217 Today: Two incumbent Republicans face off in the primary for Illinois’ 15th Congressional District

217 Today: Two incumbent Republicans face off in the primary for Illinois’ 15th Congressional District

ByFarrah Anderson

Thursday, May 19, 2022 Today’s headlines: Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed a measure banning the sale and ownership of “ghost guns.” The nationwide shortage of infant formula affects food-insecure families most because of state policy. Early voting begins Thursday across the state for the primary election on June 28. In today’s deep dive, we’ll…

Baby formula shortage less acute in Champaign, but tough for food insecure families
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Baby formula shortage less acute in Champaign, but tough for food insecure families

ByEmily Hays

CHAMPAIGN – While the nationwide shortage of infant formula is less severe in Champaign County than elsewhere, it has hit low-income families hardest – because of state policy. Brandon Meline is the director of maternal and child health at the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District. He says the relatively high number of grocery stores and pharmacies…