Illinois Quick Hits: HHS: IL abortion referral rule violates federal law
(The Center Square) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has notified Illinois officials that the state is violating federal law by... Read More.
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WATCH: Showdown at SCOW: Court takes up voter-approved natural gas protection
The Washington Supreme Court heard arguments Thursday in a case challenging Initiative 2066, a measure approved by voters in Nov. 2024, to... Read More.
Another Cuellar indicted, this time the Webb County Sheriff
(The Center Square) - Not soon after President Donald Trump pardoned U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo, his brother, Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar, was... Read More.
Abbott issues disaster declaration for most Texas counties ahead of winter storm
(The Center Square) - Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday issued a disaster declaration for 134 counties in Texas ahead of a winter storm... Read More.
Bossier City’s crime rate down, police spending up
(The Center Square) - The Bossier City Police Department spent more money on personnel-related expenses last year as the city's crime rate declined.
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Louisiana’s education freedom ranking slides after funding shortfall
(The Center Square) − Louisiana's steep drop in a national education policy ranking is the result of lawmakers' decision to scale back funding for... Read More.
Trump says Greenland deal underway despite few details
President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal structure regarding Greenland is developing after he stepped back from threatened tariffs on European allies, which he... Read More.
Vance blasts media, defends ICE during Minneapolis visit
Vice President J.D. Vance called out the mainstream media and protestors during a Thursday afternoon press conference from Minneapolis.
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Chicago splits pension payments in hopes of Improving cash flow
(The Center Square) - Illinois State Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Saint Charles, worries Chicago's newfound plan to divide annual advance supplemental payments for its underfunded... Read More.
Resolution condemning federal immigration law enforcement sparks debate
(The Center Square) - Illinois House Democrats are calling for investigation, prosecution and impeachment of federal immigration law enforcement.
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