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Illinois Credit Unions: Mission‑Driven Service
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] At credit unions, the mission‑based philosophy isn’t just a statement; it’s the heart of everything they do. As Steve Bugg, President/CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union puts it, “[our] Credit Union is really committed and proud of our mission‑based philosophy and people helping people.” That commitment shows up in the programs they offer, the partnerships they build, and the impact they have on the communities they serve. What truly sets credit unions apart from other financial institutions is the measurable value returned to the community. “When you look at how we set ourselves apart… it’s really what we provide back to the community,” Steve explains. And the numbers tell a powerful story. Over the past two years, through their foundation, “We’ve kept $40 million in community assets back in that community by helping people with foreclosure intervention and also staying in their home,” he shares. This is the credit union difference in action: protecting homes, preserving community wealth, and ensuring that people have access to the support they need to stay stable and secure. Learn more about credit unions’ mission-driven service at https://betterforillinois.org/ Paid for by Illinois Credit Union League.
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Rising Prices Force Difficult Choices: Vote YES On HB 2371 SA 2 To Protect 340B in Illinois
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] For low-income and uninsured patients—and the nonprofit, safety net hospitals caring for them—rising costs pose significant challenges. Hospitals and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) are being squeezed by higher costs, which skyrocketed during the pandemic and have not come down since. Among Midwestern hospitals, drug costs climbed 22% between 2022 and 2025, while total expenses grew 10%. Many of the patients hospitals serve are struggling to make ends meet. They face difficult choices like whether to pay for medication or a utility bill or whether to see a doctor or ignore worrisome symptoms. Hospitals and FQHCs serving low-income communities rely on the federal 340B program to reduce prescription costs for their patients, and to invest in lifesaving services. Mount Sinai Hospital President Sameer Shah, PharmD, said rising costs lead patients to skip medications, delay refills, stretch pills and delay care. “For safety net hospitals like ours, 340B is really about access,” he said. “It helps keep clinics open, maintain pharmacy access and ensure patients stay on their medications.” Stand with patients, hospitals and FQHCs: Pass House Bill 2371 SA 2 to protect 340B in Illinois. Learn more.
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Credit & Debit Cards May Not Work For Tips, Starting July 1
Monday, May 4, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] The IFPA—the Credit Card Chaos law—could hurt Illinois’ tipped workers. Servers, stylists, rideshare drivers and other gig workers who rely on tips could see their income drop if customers can’t tip on cards and are limited to the cash they carry. Before chaos hits on July 1, lawmakers should reverse course and repeal the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. Learn more at: guardyourcard.com/Illinois
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It’s Time To Bring Safer Rides To Illinois
Monday, May 4, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Waymo is ready to bring safe, reliable, autonomous rides to Illinois – but we need your help! Waymo is already mapping Chicago’s unique streets and traffic patterns to lay the groundwork for operations. Never tired or distracted, Waymo provides hundreds of thousands of fully autonomous rides every week across ten major U.S. cities, from Los Angeles to Atlanta — from multi-lane expressways to dense city streets, including the demands of winter weather. The data shows Waymo’s autonomous vehicles are involved in thirteen times fewer injury-causing collisions compared to humans (as of 3/20/26, see waymo.com/safety). Let’s bring safer rides to Illinois. 
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Showcasing The Retailers Who Make Illinois Work
Monday, May 4, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the perfect time to visit Anandi Fashions in Buffalo Grove. The vibrant Indian boutique offers authentic, hand-selected clothing and jewelry. Owner Kalpana Boyina manages the boutique alongside her husband, Santosh. Known as a local favorite and a destination shop, it draws customers seeking colorful, comfortable designs rooted in India’s rich textile traditions. Retail provides one out of every five Illinois jobs, generates the second largest amount of tax revenue for the state, and is the largest source of revenue for local governments. But retail is also so much more, with retailers serving as the trusted contributors to life’s moments, big and small. We Are Retail and IRMA are dedicated to sharing the stories of retailers like Kalpana and Santosh in Buffalo Grove who serve their communities with dedication and pride. Please visit https://WeAreRetail.IRMA.org/.
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