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July 27, 2018

Not ‘Just A Phase’: Growing Up With Gender Dysphoria

The transition from youth to adolescence can be anxiety-inducing, navigating the physical changes and social pressures to fit in. But for those who experience gender dysphoria -- the feeling that your gender doesn't match your biological sex -- adolescence can be especially traumatic. Support and care early on can make the difference between slipping between the cracks and thriving, as the stories of two transitioning youth show.

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July 26, 2018

Work Email Stressing You Out? Chances Are Your Partner Is Feeling It Too

Stressing out over a seemingly negative or condescending work email can cause ripple effects that extend to relationships in the home, according to new research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

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July 26, 2018

Illinois Settles Lawsuit Over Deaf Prisoners

Under the settlement, the Illinois Department of Corrections will have to provide sign language interpreters for what are called “high stakes interactions” — like disciplinary hearings, medical visits, and counseling sessions.

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July 25, 2018

Legislators And Lawmakers To Address Retirement Issues At Urbana Forum

Lawmakers and candidates from all four of the Illinois House districts that reach into Champaign County will be in Urbana Thursday evening (July 26) to talk about long-term senior care and retirement issues.

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July 24, 2018

Rauner Vetoes Bill On ‘Jailhouse Snitches’

Governor Bruce Rauner has vetoed legislation intended to prevent wrongful convictions.

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July 24, 2018

Private Grant Will Enable Expansion Of Children’s Mental Health Services In Decatur

A behavioral health organization that provides services in Decatur and Clinton was recently awarded $2 million to improve mental health services for children.

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July 23, 2018

Planned Parenthood Speaks Out Against Proposed Changes To Title X

Planned Parenthood of Illinois is speaking out against proposed changes to the only federal program that provides funding for birth control. Those changes include a so-called "gag rule" that could affect thousands of Illinois residents.

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July 23, 2018

Conservative PAC Suing Over Illinois Restrictions On ‘Independent’ Committees

A conservative political group is suing to overturn the Illinois campaign law restricting so-called independent expenditure committees.

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July 23, 2018

Congressman Says Farm Bill Negotiations Will Protect Farmers Concerned About Looming Trade War

Rep. John Shimkus’ 15th Congressional District includes steelworkers near Granite City, whose jobs were restored shortly after President Trump imposed tariffs, and soybean farmers whose prices took a hit after China retaliated with their own tariffs. Shimkus said his top priority throughout the Farm Bill negotiations will be the agricultural safety net that will offer protections to farmers concerned about a looming trade war.

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July 22, 2018

News Of Two More Shootings In Urbana, As Community Asks What It Will Take To Stop The Violence

News of two shooting incidents that occurred over the weekend in Urbana come at a time when local leaders and community members are grappling with what to do about an uptick in violence across the Champaign-Urbana area.