Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of July.
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🎓 Education
Governor JB Pritzker signed a law that will require school districts to ban cellphones and personal devices during classes starting in the 2027-2028 school year; the ban allows exceptions for educational, medical, or special needs cases.
🏛️ Government
State Rep. Maurice West announced more than $2.5 million in state funding on Tuesday to help local nonprofits and community organizations support workforce development, health care and after school programs — the money will finance capital improvements for veteran groups, libraries and other local projects.
🏈 Sports
The Women’s Baseball World Cup ended last week in Rockford, drawing over 7,000 visitors and filling about 3,500 hotel rooms; local officials noted strong business for restaurants and venues as part of the city’s growing sports tourism plan + future tournaments are on the horizon.
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