Health

WSIU's Jennifer Fuller talks with SIU President Dan Mahony

Lawmakers on Tuesday will again hear the case for overhauling how nursing homes in Illinois get paid — and the case against Gov. JB Pritzker’s exact plans for how the system should change.

Sets qualifications and educational standards; goes into effect in October 2022

Clarifies that the law does not prohibit employers from enforcing COVID-19 mandates

Governor says child vaccine requirement would have to come from lawmakers

Senate could vote on bill Thursday; would take effect June 2022 if signed

A new study found children in poverty and those in pre-1950s housing had the highest risk of lead poisoning.

New mandate will cover 55,000 workers

Centerstone is the recipient of the 2.6 million dollar, five year grant.