It’s not just about having money problems − it’s how you feel about those problems that matters most for your mental health.
Losing your job is bad for your health, but there are things you can do to minimize the harm
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Union Station in Joliet Seeks Lease for First-Floor Restaurant Space
The City of Joliet is seeking a restauranteur to lease the historic Union Station first-floor restaurant space in downtown Joliet, with a 12,000 sq. ft. space ready for state-of-the-art kitchen and brewing equipment.
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Will County “Recyclepalooza” Returns in Time for Spring Cleaning
The Will County Resource Recovery and Energy Division is hosting a “Recyclepalooza” event on Saturday, March 29, where residents can drop off electronics, household hazardous waste, metal, wood, clothing, books, toys, and more, with appointments available at www.willcountygreen.com.
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Plans to shutter Education Department add to financial aid confusion
The Department of Education is facing a $242 billion budget shortfall due to systemic changes and closures, leading to a spike in income-based loan repayments and a lawsuit from 20 state attorneys general challenging the administration’s actions.
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State’s Attorney Glasgow Announces Kevin Johnson Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder
Kevin Johnson has been found guilty of First-Degree Murder for the fatal shooting of Charles Baird at a Circle K gas station in New Lenox on May 10, 2020, and is eligible for a sentence of 45 years to life in prison.
Posted inRegional
General Assembly needs to reject bills SB9 and HB 1328
Two bills, SB 9 and HB 1328, are currently being debated in the Illinois General Assembly to legalize physician-assisted suicide, which is a form of discrimination that can be particularly dangerous for people with disabilities, people of color, the uninsured and underinsured, the poor, veterans, senior citizens, people with mental illness and more.
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Illinois Bill Targets Homeschooling Families with Fines and Jail Time
Illinois Representative Terra Costa Howard is pushing for HB 2827, which would punish homeschooling families with up to 30 days in prison and a $500 fine for not filing a declaration form, despite Illinois having a 88% graduation rate and over 500 cases of sexual abuse in Chicago Public Schools.
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Romeoville Mayor Noak Delivers Annual State of the Village Address
Romeoville Mayor John Noak delivered the 35th Annual State of the Village address, highlighting the Village’s strong financial footing, continued growth of new businesses, and various projects aimed at improving the community.
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AG Raoul takes action to stop Trump Admin. From withholding critical emergency funding
Attorney General Kwame Raoul led a coalition of 22 attorneys general in seeking a court order to stop the Trump administration from freezing essential funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
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Durbin, Pritzker put pressure on Republicans to oppose cuts to key programs
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin warns that Illinoisians could lose coverage from Medicaid cuts, urging Illinois’ three Republican members of the House of Representatives to oppose any budget bill that makes major cuts to services.
