Marni Pyke
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Student loan due again? Here's what to knowOct 10, 2023 7:03 am - For more than 1.5 million Illinois residents, this week brings an extra financial hit as federal student loan payments return after a COVID-19 hiatus that began March 20...
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'I cannot believe it's come to this': Suburban lawmakers weigh in on McCarthy's ousterOct 04, 2023 3:51 pm - Reactions to the unprecedented ouster of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from Illinois lawmakers Tuesday ranged from "good riddance" to "shameful" to disbelief at political...
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One contract down as Teamsters pressure tollway to close on a secondOct 02, 2023 1:36 pm - The original version of this article incorrectly quoted tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse. She said, "This is another discussion that we take seriously bec...
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'I'm preparing for absolutely the worst': How a government shutdown could impact IllinoisSep 29, 2023 7:00 am - Dysfunction in Washington D.C. will have consequences throughout the Chicago region if lawmakers can't strike a deal to avert a government shutdown this weekend, federal...
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Free at-home COVID-19 test kits are back. Here's how to get yours.Sep 28, 2023 6:35 am - Monday marked the return of free at-home COVID-19 tests from the federal government, a move that comes amid an uptick in patients hospitalized with the virus. Individual...
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'We can all use a little happy': Sweets are serious business for familySep 29, 2023 6:22 am - From luscious toffees to the irresistibly named Chocolate Peanut Butter Pillows, being sweet is a serious business for the Vieau family. Pam Vieau is the master chocola...
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Secretary of state's office makes changes amid complaints about appointment systemSep 26, 2023 6:36 am - Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is opening two walk-in centers for senior drivers today, among other upgrades to meet demand following a major transition to an appo...
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What drivers can expect when the Kennedy ramp switcheroo starts MondaySep 25, 2023 11:19 am - Four inbound Kennedy Expressway ramps will close Monday morning as Illinois Department of Transportation crews push forward on a supersized repair job. The three-year, $...
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Metra dubious about idea of merging with Pace and CTASep 21, 2023 11:45 pm - The original version of this article incorrectly quoted CMAP official Laura Wilkison. She said, "the cost of inaction is greater than the cost of action." A big, h...
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Some major health providers waiting on updated COVID-19 vaccinesSep 22, 2023 6:28 am - Although updated COVID-19 vaccines are available at multiple retail pharmacies, it could take a little while to get a shot at the doctor's office - depending on your pro...