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US Politics · United States

Trump administration shuts down LGBTQ youth suicide hotline

63% Center coverage: 73 sources

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s specialized services for LGBTQ+ youth have officially ended operations, meaning people contacting 988 for help no longer have the option to “press 3” to reach counselors specifically trained to respond to the needs of this group. See the Story

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Seat Maker Adient to Partner with EV Maker Rivian, Bringing New Jobs to Illinois

50% Center coverage: 6 sources

NORMAL, Ill. (WTVO) — A global supplier of components for electric vehicles is building a facility in Normal to supply parts for Illinois-based automaker Rivian, Gov. JB Pritzker announced Monday. Adient plans to invest $8 million in Illinois, with support from the state's Reimagining Energy and Vehicles (REV) Act, and create 75 full time jobs. The company specializes in design, development, and manufacturing of seating systems and components fo…See the Story

Bloomington, Illinois · Bloomington

Bloomington-Normal Community Land Trust is staying busy as it prepares for its first home

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The leaders of the Bloomington-Normal Community Land Trust say they've made lots of progress since forming two years ago. They plan to buy and at least begin rehabbing their first home sometime in 2026.Bloomington, Illinois · Bloomington Read Article

Advocacy group for people with criminal records launches Fully Free BloNo chapter

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

A Chicago-based nonprofit advocating for people living with criminal records is branching out, with its first chapter launching in the Bloomington-Normal area. Fully Free BloNo chapter hosts a kickoff party 3 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Bloomington's Miller Park.Bloomington, Illinois · Bloomington Read Article

Rivian Confirms Manufacturing Layoffs Ahead of R2 Launch

45% Center coverage: 9 sources

Rivian Automotive has laid off roughly 150 salaried manufacturing workers to "improve operational efficiency" ahead of the scheduled launch of the company's newest model next year, the company confirmed.Rivian · United States See the Story

Deriva Energy proposes 300-megawatt solar farm in eastern McLean County

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

A proposed solar farm in McLean County would be the largest in the county at 300 megawatts of power. Deriva Energy, based out of North Carolina, would develop the Dawson Solar project located nine miles southeast of Bloomington-Normal.Bloomington, Illinois · Bloomington Read Article

Track work will block Linden Street rail crossing near Uptown Normal for several days

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

All lanes of Linden Street at the railroad crossing near Uptown Normal will be closed beginning at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 29, weather permitting.Bloomington, Illinois · Bloomington Read Article

Alabama Lawmakers Concerned About Safety Following Minnesota Shooting

72% Left coverage: 46 sources

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WHNT) — Nearly one week after two Minnesota lawmakers were shot, there are concerns about the safety of state leaders in Alabama. Lawmakers told me they will be more vigilant while using their voices in both chambers. What to do if you encounter a black bear in Alabama Rep. Kenyatte Hassell (D-Montgomery) recalled the time he received a death threat over a bill he sponsored. "Just like the person told me. You know, 'I sho…Laura Loomer · Minnesota See the Story

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