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Rich Hein/Sun-Times file; Justin L. Fowler/The State Journal-Register via AP-file Illinois House Republicans on Monday blasted Democrats for the “lowest of lows” in their release of new legislative maps, accusing the majority party of trying to “ramrod” the proposed redrawn boundaries through the General Assembly just a week before it’s scheduled to adjourn. The Republican legislators called on Gov. J.B. Pritzker to veto the maps if the Legislature passes them. “[The Democrats] scheduled four public hearings this week, two of which are on the same day, in an attempt to ramrod thes...

Pressure to change Illinois law to have telehealth visits covered by insurance when pandemic ends Illinois Senate works toward confirming telehealth legislation During the pandemic, virtual visits to health care professionals have exploded in popularity. But now they face an uncertain future in Illinois and pressure is mounting to change state law so that telehealth visits will be covered by insurance even when the pandemic ends. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - During the pandemic, virtual visits to health care professionals have exploded in popularity. But now they face an uncertain future in Illinois a...

Rooted in disinvestment and growing amid economic repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic, Illinois is facing a statewide mental health crisis due to workforce shortages and accessibility.

Black and Hispanic residents of Illinois-based nursing homes died from COVID-19 by 40% more than other residents, based on a report from the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services.

Where suburban lawmakers hold sway under the state Capitol dome Lawmakers are racing against a scheduled May 31 adjournment at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield. Associated Press/Seth Perlman Lawmakers are racing against a scheduled May 31 adjournment at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield. Daily Herald file photo   Updated 5/8/2021 5:20 PM Suburban lawmakers, by their sheer numbers, are on almost every legislative committee in Illinois. But there are some committees, such as appropriations and education in the House and ethics and executive committees in the Senate, wher...