Governor Pritzker has passed a $53.1 billion state FY25 budget package that includes investments in early childhood, business development, and working families, while also eliminating the statewide grocery tax and providing $1 billion in medical debt relief.
Gov. Pritzker passes sixth consecutive balanced budget
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Joliet narrows selection of lead companies for city comprehensive plan
The City of Joliet Land Use & Economic Development Committee has recommended two companies to lead the city’s efforts to complete a long-term comprehensive plan, with Lamar Johnson Collaborative to lead the project and Urban3 to perform a specialized Economic Analysis.
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Romeoville State of Village: New Mercedes Dealership among coming businesses
Mayor John Noak of the Village of Romeoville has forged connections with the community, increased retail sales, added jobs, and is working on a new pipeline to connect Lake Michigan water to neighboring communities, while also working on a new interchange at I-55 and Airport Road.
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AG Raoul and Illinois Department of Human Rights passage of legislation to enhance Civil Rights protections
The Illinois General Assembly has approved legislation amending the Illinois Human Rights Act to clarify and strengthen its protections, allowing the Attorney General’s office to enhance enforcement against discrimination and improve processes.
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Pace kicks off milestone anniversary with a weekend of Free Rides, Metra also
Pace is offering free rides on June 8th and 9th to kick off their 40th anniversary celebrations, allowing the community to experience the convenience and benefits of public transportation at no cost.
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Tribeca Festival 2024 June 5-16 presents bold new voices in a diverse showcase
The 23rd edition of Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, will feature 103 feature films from 114 filmmakers across 48 countries, chosen from a record-breaking number of over 13,000 submissions, and will include a diverse lineup of narrative films, documentaries, animated films, and feature films.
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Easy and Delicious Buffalo Turkey Burgers: A Healthier Alternative to Beef Burgers
Buffalo Turkey Burgers are made by combining 1 tablespoon hot sauce with cumin, chili powder, garlic, salt, pepper, and ground turkey, then cooking the patties in a nonstick skillet and serving them on whole wheat buns with lettuce, celery, and fat-free blue cheese dressing.
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Tandoori-Style Chicken with Refreshing Cucumber Melon Relish
Serve up a delicious meal of Tandoori-style chicken with a refreshing cucumber melon relish, marinated in a spicy yogurt sauce, and topped with toasted sliced almonds.
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Flank Steak and Veggies Dish: Grilled to Perfection with Sweet and Tangy Marinade
Grilled Flank Steak with marinade and vegetables is a delicious and easy recipe that can be prepared in 35 minutes.
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Delicious Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Sole: A Flavorful Seafood Delight
Serve up a delicious and easy-to-make dish of Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Sole, featuring crabmeat, shrimp, bread crumbs, butter, cream cheese, chives, garlic, lemon zest, parsley, sole fillets, cherry tomatoes, wine, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
