More than $205.4 million in cannabis taxes collected in Illinois as nonprofits receive first round of grants
(The Center Square) — About $31 million from adult-use cannabis taxes is going to nonprofits in Illinois as part of the Restore, Reinvest and...
Lawsuits over indoor dining ban proceed as all regions reopen
SPRINGFIELD — Although the governor’s latest indoor dining ban has been lifted in all areas of the state, some lawsuits brought by restaurants challenging...
Obama Presidential Center will break ground this year
CHICAGO - The Obama Presidential Center will break ground in 2021.
The news came in a post from former President Barack Obama via social media...
Churches & Chocolate offers History, Discussion, and mailed Chocolates
KANKAKEE – A “Churches & Chocolate” virtual tour promises to serve up a unique experience for area residents this spring.
The virtual course, offered by the...
97k doses of COVID-19 vaccine to be sent to Walgreens, CVS across Illinois
CHICAGO – Illinois is set to redirect some 97,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine to Walgreens and CVS pharmacies across the state.
The redirect comes as some...
Biden signs order that includes lease moratorium for oil and gas development on federal lands, water
(The Center Square) – President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed an executive order halting new leases for oil and natural gas development on federal...
