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Metra Ridership Remains Below Pre-Pandemic Levels As Expenses Grow
Passenger revenue declined $35 million in 2021.
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Illinois Ranks Fifth In Survey Of Most Fun States To Live
Illinois came in right behind California, Florida, Nevada and New York.
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Foreclosures Could Ramp Up As Illinois Leads National Rate
In May, one in every 2,000 housing units had a foreclosure filing in Illinois.
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Lightfoot Addresses Chicago's Violent Independence Day Weekend
The holiday weekend saw a total of 68 reported shootings, eight of which were fatal.
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New Illinois Budget Starts Friday As Audited Financials Reveal Pension Deficits
"Illinois is very flush with funds now," Volcker Alliance Director Bill Glasgall said.
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Mental Health Advocate Optimistic New National Hotline Will Improve Illinois' Crisis Infrastructure
Also known as 988, the new hotline is slated to go live July 16 and will build upon the state’s existing infrastructure.
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Illinois Quick Hits: Another Amtrak Fatality; Bailey Wins Big; Other Primary Election Outcomes
Plus: a Canadian railroad with several lines in Illinois says it will spend tens of millions of dollars on improvements in the state.
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Economy, Inflation, Abortion Rights Among Issues Driving Illinois Voters To The Polls
Addressing a rise in crime is also important to state voters.
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Illinois Quick Hits: Miller's Comments Criticized; 'Ghost Trains' A Concern
Rep. Mary Miller called the Supreme Court’s decision of overturning Roe v. Wade a “victory for white life.”
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Pritzker To Call Special Session After Friday's Supreme Court Ruling Overturning Roe V. Wade
"Illinois will be a safe haven for the exercise of your reproductive rights," Gov. J.B. Pritzker said last week.
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Illinois Quick Hits: CPS Budget Opposition; Ex-Grayslake Chamber Leader Faces Fraud Charges; Illinois Dog Wins Westminster
Plus: A dog from Illinois took home the top prize at the prestigious Westminster Dog Show Wednesday night.
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Interest Rates Are Rising, But Demand For Lumber In Chicago Area Still Strong
Lumber yard operators said business is “unbelievable” this summer.
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Despite Gubernatorial Primary, Early Voting In Illinois Has Been Slow
Voters had until June 23 to request a mail ballot.
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Illinois Quick Hits: Madigan Corruption Trial Postponed; Former State Senator Sentenced; Road Rage Warning Issued
Plus: Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to visit Illinois this week.
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Midwest States Recovering Poorly From Pandemic Unemployment
Illinois ranked 41st in a WalletHub study analyzing unemployment recovery.
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Democratic Candidates For Secretary Of State Square Off In Recent Forum
For the first time in more than 20 years, Jesse White is not seeking reelection.
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Illinois Quick Hits: Dry Conditions Ahead; Kellogg Plans Dual HQ In Chicago, Battle Creek
Plus: the COVID-19 vaccine has been authorized for young children.
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Caterpillar's Planned Move Adds To More Than 1,000 Lost Manufacturing Jobs In Illinois Since January
The manufacturer announced this week it will move to Texas.
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Illinois Quick Hits: Unemployment Fraud Audited; Chicago Hotel Activity Increases
Plus: Gov. J.B. Pritzker Thursday designated the eastern milksnake as the official snake of the State of Illinois.
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Study: Illinois Top Ten Best States For Working Dads
The state ranks 15th in "economic well-being" and 20th in "work-life balance," according to a WalletHub study.
