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Illinois Issues: Outside The Big Box - Repurposing Vacant Space In Illinois
As more retail chains shut down, cities across Illinois figure out what to do with millions of square feet of empty space.
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As more retail chains shut down, cities across Illinois figure out what to do with millions of square feet of empty space.
Casting a ballot before election day is becoming more popular in Illinois, according to a report by the Illinois Campaign for Political Reform (ICPR). The group found that the percentage of voters opting to vote before election day climbed to 22 percent this primary compared to 18 percent in 2016.
lllinois' three million Medicaid users will soon have more access to mental health and substance abuse treatments. Officials in Washington, D.C. okayed a new state program that sets aside about $2 billion in Medicaid funds for the services.
The Illini 4000 is gearing up for its annual, coast-to coast bike trip to raise money for cancer research and awareness. The group--made up primarily of University of Illinois students--has already raised $90,000 towards its $100,000 dollar goal.
The National Institutes of Health announced Monday the launch of a large-scale clinical trial that will expand efforts to give more HIV-positive transplant candidates new kidneys.