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Children’s museums remain closed under state COVID-19 restrictions
(The Center Square) – A bipartisan group of lawmakers is asking Gov. J.B. Pritzker to reevaluate how children’s museums are allowed to operate in...
U of I SHIELD test available statewide after FDA approval
(The Center Square) – The SHIELD COVID-19 test, which has been used on University of Illinois campuses since last summer, is about to go statewide.
The...
Organization opposes federal bailout for Illinois
(The Center Square) – As the U.S. Senate considers whether to pass a $1.9 trillion stimulus package, an Illinois nonprofit is urging a no...
Federal funds expected to feed one million Illinois children
(The Center Square) – Beginning next month, one million Illinois children will receive federally funded food benefits, valued at $110 million per month.
In the coming...
Illinois education officials look to waive standardized tests this spring
(The Center Square) – The Illinois State Board of Education is awaiting word on a request to waive Spring 2021 assessments across schools.
State Superintendent...
Ag, trucking industries say Pritzker’s proposed tax on biofuel will hurt farmers, consumers
(The Center Square) – Some are taking issue with Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Fiscal Year 2022 budget proposal which would bring an end to the sales...
