The modern civil rights movement hit a new peak last week in Illinois. It marked the movement coming full circle, in a way, back to the state of its birth more than…
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Rush, Planned Parenthood of Illinois and others partner to increase awareness of HIV prevention for Black Women
Group working on five-year study to increase understanding of HIV risk and preventive medications RUSH, in collaboration with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital, University of Chicago Medicine, University of Illinois…
Illinois teacher shortage persists, survey finds
Cost of teaching degree followed by low pay, benefits, seen as obstacles Illinois continues to suffer from a shortage of teachers and other education professionals, although recent efforts by the state to…
Science group raises concerns over Illinois’ attempt to ban food additives
A move to ban certain food additives in Illinois is getting the attention of the scientific community. The Illinois Food Safety Act in Senate Bill 2637 would ban several additives, including potassium bromate and…
Study: Illinois’ spending per student is one of highest in the country
Photo credit: Canva A new study shows that Illinois continues to pump money into education without seeing tangible results. The Reason Foundation found that Illinois’ inflation-adjusted education revenue grew from just over $13,000 per K-12…
Proposed food additive ban in Illinois would be strictest in the nation
Controversial Illinois bill proposing a ban on certain food additives faces opposition from industry groups, as advocates push for increased consumer confidence and health-conscious grocery shopping. (Canva) A proposed bill that would…
Seasonal respiratory viruses continue to impact Illinois following the holidays
IDPH Reminds Illinoisans it’s Not Too Late to Get Up-to-date on Vaccines, Urges Basic Safety Measures & Staying Home if Sick While more than half of the counties in Illinois remain at…
As dual credit participation grows in Illinois, study shows gaps widening
Urban, low-income, high-minority districts lag behind rural counterparts As the cost of higher education continues to rise in Illinois and elsewhere, a growing number of students are working to earn as many…
The most popular Christmas movie in Illinois, revealed
With the Christmas season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to gather with friends and families to watch something cozy and full of cheer. But finding the ideal film to embrace…