Senate backs bill to require birth control coverage
The divided Senate approved a measure 34 to 23 mandating nearly all state insurers cover contraceptives including birth control pills. Supporters compare it to Viagra coverage and say it fights gender discrimination while noting a religious conscience exemption for some insurers. The proposal excludes surgical abortion but faces House debate.
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Senate approves defibrillators in fitness facilities bill passes
The Illinois Senate approved House Bill 43 32 to 23 Mandating defibrillators in nearly all fitness facilities including schools churches and businesses The bill requires trained personnel within four years The measure would be enforced by the Illinois Department of Public Health Democrats say it saves lives Republicans warn it burdens small businesses The House sponsor noted Life Signs America will install devices and train staff in exchange for kiosk advertising
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Plaque of WWII servicemen discovered at Eisenhower High
Blue Island high school students uncover stories behind 47 World War II names on a brass plaque found in a storage area. They research 36 lives, learning of athletes, classmates, and sacrifices while recalling veterans from the south suburban community.
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