Time Running Out For Illinois’ Gun Dealer Licensing Legislation
The Illinois General Assembly has only a few hours left to vote on a gun dealer licensing measure that would require gun shops to register with the state and pay a license fee.
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FDA Cracks Down On Teen Vaping, ‘Juuling’
The Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday they will take steps to crack down on the sale of e-cigarette products to children and teenagers. More than two million middle and high school students used e-cigarettes in 2016 and that number has continued to grow.
Illinois Legislators Have History Of Bringing Babies To Work
U. S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth made history last week by being the first to bring her infant to the Senate floor while she voted. In Springfield, both chambers have been open to mothers and children.
Federal Food Aid Program Difficult To Navigate, But Crucial Service For Mentally Ill
It’s a challenge for people with severe mental illnesses to hold down a job or get the medical help they need. And that extends to when they try to alleviate hunger by getting on the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.
U Of I Leaders Talk Inclusion, Funding At Panel Discussion
Faculty, staff and students at the University of Illinois Urbana campus heard from campus administrators Tuesday on issues ranging from state funding to making the campus more inclusive and accessible.