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AI Regulation Push: With just two weeks left in Illinois’ spring session, Senate Democrats rolled out an eight-bill package to regulate AI uses, aiming to pass before May 31 after federal action stalled. Kids & Health: A new wave of “AI slop” aimed at toddlers is showing up on YouTube, while Illinois parents are also sounding alarms after testing found multiple pesticide compounds near playgrounds across 10 counties. Local Development: Prophetstown approved two TIF projects, and Arlington Heights celebrated the grand opening of Arbor House, a 301-unit luxury apartment community. Housing/Enrollment Pressure: Illinois colleges are feeling the enrollment cliff—ISU deposits are down 8% year over year. Environment Watch: Chicago anglers reported a rare American eel in the Chicago River, and the state’s conservation groups are urging lawmakers to fully fund soil and water conservation before the May 31 budget deadline.

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Illinois Extension Expands Certified Food Protection Manager Training

Illinois Extension Expands Certified Food Protection Manager Training

Illinois Senate’s Eight-Bill Package Would Regulate AI

Illinois Senate’s Eight-Bill Package Would Regulate AI

Commissioner Sean Morrison criticizes Illinois legislation and media coverage in recent posts

Commissioner Sean Morrison criticizes Illinois legislation and media coverage in recent posts

Novel Illinois weed species, Asian copperleaf, identified in northern Illinois

Novel Illinois weed species, Asian copperleaf, identified in northern Illinois

Brad Underwood and Illinois agree to contract extension through 2036 pending approval

Brad Underwood and Illinois agree to contract extension through 2036 pending approval

Oklahoma files appeal of settlement rejection in poultry pollution lawsuit

Oklahoma files appeal of settlement rejection in poultry pollution lawsuit


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