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Trump picks Matt Gaetz for attorney general, Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence; NY lawmakers supported House bill harmful to nonprofits; Report: Chesapeake Bay cleanup deadline looms as officials propose next phase; Michiganders rally at state capital to end prison crisis.

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Trump promises a smooth transition this time. South Dakota Sen. John Thune will lead that chamber's new majority, and one failed bill could be an omen of what a GOP trifecta in Washington will bring.

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An urban vote slump, not the rural electorate, tipped the presidential election. Minnesota voters approved more lottery money to support conservation and clean water. And a survey shows strong broadband lets rural businesses boom.

Illinois

The Esperanza Health Centers' Brighton Park expansion allows the federally qualified health center to serve an additional 23,000 patients on Chicago's South Side. (Creative Commons)

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Federal tax credits help clinics expand in low-income IL communities

A federal program is awarding billions of dollars in tax credits to spur investment and economic growth in low-income urban and rural communities…

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According to the Meals on Wheels website, more than 1 million meals were delivered in Northern Illinois during the pandemic, and volunteers contributed 52,000 hours of their time. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, November 11, 2024

Older IL population has options for healthy meals

The number of older Americans who live alone, because of self-isolation or losing a spouse, is increasing. These factors can prevent them from …

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The Illinois Department of Health lists witnessing violence in the home or community or having a family member attempt or die by suicide as examples of adverse childhood experiences. (Adobe Stock)
Childhood trauma could harm some IL adults for life, study says

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed 75% of U.S. high school students said they have had at least one adverse …

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According to Forbes.com, imposter scams are the most common method of fraud in the U.S., with 178,040 incidents reported during the first quarter of 2023. (Adobe Stock)
IL residents should know scam warning signs

Financial publication Forbes ranked Illinois ninth on its list of the "10 Most Scammed States" last year, with 285 incidents for every 100,000 …

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Education site edweek.org says the longest teacher strike in history happened in Homer, Illinois. The strike began on Oct. 17, 1986, and ended on June 23, 1987, after an agreement was reached. (Adobe Stock)
IL teachers union puts potential strike on hold, for now

A meeting last week between the Board of Education and its teachers' union in one Illinois town has left one group unhappy. Members have voiced …

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According to the American Sheep Industry Association, as of January 2024, there are 5 million sheep in the U.S. Illinois ranks 27th in the nation for sheep production. (Adobe Stock)
IL sheep farmer embraces land for solar use

By Kari Lydersen for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Energy News Network-Public News…

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According to KFF data, in 2024, Illinois had almost 2.4 million total Medicare beneficiaries. (Adobe Stock)
Medicare plan for IL residents has changes

Open enrollment for Medicare ends on Dec 7. The federal health insurance program is for anyone aged 65 or older. Some people younger than 65 with …

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The League of Women Voters of Illinois said voter suppression tactics include impersonating an election official and spreading false information related to voting machine tabulation. (Adobe Stock)
IL residents urged to know their rights ahead of voting

This year's Election Day will be one of the most closely watched in history, and one concern of Illinois election officials is safety at polling …

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According to the U.S. Energy Administration, Illinois is the nation's sixth-largest energy-consuming and eleventh-largest energy producing state. (Adobe Stock)
Passive House standards: a solution for highly efficient affordable housing

By Audrey Henderson for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network…

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According to the Illinois Department of Agriculture, the average Illinois farm is 375 acres in size and grows mostly grain, corn and soybeans. In terms of livestock, 22% have beef cattle, 3% raise swine and 1% have dairy cows. (Adobe Stock)
IL farmers face another hold for federal funding

By Grace Hussain for Sentient.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration…

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According to the Prison Policy Institute, Illinois's incarceration rate of 433 per 100,000 people ranks the state as having nearly the highest lockup rate of any democratic country. (Adobe Stock)
Higher cancer rates among IL's incarcerated population

Two specific types of cancer are showing up in high numbers among people in jail and prison and Illinois is no exception. A new study found a lack …

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U.S. News and World Report said Illinois ranks 39th in the country for juvenile incarceration. (Adobe Stock)
IL juvenile rights group takes action for education behind bars

A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of young people with disabilities serving time in the Illinois Department of Corrections. The …

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