One justice says he hopes high court will hear the matter once lower courts issue decisions By PETER HANCOCK | Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – The U.S. Supreme Court announced Tuesday it…
Massey’s death underscores state delay in launching mental health response program
Law aimed at helping people experiencing crisis was originally set to go live in 2022 By BETH HUNDSDORFER | Capitol News Illinois An Illinois law intended to help people with mental illness avoid…
Cook County Courthouse Cooling Centers Open During Excessive Heat
Cooling centers available to all residents across County Cook County will open cooling centers as extreme heat is forecasted for the region from Sunday through Tuesday. Cook County will open cooling centers…
In the wake of Sonya Massey’s death, advocates want the state to act
Massey family members, activists call for Sangamon County Sheriff to step down By ANDREW ADAMS | Capitol News Illinois CHICAGO – Calls of “Justice for Sonya” rang through the sanctuary of a…
Cook County Launches “Community Voices” Survey and Events to Help Prioritize American Rescue Plan Programs
Community Contributor COOK COUNTY | Cook County is launching a community engagement series to help determine which American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) programs to continue once funding runs out in 2026. From…
For Healthy Aging, Avoid These Common Obstacles to Good Nutrition
Proper nutrition is critical to older adults’ overall vitality, providing energy, helping to control weight, and even preventing and managing some diseases. Unfortunately, 10% of older people don’t eat enough, while one-third…
Back-to-School Health Tips for a Successful School Year
A new school year brings with it fresh opportunity, excitement, and, sometimes, anxiety for parents and students. Medical experts say that addressing health-related issues can help make for a stress-free back-to-school season….
DOJ confirms it is ‘assessing the circumstances’ of Sonya Massey shooting
By BETH HUNDSDORFER | Capitol News Illinois The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed late Tuesday that it is “assessing the circumstances” surrounding the fatal shooting of an unarmed Black woman by a…
More Illinois Democrats – including Pritzker – endorse Harris for president
By ANDREW ADAMS & PETER HANCOCK | Capitol News Illinois Illinois Democrats, after initially being split on whether to immediately endorse Vice President Kamala Harris’ bid to replace President Joe Biden, began rallying…
Bodycam video shows Sonya Massey’s last minutes, deputy’s coarse description
Bodycam video shows Sonya Massey’s last minutes, deputy’s coarse description BETH HUNDSDORFER | Capitol News Illinois | [email protected] Sonya Massey’s last words were: “I rebuke you in the name of Jesus,” followed by…