Illinois lawmakers are considering legalizing medical aid in dying, a controversial medical practice that proponents say could ease suffering for the terminally ill, despite concerns from disability activists about the potential for abuse.
Illinois Lawmakers Consider Legalizing Medical Aid in Dying for Terminally Ill Patients
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Restoring Black America: Black Lives Matter’s Mission to Invest in Small Black-Owned Businesses Nationwide
D\’Zhane Parker, Senior Director of Black Lives Matter, is on a mission to award $60,000 in grants to Black-led organizations in New Orleans and expand this initiative to more urban cities across the country to foster leadership and financial support within Black communities.
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As federal deadline approaches, Illinois Secretary of State urges residents to “Get Real”
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is urging residents to obtain Real IDs by May 7, as federally compliant driver’s licenses will no longer be accepted as valid identification for domestic flights or at certain federal facilities.
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Black, Latino lawmakers criticize Pritzker’s proposed budget
Governor JB Pritzker’s proposed budget, which includes a $2 billion spending increase without new taxes on everyday Illinoisans, has received mixed reactions from Democrats and Republicans, with the Black and Latino caucuses expressing concern about the lack of resources for their communities.
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Social Security Announces Expedited Retroactive Payments and Higher Monthly Benefits for Millions
The Social Security Administration has begun paying retroactive benefits and increasing monthly payments for people affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset, with most retroactive payments expected to be deposited into bank accounts by the end of March.
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February a Month of Caring, Investing, Remembering
Black History Month and Abraham Lincoln’s birthday are celebrated in February, highlighting the hard-fought wins and sacrifices of the labor movement, while the state resources are used to ensure everyone stays warm and safe in severe and challenging winter weather conditions.
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Does the grocery store scare you? Can Washington care?
Many Americans struggle to afford groceries, with the average household spending $418.44 per month on food, and it is estimated that it would take $3500 to sponsor a food pantry project in 2024.
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Ballet 5:8 Presents A Celebration of Black and Latina Women in the Arts at the Kehrein Center for the Arts
Ballet 5:8 is set to unveil “Struggle and Resilience: Celebrating Black and Latina Women in the Arts” on March 1, 2025, at the Kehrein Center for the Arts, aiming to challenge the status quo of the artistic community in Chicago and spotlight the impactful narratives of underrepresented women in classical ballet.
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Urban Intellectuals Empowers Families with Black History Flashcards and Sankofa Club
Urban Intellectuals has been transforming the conversation of Black history since 2015, providing access to rich and powerful stories from Black History through its Black History Flashcards and the Sankofa Club, which has engaged over 2,500 participants in its journey of discovery and empowerment.
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Illinois Residents Urged to Obtain Real ID Before Deadline
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is urging residents to obtain Real IDs by the May 7 deadline, as state-issued driver’s licenses will no longer be accepted as a valid form of identification for domestic flights or at certain federal facilities.
