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IL residents can benefit from merging of solar and AI
By Kari Lydersen for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Pu…
New IL law widens tenant-landlord divide
A controversial Illinois law signed earlier this month has pushed landlords and tenants even further apart. Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Landlord …
New study says IL needs new less expensive energy options
A new study warns that Illinois will face future energy shortages and a higher risk of blackouts, unless investments are made soon in cleaner energy…
IL farmers markets benefit communities, economy
This is National Farmers Market Week, as fresh jams, jellies, fruits and vegetables draw thousands of people to more than 8,000 farmers markets …
IL organization seeks extra hands to serve older adults
Isolation and a lack of regular nutritious meals are circumstances many older adults find themselves in. One organization is working to remedy this - …
Organización de IL busca manos extra para atender a adultos mayores
El aislamiento y la falta de comidas nutritivas regulares son circunstancias en las que se encuentran muchas personas mayores. Una organización …
IL financial jobs seen at risk with possible merger
Two of the largest credit card companies in the United States want federal regulators to greenlight a merger and the deal has been met with skepticism…
IL farmers on costly hold amid legislative foot dragging
By Jennifer Bamberg for Investigate Midwest.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Illinois News Connection reporting for the Investigate Midwest-Public N…
Frozen screens? Telehealth access imperiled
By Sarah Jane Tribble for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Eric Tegethoff for Illinois News Connection reporting for the KFF Health News-Public Ne…
University in IL studies link between toddler food access and development
Parents wanting to ensure their children have nutritious meals can serve as their best example, according to new data. Research from the University …
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 …
Health group hopes for funding amid looming deadline
The price of healthcare has many Americans struggling with costly prescriptions, doctor visits and hospitalizations. Uninsured people are the focus …