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- A state lawmaker concerned about the future of Chicago Public Schools | First ListenState Representative Ann Williams says parents and constituents want stability and certainty from school leaders.4 min
- Jury selection in former House Speaker Madigan's corruption trial begins this week | First ListenThe speaker faces 24 counts of bribery, racketeering, wire fraud and extortion4 min
- Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski checks in on the Farm Bill and other issues | First ListenBudzinski says the delay on passing a farm bill hurts Illinois most vulnerable families and its farmers.7 min
- Study shows abortion providers are dealing with high levels of moral distress | First ListenU Chicago Medicine found stress levels are high among providers in all states, not just those that have restricted abortion.5 min
- A federal judge declines to throw out part of Madigan's corruption indictment | First ListenThe judge says it is up to a jury to decide on matters in the corruption case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.4 min
- Sangamon county seeing unexpectedly high turnout for early voting | First ListenCounty Clerk Don Gray says there has been a steady stream of voters4 min
- More questions about hiring practices at the Sangamon County Sheriff's Department | First ListenFirst Listen for Oct. 1, 20244 min
- State Senator Doris Turner discusses change in Massey Commission leadership | First ListenSIU School of Medicine's Jerry Kruse will still co-chair but he will be joined by co-chairs Sonya Massey's cousin, Shadia, and retired State police officer, JoAnn Johnson.7 min
- Moving Pillsbury Forward's Chris Richmond details a community meeting set for Monday | First ListenRichmond says by the end of 2025 significant progress will be made at clearing the site3 min
- Springfield's mayor holds news conference to discuss response to homeless encampment | First ListenMayor Buscher says homeless coordinators worked with those at the encampment offering resources3 min
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