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For many of the migrants now in Chicago, fleeing their homes and often making harrowing journeys to the U.S., has been traumatic. A shortage of mental health care providers has led others to get involved.
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In late 2021, a coalition of some of the country’s top pediatricians declared the youth mental health crisis a national emergency — and it isn't going away any time soon.
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Four of the five states that border Illinois have all seen a massive rise in bills that target the queer community, especially transgender youth.
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Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend. Some want to see it continue year-round.
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An investigation shows racial disparities have gotten worse since a state law to document the race of drivers was enacted.
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County officials in downstate Illinois are worried about what the end of cash bail could mean for their communities’ drug problems.
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Sometimes it's carefully selecting, or cherry picking, certain facts. An expert says deceptive statements almost always contain a kernel of truth.
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While some improvements have allowed for faster travel, a state panel is now working on a plan to guide high speed rail in coming years. But those changes will take time — and money.
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Chicago's new mayor fired Dr. Alison Arwady, who had served as Chicago's Public Health Commissioner, during the pandemic.
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On this episode, we learn about a new law that will require taching of Native American history in K-12 schools, starting in the 2024-25 academic year. We examine what it means for Native American students. Also, a report on the legacy of Federal Indian Boarding Schools. Those stories and more on Statewide.