Kristen Schorsch
Reporter, Health and County Government
Spyropoulos, a commissioner on the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District board, had far more campaign contributions than Iris Martinez and the backing of the county Democratic Party.
Updated Mar 19, 2024
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In more than a dozen interviews about Preckwinkle, allies and rivals describe a “masterful” politician and how she’s held onto power.
Mar 15, 2024
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Incumbent Tara Stamps has less campaign money than Democratic challenger Zerlina Smith-Members but has the county board president’s backing.
Feb 24, 2024
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The money aims to increase access to community-based providers, such as paying licensing fees for midwives or capital expenses to open birth centers.
Feb 21, 2024
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A pediatric health care network whose owners include Lurie is offering short-term loans to bridge the financial gap for community pediatricians.
Feb 16, 2024
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Incumbent Iris Martinez took on her own party and won four years ago. Now, she faces another tough fight from her own party for reelection.
Feb 16, 2024
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Some community providers who rely on Lurie’s network say they can’t bill patients or access online records and are sending patients elsewhere.
Feb 9, 2024
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More than a week into the shutdown, hospital officials confirmed publicly why the system is offline but said patient care remains their priority.
Feb 8, 2024
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Dozens of employees are taking a 20% pay cut at a key health care provider for migrants and asylum seekers on Chicago’s West Side.
Feb 1, 2024
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There’s no required income to be part of the program, which aims to connect families with everything from housing to lactation services.
Dec 26, 2023
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