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SNAP Cuts Leave Hundreds of Thousands of Illinoisans Without Food Assistance as Hunger Rises

The Food Depository says SNAP enrollment has declined sharply since major changes to the program were enacted under the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. #snap #foodstamps

Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon Heads to Washington for National Election Roundtable

Wednesday’s roundtable is expected to focus on several areas that have become increasingly important for election offices, including continuity of operations, infrastructure, security and voter access. #clerk #washingtondc #cookcounty

Amazon Plans $100 Million Greenwood Facility, Bringing 300 Advanced Manufacturing Jobs to Indiana

Amazon said the positions will have an average annual salary of nearly $100,000. The range of occupations also reflects the changing nature of manufacturing, with traditional production positions being combined with engineering, robotics, automation and technology-related roles. #amazon

Danita Patterson Brings Hollywood Experience Home, Opening Entertainment Doors for Chicago Youth

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Patterson said the decision to pay participants was intentional, particularly as young people face the challenge of trying to build careers while also supporting themselves. #chicago #hollywood #danitapatterson

State Rep. McLaughlin Urges 52nd District Communities to Register for PFAS Settlement Program Before July 15 Deadline

McLaughlin said local governments should take advantage of the opportunity to review the program and determine whether they are eligible to file claims.

Former Intelligence Community Contractor Pleads Guilty in $510,000 Kickback Scheme

According to court documents filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, the conspiracy operated from at least June 2018 through April 2024. Authorities allege the scheme undermined the federal government's competitive bidding process by giving Duggin's associates an unfair advantage in securing contracts. #scheme #doj #

Thousands Gather in Chicago to Celebrate Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

The service featured a series of musical tributes from renowned performers including Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, Hezekiah Walker, Marvin Sapp, Opal Staples, and Le’Andria Johnson. #jessejackson #service #chicago #honor

Civil Rights Leader Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Dies at 84

Civil Rights Leader Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Dies at 84 (Chicago, IL) - The Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a towering figure in the...

Illinois congresswoman files impeachment articles against Noem

Kelly, speaking on the House floor, outlined three articles of impeachment against Noem, citing obstruction of Congress, violation of public trust, and self-dealing. #impeachment #kristinoem #ice

End to government shutdown in sight after senators make funding deal

Those two concessions were as far as Republican leaders were willing to go to end the ongoing shutdown, which has lasted a record-long 40 days as Democrats held out over health care policy demands. #shutdown #funding #deal

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