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after Gov. J.B. Pritzker backed her over current chair U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly. Kelly, the first Black woman elected to chair the state party, dropped out of the contest on Friday. Hernandez will be the first Latina elected to lead the state party.coming to the city to seek reproductive healthcare, including abortion.
Lollapalooza organizer Perry Farrell says he’s agreed a 10-year contract to keep the popular music festival in the city – but apparently some issues remain.Guests
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