officials suggest...
Illinois officials tout tourism numbers
(The Center Square) – As Illinois reports record revenues for tourism, Gov. J.B. Pritzker says now is not the time to lower taxes.
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