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Healthcare law signed at Loretto Hospital

By Zach Cunning | March 15, 2021

The new law, signed Friday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, provides $150 million in funding for hospitals like Loretto. Sitting nearby were several elected officials, including Senate Majority Leader Kimberly Lightford and state Rep. Camille Lilly. Both represent Austin residents in the Illinois General Assembly.

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West Side 8th graders learn about importance of civic engagement

By Cara Ball | June 5, 2015

Students from Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School and Milton R. Brunson Math and Science School traveled to Springfield to participate in the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus’ event.