Midwest farmworkers struggle with extreme heat — and almost no regulatory safeguards

Midwest farmworkers struggle with extreme heat — and almost no regulatory safeguards

Juan Peña, 28, has worked in the fields since childhood, often exposing his body to extreme heat like the wave that hit the Midwest last week. The heat can cause such deep pain in his whole body that he just wants to lie down, he said, as his body tells him he can’t take another…

Fall and winter bring more respiratory virus activity. Here’s how to protect yourself

Fall and winter bring more respiratory virus activity. Here’s how to protect yourself

Many respiratory viruses circulate year-round in the United States, and more activity is typically seen during fall and winter. The public is likely to be exposed to coronavirus, flu, and RSV in the coming months. Here’s what people should know about these viruses and the available vaccines. RSV  Respiratory syncytial virus is a common virus…

217 Today: Ex-top aide to Michael Madigan found guilty of perjury and attempted obstruction of justi

217 Today: Ex-top aide to Michael Madigan found guilty of perjury and attempted obstruction of justi

Monday, August 28, 2023 Today’s headlines:  A lot of Illinois employers will have to start posting salary and benefits information in job listings thanks to a newly signed law. More students are visiting the University of Illinois system from Mexico this year. An emergency official in rural Tazewell County says she’s concerned about their ability…