Chamber Of Commerce Leader Predicts ‘Robust’ Holiday Shopping For C-U
With the coming of Black Friday, the head of the Champaign County Chamber of Commerce is expecting a robust holiday shopping season.
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U.S. Rep. Shimkus Declines To Endorse Gov. Rauner
U.S. Rep. John Shimkus, Illinois’ senior Republican Congressman, has declined to endorse Governor Bruce Rauner in next year's primary election.
Trump Administration Moves To Alter Drug Discount Program That Many Rural Hospitals Rely On
A drug discount program has become a financial lifeline for rural hospitals like Pemiscot County, nearly a third of which are struggling to keep their doors open. Now, a pending rule change may scale it back dramatically. It’s yet another hurdle for rural communities fighting to keep their healthcare local.
Make-A-Wish Foundation; Holiday Travel With Kids; Pet Obesity; Turkey Tips, Chance The Rapper On SNL
On The 21st: Make-A-Wish Foundation alumna and University of Illinois student Lindsey Panozzo shares her experience. Plus, holiday travel tips for parents and advice for managing pet obesity.
Teen Moms In Some States Are Denied Pain Relief During Childbirth
In 13 states, including Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin, people under 18 who are in labor cannot consent to their own health care. They can receive emergency services, but nothing considered to be elective. For the many minors in those places who become pregnant, it's a painful gap in coverage.