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Illinois grows millions of bushels of soybeans. Why aren’t we eating them?
Golden hues sweep across the farm as the food-grade soybeans reach maturity. (Photo courtesy United Soybean Board) More local infrastructure urgently needed for Illinois’ own crops, especially soybeans, to make it from farm to table byTara SunandMedill Illinois News Bureau May 25, 2026 in Agriculture, Government Read Original Article CHICAGO — Inside a factory on Chicago’s North Side, the smell of simmering soybeans drifts through the air. On a typical day, “I use about 4,00
May 256 min read
Illinois lawmakers push to phase out ultra-processed foods in school cafeterias
La'Miya Starnes Apr 21, 2026 Updated Apr 21, 2026 (WAND) - Illinois lawmakers are pushing to change food options in cafeteria lines. Health advocates say it's a positive step toward childhood health. “Kids are currently eating almost 70% of their calories from ultra-processed foods. These are foods that lack nutrition. They’re designed to be addictive,” said End Chronic Disease CEO Kelly McKenna. End Chronic Disease is a national nonprofit focused on preventing illnesses li
Apr 212 min read
Rep. Sonya M. Harper: Illinois promised cannabis equity. The work isn’t finished.
People talk during the grand opening of the majority-Black-owned Ivy Hall Dispensary on Nov. 14, 2022, in Chicago. Ivy Hall is the state’s first operating social equity cannabis dispensary. (Antonio Perez/ Chicago Tribune) Read Original Article By Sonya M. Harper | Special to the Tribune PUBLISHED: April 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM CDT Illinois promised the nation a model for equitable cannabis legalization. The market is thriving, but the equity promise remains unfinished. When the
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Food is Available!
The Greater Chicago Food Depository and its partners are here for anyone who needs food assistance. To find a program near you, visit chicagosfoodbank.org/find-food or scan the QR code.
Nov 7, 20251 min read
Federal Grant and Funding Opportunities Update
In order to support state and local government efforts in furthering inclusive workforce development, career readiness and employment...
Sep 20, 20241 min read
Harper Enacts Reforms to Make Healthcare More Affordable, Expand Access to Care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois families will have access to better and more affordable health care coverage under new laws backed by state...
Jul 15, 20241 min read
USDA Announces Next Major Step in Promoting Competition in Agriculture and Advancing Economic Opportunity and Fairness for Growers
New final rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act promotes inclusive competition and prevents discrimination, retaliation and deception...
Mar 7, 20243 min read
How Illinois lawmakers hope to help teachers, students in session's final weeks
TAYLOR VIDMAR Mar 21, 2022 Read original article SPRINGFIELD — With just a few weeks remaining until its planned April 8 adjournment, the...
Mar 30, 20225 min read
“We can stop sinking”: Legislators celebrate anniversary of Illinois’ break-up with payday lending
by: Danny Connolly Posted: Mar 23, 2022 / 08:02 PM EDT Updated: Mar 24, 2022 / 09:30 AM EDT Read original article SPRINGFIELD, Ill....
Mar 30, 20223 min read
Minority Applicants Disappointed In Social Equity For New Cannabis Dispensary Licenses
By Jermont Terry September 4, 2020 at 10:53 pm Click to view original article CHICAGO (CBS) — Since legalizing marijuana in Illinois the...
Sep 9, 20202 min read
Alderwoman Jeanette B. Taylor Presents: A Community Conversation about COVID-19
As the COVID-19 continues to ravage our community, we need to talk to all our elected officials. Guest will be Senator Hunter, Senator...
Apr 16, 20201 min read
Virtual Town Hall- New South Side Chicago Hospital System
The new system would combine St. Bernard, Advocate Trinity Hospital, Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, and South Shore Hospital into a...
Apr 8, 20201 min read
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