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Illinois’ New Teen Driver Laws Explained

An article featured in the October issue of The Community Word outlined the potential pitfalls teen drivers face and the requirements for the state’s graduated licensing system. On August 20 of this year, Governor Blagojevich signed a law that tightens the restrictions imposed on young drivers with the intention of making teenagers more responsible...
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Cost of college textbooks rising rapidly

It’s that time of year when students start to think about going back to school. After paying for the steep cost of tuition at colleges and universities, many students and parents are often confronted with another high-priced expense: textbooks. The price of textbooks and other materials needed for courses is rising rapidly, and many...
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Fees jack up the price of buying tickets to events

Summer is the season for concerts. Whether it’s large touring festivals, big name acts, or reunited bands, tickets for these shows can become quite expensive. High ticket prices may cause some potential concert goers to opt out, but those who are willing to shell out the big bucks are in for a surprise when...
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