As End Of Session Nears, Major Issues Remain
Illinois lawmakers are back in Springfield Monday. They’ve got a long to-do list — with just five days until the end of session.
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Spotlight on Care4U: Setting Teens Up For Success As Adults
A federally funded program in east-central Illinois aims to equip young people for a successful transition into adulthood. Care4U is a partnership between Illinois State University in Normal and high schools across Champaign-Urbana.
In Mexico, New Groups Offer Aid To A Young Generation Of Deported DREAMers
With only limited support available from the Mexican government for these often well-educated returnees, several nongovernmental organizations and at least one private company are looking to help them out and take advantage of their skills.
Bill Aimed At Protecting Graduate Student Workers Awaits Governor’s Signature
A bill that would expand labor protections for graduate student workers has passed both houses of the Illinois General Assembly and is headed to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk.
Illinois Issues: One Week Left And Miles To Go
Recreational pot, construction projects and more — here’s what we know.