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Federal drug discount expansion proposal may cost Illinois millions, agency head says
Memo details how expanding 340B program would impact private health plans and state employee insurance.
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Cardinals manager Marmol buys tickets for fans to continue shirtless revelry at Busch Stadium
“Last night’s atmosphere was electric. Let’s run it back this weekend,” Marmol said in a social media post. “I’ll buy tickets for fans who want to sit in the right field Loge and bring the energy.”
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As electric bills rise, some states are focusing on the growing profits of utilities
The push comes during a midterm election year in which affordability is the leading theme in Democrats’ attempts to loosen Republicans' control of Washington.
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Tiny patients, big fight: NICU parents win leave in 2 states and push for more
A more modest policy will take effect next month in Illinois, guaranteeing between 10 and 20 days of unpaid leave to NICU parents.
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Springfield hospitals honors healthcare workers during Healthcare Week
Healthcare workers across the Springfield area are being recognized this week as hospitals celebrate Healthcare Week and the people who keep medical systems running around the clock.
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Downtown Springfield filled with celebration during PrideFest 2026
“It brings a gathering place to the community,” Geist said. “Sometimes in smaller areas, it can be hard to see all the pride around here, but having a festival for it, it’s just one big gathering place.”
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SIU School of Medicine and Innovate Springfield partner to support research
SIU School of Medicine and Innovate Springfield are partnering to provide lab space and business support for entrepreneurs in Springfield.
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Giannoulias: IL must be good for business
In a family business, "there's no such thing as a weekend. There's no such thing as nights off."
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House passes year-round E15 fuel bill with Budzinski as Democratic lead
The House passed legislation allowing year-round E15 ethanol fuel sales nationwide, with Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski serving as a Democratic lead on the bipartisan bill.
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Illinois State Police release video of Decatur crossbow incident that led to officer-involved shooting
Illinois State Police have released video of an April incident in which Decatur officers shot a man who pointed a crossbow at them. The suspect faces multiple felony charges.
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School choice option at standstill as legislators weigh benefits, political fallout
Illinois takes cautious approach on whether to opt into federal tax credit program.
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UIS Hosts Regional Baseball Tournament
The University of Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars are hosting NCAA regional baseball games this weekend following a strong spring sports season.
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Ex-residents of apartment building targeted in massive immigration raid seek millions in damages
Feds claimed Venezuelan gang had ‘taken over’ Chicago complex.
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IDOT targets young engineering talent with student loan assistance
The initiative aims to make IDOT more competitive for employment and tame a national engineer shortage.
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Brad Underwood agrees to new contract terms following Illinois’ Final Four run
The agreement requires approval of university trustees.
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Starbucks to lay off 300 US corporate workers and close regional offices
Starbucks said it’s also closing underused offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago and other cities.
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Durbin says anti-vaping stance cost FDA chief his job
Durbin voted to approve Makary’s nomination when Makary said he would take a tough stand on vapes aimed at kids.
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IL House GOP: Dems should forget about Trump and focus on affordability
Removing taxes on tips and overtime, reinstating private-school scholarship program, and suspending the sales tax on gas are among their ideas.
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Fuyao Glass announces major expansion proposal in Decatur
Price said pending federal approval, the facility will be built right next to the current facility in Mt. Zion.
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Central Illinois shoppers feeling the pinch of rising costs
"There's no way around it, and it just seems like it's just going up and up and up," Garecht said.
