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Lawmakers want changes to SAFE-T Act to avoid criminals ‘slipping through the cracks’
(The Center Square) – The SAFE-T Act is again making headlines in Illinois with the pretrial release of an individual accused of being under...
Cook County government seeks business engagement and equity
(The Center Square) – Cook County officials are pushing for more diversity among vendors and government partners.
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Legislator: IL taxpayers could be out ‘billions’ as bills enhancing pensions advance
(The Center Square) – Proposed Tier 2 pension enhancements in Illinois could come at a taxpayer cost of "billions," according to a state legislator.
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Trial on merits of Illinois’ gun ban could begin July 8, attorney says
(The Center Square) – A plaintiff’s attorney suing Illinois over the state’s gun and magazine ban expects the case to go to trial on...
More than 20 Seattle libraries to see rolling closures due to city hiring freeze
(The Center Square) – Seattle will implement scheduled closures of over 20 public libraries as a result of hiring freezes and looming budget shortfalls.
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