Chicago, IL|News|
Hurricane Ida: IL Search And Rescue Team Headed To Louisiana
The Illinois urban search and rescue team is capable of on-the-spot medical care and emergency transportation, officials said.
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Chicago, IL|News|
IL School Children Can Now Miss Class For Mental Health: New Law
The bill, which also encourages schools to connect students with mental health resources, passed the Illinois House and Senate unanimously.
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Chicago, IL|News|
230 Illinois Companies Make Fastest-Growing List: Inc
The annual list ranks 5,000 companies across the United States based on overall revenue growth.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Hospitalizations Spike Among Unvaccinated As IL ICU Beds Dwindle
Less than 16 percent of Alexander County residents are fully vaccinated, even as coronavirus cases surge and regional ICU beds fill up.
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St. Louis|News|
Husband Of MO Republican Congressional Candidate Dies Of COVID-19
Steve Walsh was 63. His wife, Republican state Rep. Sara Walsh, is seeking a Missouri U.S. House seat. Both were unvaccinated.
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Chicago, IL|News|
3rd COVID-19 Shot Available To Some Illinoisans: Where To Get It
Third vaccine shots have been approved for millions of immunocompromised Americans, and the FDA may soon approve boosters for all adults.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Top 10 Fastest-Growing Cities In Illinois: See The List
The U.S. Census Bureau last week released data from the 2020 census, showing how populations have changed in cities throughout the country.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Vaccinations Lag As Coronavirus Surges In IL: Nearly 8K New Cases
About 42 percent of Illinoisans remain unvaccinated, and vaccinations have dropped to fewer than 20,000 shots per day, even as cases spike.
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Kirkwood, MO|News|
Ed Jones — Teacher, Drill Sergeant, Independent Thinker — Was 89
From preparing soldiers for war to empowering youth at Kirkwood High, Ed left his mark on his family, community and nation.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Don't Believe Vaccines Are Working In Illinois? Look At Missouri
The Show Me State serves as a warning of the dangers of low vaccination rates — and may be driving spikes here in Illinois, officials said.
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Chicago, IL|News|
COVID Cases Climb, Positivity Rate Falls After Illinois Reopening
Officials say most new cases are among unvaccinated Illinoisans, citing a superspreader event at a central-Illinois youth camp this month.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Chicago's Lurie Children's Hospital Ranked Among Nation’s Best
Three other Illinois children's hospitals made U.S. News and World Report's list of top pediatric facilities.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Southwest Airlines System Outage Delays, Cancels Chicago Flights
Thirty-four flights had been delayed and 10 had been canceled in Chicago as of about 2 p.m.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Fortune 500: These 10 Illinois Companies Made The 2021 List
The annual Fortune 500 list ranks U.S. companies that generate the most revenue each year.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Hospital Quality Ratings: 25 Illinois Hospitals Ranked 5 Stars
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently updated quality ratings for more than 4,500 hospitals, including 193 in Illinois.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Bed Bugs: Chicago Is No. 1 Worst City Again
After slipping to no. 3 in 2017, the Windy City has again overtaken Baltimore and Washington for the most bed-bug infestations.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Ransomware Hack Shuts Down Illinois Meat Processing Plant
Though the company says most of its plants have reopened, experts worry the ripple effect could cause nationwide meat shortages.
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Springfield, IL|News|
Illinois Puppy Mill Ban Awaiting Gov. Pritzker's Signature
The bill, which cleared the IL Senate Monday, would prohibit pet shops from selling dogs or cats from breeders other than animal shelters.
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Des Plaines, IL|News|
Free Mustard Costumes For Chicago Dogs Fans
Chicago Dogs baseball team — named for Chicago's favorite and oldest culinary tradition —is celebrating selling out its home games.
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Chicago, IL|News|
7 Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities To Enjoy This Summer In IL
Illinois is a big state, and we're sure to have forgotten something. Let us know your favorite outdoor activities in the comments.
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