Governor JB Pritzker has directed agencies to report on the potential impacts of President Trump’s unconstitutional federal funding cuts for Illinois’ most vulnerable communities and people.
Gov. Pritzker highlights devastating impact of Federal cuts for Illinoisans
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District 202 Updates Community on Strategic Plan for the Future
District 202 has updated its strategic plan, outlining five-year goals and hopes for the future, with the next step being the consolidation of comments and a possible vote on boundary changes by fall 2025.
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Raoul Co-Leads Lawsuit to Stop Trump Administration from Withholding Essential Federal Funding
A coalition of 22 attorneys general, including Illinois’ Attorney General Kwame Raoul, are suing to stop a Trump administration policy that would block trillions of dollars in federal assistance to states, jeopardizing essential services and programs for millions of Americans.
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Trump administration unleashes devastation on Illinoisans with funding cuts JB Pritzker: “What Donald Trump tried to do in the last 24 hours is illegal”
The Trump Administration’s sudden cut off of essential funding for critical programs across the federal government has caused widespread concern and uncertainty in Illinois, as it has been deemed unconstitutional and has put the livelihoods of working families, seniors, veterans, and first responders at risk.
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Goodman Theatre’s Fat Ham turns Shakespeare’s Hamlet on its ear with a dynamic new take in Fat Ham at the Owen Theatre thru Feb. 23
The Goodman Theatre’s production of Fat Ham, a modern take on Shakespeare’s Hamlet, is currently running through February 23rd, and tickets are selling fast due to its critically acclaimed performances and unique blend of humor and serious commentary.
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Angel Blue stars as Aida Live in Hd Met Opera in Cinemas
The Metropolitan Opera’s new production of Verdi’s iconic opera “Aida” starring Angel Blue as the heroine Aida, directed by Tony Award-winning director Michael Mayer, has set a new standard for excellence.
Posted inFood & Wine
Wine of the Week: Sommeliers pair these wines with comfort food
Sommeliers suggest pairing wine with comfort foods like beef stroganoff, osso buco, baked ziti, filet mignon, and dry aged tomahawk steak for a harmonious and satisfying combination of flavors.
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Local Business Spotlight Initiative Launched in Illinois’ 37th District
State Representative Patrick Sheehan has launched a new program to recognize local small businesses in Illinois’ 37th District through his social media and press releases, and presents the businesses with a certificate of recognition each month.
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New American Heart Association report reveals alarming inequities in Heart Health by Race and Gender
The American Heart Association’s 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistical Update reveals significant racial and gender disparities in cardiovascular health, with non-Hispanic Black adults experiencing a mortality rate of 379.7 per 100,000.
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As 2025 tax season begins, hundreds of millions in Tax Credits available to tax filers
The 2025 tax season marks the debut of the state’s first-ever Child Tax Credit in Illinois, providing up to $300 for eligible families with at least one child under 12, while the Earned Income Tax Credit has been expanded to provide more money to more Illinoisans than ever before, and the new Direct File tool allows Illinoisans to file their taxes online directly with the IRS, completely free.
