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Pulling back the curtains on wage-theft enforcement in MN; Trump's latest attack is on RFK, Jr; NM LGBTQ+ equality group endorses 2024 'Rock Star' candidates; Michigan's youth justice reforms: Expanded diversion, no fees.

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says rebuilding Baltimore's Key Bridge will be challenging and expensive. An Alabama Democrat flips a state legislature seat and former Connecticut senator Joe Lieberman dies at 82.

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Historic wildfires could create housing and health issues for rural Texans, a Kentucky program helps prison parolees start a new life, and descendants of Nicodemus, Kansas celebrate the Black settlers who journeyed across the 1870s plains seeking self-governance.

IL: Family/Father Issues

Studies show community health centers significantly reduce prescription-drug spending, as well as the need for emergency room visits and outpatient and inpatient care. (Adobe Stock) <br />
Congressional budget impasse threatens IL community health centers

Community health centers in Illinois are stuck in financial limbo as Congress contends with another potential government shutdown. More than forty …

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The new Kids Count Data Book says 54% of 3- and 4-year-olds in the U.S. are not enrolled in preschool, which prepares young learners for elementary school. (New Africa/Adobe Stock)
Report: Childcare Biggest Challenge for IL Families

Having access to reliable, affordable, high-quality child care benefits both children and adults, but a new report said it is not the norm for …

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In addition to preschool investments, Smart Start Illinois includes $12 million for scholarships and internships to expand the childcare workforce. (junce11/Adobe Stock)
More Illinois Toddlers Head for 'Smart Start' in Early Education

Researchers say a lot of learning begins even before birth - and especially between birth and age five. Gov. JB Pritzker's "Smart Start Illinois" …

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More than half of all food and hospitality workers in the United States receive no paid time off. (Adobe Stock)
Report Reinforces Calls for National Paid Sick-Leave Policy

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - New research suggests access to emergency paid leave could help limit the spread of the novel coronavirus. Supporters of a …

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Illinois' suicide rate rose nearly 23% between 2008 and 2016. (orawen/AdobeStock)
Uncomfortable Questions Could Save Someone's Life

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A simple conversation could save a life - that's just one of the messages mental-health organizations are hoping to drive …

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More than 290 anti-abortion bills have been filed in 45 states this year. (traci1/Adobe Stock)
Illinois in National Spotlight for Defending Reproductive Health

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois state leaders are making moves this week to ensure women's rights to reproductive health care are protected…

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From birth to age 3 is a crucial time of development for children, experts say. (sathyatripodi/Pixabay)
State of Babies Report: Illinois Has Room to Grow

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois has room to grow when it comes to ensuring its youngest residents have a strong start in life, according to a new …

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Too much solitude at any time of year can bring on feelings of despair. (geralt/Pixabay)
Holiday Depression, Stress Not Always "Just the Blues"

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The holiday season is ramping up, and while many people look forward to festivities with friends and family, for others …

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A new report shows Illinois has done well in providing access to Pre-K programs. (@darby/Twenty20)
Report: Illinois Kids are Counting on Accurate Census

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois is doing better at improving the lives of children than in past years, according to the new 2018 KIDS COUNT Data …

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The number of homeless young women, in Illinois and across the country, has been on the rise. (health.gov)
Agency Launches 24/7 Services to Help Homeless Youth

PARK RIDGE, Ill. -- A program that helps homeless young women in Illinois is taking a new approach with the new year. The Harbour began in 1971 and …

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Illinois es uno de los 16 estados que ha perdido buenos empleos de cuello azul. (il.gov)
IL pierde empleos para trabajadores sin título de Bachillerato

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Un reporte reciente revela que Illinois tiene una tarea pendiente: hacer que en nuestro estado los empleos de cuello azul …

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A new crowdsourcing tool offers new moms help to get time off from work. (cdc.gov)
Effort Under Way to Help New Moms Get Time Off Work

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Internet is helping new moms take more time off from work after giving birth or adopting a child. The crowd sourcing …

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