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As pandemic winds down, animal shelters fear a rise of surrendered pets

(The Center Square) – They call them “Pandemic Puppies,” pets that were adopted during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic that are now being returned...

Illinois colleges lay out fall COVID-19 vaccine, mask plans

(The Center Square) – Most Illinois colleges and universities are requiring students to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before returning to class this fall after...

Study highlights alcohol-related motorcycle deaths in Illinois

(The Center Square) – A new study shows that Illinois has one of the highest rates of alcohol-related motorcycle fatalities. To find the most dangerous states for...

State Treasurer to auction unclaimed property at Illinois State Fair

(The Center Square) – Rare coins, watches and sports memorabilia are among the unclaimed property that will be auctioned off at the Illinois State...

Some school districts changing policies on mask use

(The Center Square) – Some Illinois school districts that decided to make mask use optional this fall could be changing course. The Centers for Disease...

New classifications for thunderstorms unveiled

(The Center Square) – As all Illinoisans know, not all thunderstorms are equal. Now the National Weather Service is adding new damage threat categories...