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Judge blocks US government from slimming down vaccine recommendations

A federal judge in Boston has temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child, and says U.S. Health Secretary...

A bettor places a wager using a DraftKings betting kiosk at Chicago’s Wrigley Field. Despite having one of the most aggressive tax structures, Illinois still ranks third in the U.S. in sports betting revenue.

State lawmakers move to block towns from imposing taxes on sports betting

Chicago’s steep new tax on sports betting is creating a backlash in Springfield that could lead to new restrictions on whether municipalities should have the power to tax gambling revenue.

A Metra train crosses a bridge over Manitou Creek along Route 134 in Long Lake. Legislation is pending in Congress to dedicate a fund to fixing commuter bridges.

‘Sounding the alarm’: Metra hopes bridge funding bill gains traction despite distraction

Metra makes the case for funding fixes for 100-year-old railway bridges. Plus, a new Pace program and construction alerts.

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, center, speaks as U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, left, and Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton listen to him during a debate for the Democrats running for U.S. Senate in Illinois.

Counting down to the primary: How open seats led to hot races across the suburbs, state

Of the dozens of political races Illinois voters will decide Tuesday, the most competitive don’t feature incumbents.

Des Plaines Fire Department Division Chief James Utinans, left, and Battalion Chief Brian Hoffman.

Veteran firefighters promoted in Des Plaines

Des Plaines city leaders publicly celebrated the promotions of two veteran firefighters Monday.

Illinois head coach Brad Underwood will lead the No. 3 seed Illini into the NCAA Tournament against Penn, a No. 14 seed.

Marching to Madness: Former Hersey star could miss Penn’s NCAA matchup vs. Illini

Illinois drew a No. 3 seed in the NCAA Tournament and will face Ivy League champ Penn on Thursday in Greenville, South Carolina. The Quakers have five Illinois natives on the roster, but may not be at full-strength.

Club Five Health founder Ravi Patel at the medical wellness club in the former X-Sport Fitness space in Greentree Plaza on Milwaukee Avenue in Libertyville. A public grand opening is planned for April 6.

Club Five Health personalizes wellness journey through a variety services and therapies

Club Five Health, described as an all-in-one longevity, health and wellness center, is opening in the Greentree Plaza center in Libertyville.

Plans are taking shape for future growth of Schaumburg's entertainment district, both for phase 1 that Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is anchoring, as well as future phases to the north.

All gas, no brakes for Schaumburg entertainment district development after Andretti Karting opens

While Tuesday’s opening of Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Schaumburg was an economic development victory itself, it might also hit the accelerator on future phases of the entertainment district it now anchors.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
 

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