Measure to help relatives foster kids in state care signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday signed a bill aimed at making it easier for relatives of children in the state’s care to get licensed as foster parents and receive financial assistance, creating a law advocates say could help thousands of families and children in Illinois. “Wherever possible, a family member who already knows and loves a child can provide stability and familiarity, ...