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Farm Income Down, Crop Insurance Costs Up
Farm income is expected to drop for the third straight year, according to projections from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Fortunately for farmers, there’s insurance for that.
Measure Extending Medical Marijuana Program Passes IL House
A measure extending the sunset date for Illinois medical marijuana pilot program passed the Illinois House Monday, and now heads to the state Senate.
Illinois Issues: Budget Impasse May Prove Setback To Governor’s Prison Reduction Goal
Soon after taking office, Gov. Bruce Rauner set a goal of cutting Illinois' prison population by a quarter over the next decade. But the current budget crisis has cut off funding for programs that could be key to meeting his target.
Illinois May Be Set To Repeat Budget-Less Year
Illinois could be heading into a second year without a budget. Lawmakers are beginning their final day of the regularly-scheduled spring session without a deal.