And newer challenges, such as cyberattacks and changing health care policy under an incoming Donald Trump presidency, present new potential threats. Here’s a look at the top four challenges ...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Central Illinois Resource Center gathered local leaders to discuss ways the community can overcome barriers in the mental health realm during a virtual town hall on ...

FOX 32 Chicago. Illinois allocating funds from cannabis taxes, opioid settlements to address mental health challenges. Posted: October 29, 2024 | Last updated: January 16, 2025 ...

Mental health advocates set aside July to call attention to the shortage of resources and support in minority and underserved ...

Joining the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact offers a solution to Illinois’ growing nurse shortage, but certain special ...

The Illinois Department of Public Health has expanded its list of ZIP codes required to test for lead to include 180 new ZIP ...

Springfield (Ill.) Clinic, an independent, multi-specialty physician group, is laying off workers amid financial challenges, Chief Brand and Advocacy Officer Zach Kerker confirmed in a statement ...

CHICAGO — Brian Duncan, an Ogle County farmer, has led the charge for the last two years in trying to find an affordable health care option for Illinois Farmer Bureau members. At the annual ...

These programs help mitigate high real estate tax rates, making homeownership more feasible for retirees. Sales Taxes & Everyday Costs. Illinois has a base sales tax rate of 6.25%, but in some ...

By Patricia L. Stankovic, author of “Promising Young Man” (under the pen name Elias Axel) is a New Trier High School alumna and proud Badger who champions ...

Southern Illinois mayors, lawmakers discuss challenges facing communities. By HEREMIAH HATCHER; Jun 18, 2025 Jun 18, ... education and healthcare were topics of discussion.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Illinois is allocating funds from cannabis taxes and opioid settlements to address mental health challenges across the state. State lawmakers are targeting this specialized ...