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Three Texas siblings who died in an icy pond are among several dozen deaths in U.S. states gripped by frigid cold. A massive storm dumped deep snow across more than 1,300 miles from Arkansas to New England.
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Funding supports the construction and renovation of community healthcare facilities across the state.
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Many schools are having a tough time reopening. -
The IDPH classified the state as having “very high” levels of flu, the most since 2009-10 -
State officials say putting early childhood programs under one agency will make it easier for families to navigate a complex system. But a new report notes there’s lots of obstacles to overcome. -
The Sun-Times, WBEZ and the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics and International House hosted the first live-broadcast debate of the biggest race on the March 17 ballot. -
The Illinois Supreme Court ruled that state emissions permits had no relevance to Griffith Foods’ general liability insurance policy, because that policy excluded injury caused by pollution. -
The winter storm is causing more closings and cancellations.
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A grant of almost $2 million will help the Center for Prevention of Abuse enhance its services for victims of human trafficking.
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