Illinois Farmer Mental Health Program Expands Under New Name

A statewide program providing confidential mental health support to Illinois farmers and their families has launched a new name and website as it continues expanding its reach.

The Farm Family Resource Initiative, which began as a pilot program serving six counties in 2019, is now known as FARM SOS. The program has grown to serve agricultural

Illinois Takes a National Lead in Crisis Intervention Team Training

The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB), in partnership with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, has established a dedicated 24/7 callout line and email address for the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Crisis Response Therapy Canine Certification Program.

The statewide program provides specially trained therapy canine teams to support individuals

Stuart Celebrates Illinois Heartland Library System Receiving More Than $5 Million in State Grant Funding

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is congratulating Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS) on securing millions of dollars of state funding to allow the organization to provide more resources readily available and free to many Illinois residents.

“Libraries are essential resources that provide more than books,” said Stuart. “In the digital

Gordon-Booth Congratulates Peoria-Based Healthcare Centers on Nearly $6 Million in Grant Funding

PEORIA, Ill. – Two Peoria-based healthcare centers have been awarded nearly $3,000,000 each thanks to state grant funding previously secured by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria.

“While the current federal administration fights to defund our healthcare, medical research and

Gov. Pritzker Signs Rashid Bill Confronting Cancer-Causing “Forever Chemicals” in Illinois Wastewater

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker signed into law on Friday legislation from Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) that would create the PFAS Wastewater Citizen Protection Committee to protect Illinois’ water from dangerous long-lasting chemicals.

HB 2955 tasks the committee with developing a PFAS Action Plan to address the monitoring,

As More Americans Turn To AI For Their Estate Plans, One Attorney Cautions Against Leaving Their Future to Chance

Life Happens. Are You Ready?

Attorney Michael Biederstadt

Ascendant Media Company

Illinois attorney and mediator Michael Biederstadt addresses the growing legal risks families face and what to do before crisis hits.

Families don’t need more legal documents. They need clarity, support, and guidance from someone who understands what’s needed, and a plan that actually works when it matters most.”

— Michael Biederstadt

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As AI dominates national conversations, economic uncertainty grows, divorce rates rise, and awareness increases around the transfer of wealth from

Sokolove Law Sponsors 18th Annual Miles for Meso 5K Race and 3K Fun Run/Walk

Community Race on Sept. 19, a Week Before Mesothelioma Awareness Day

ALTON, IL, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sokolove Law, a leading mesothelioma law firm since 1979, is proud to sponsor the 18th Annual Alton Miles for Meso 5K Race and 3K Fun Run/Walk, with proceeds benefiting the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO).

The event will be held both in person and virtually on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 — just 1