Tesla Turns Power Back On At A Children’s Hospital In Puerto Rico
A children's hospital in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is back online as Tesla uses solar panels and batteries to provide reliable electricity.
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General Assembly Fails To Override Governor’s Veto On Right To Work Legislation
Gov. Bruce Rauner has won a small victory as the House failed to override his veto of legislation banning local governments from setting up "right-to-work'' zones.
#MeToo In Illinois Government; New CPR App ‘PulsePoint’
On the 21st: Women in politics have been sharing their stories about sexual harassment in the statehouse. We talked with two women who have been speaking out about this, in addition to state lawmakers about what should be done. Plus, a new app tries to save lives by alerting people if someone close by needs CPR.
Bill To Ban ‘Bump Stocks’ Passes Committee, But Republicans Say It Goes Too Far
The Illinois House is advancing legislation to ban "bump stocks."
Illinois Lawmakers To Combat Sexual Harassment
Women are stepping forward to say they have been sexually harassed at the Illinois State Capitol.