Daisy Contreras
Daisy reports on various assignments for NPR Illinois. She graduated from the Public Affairs Reporting master’s degree program at the University of Illinois Springfield, where she spent time covering the legislative session for NPR Illinois' Illinois Issues. Daisy interned then researched for the Chicago Reporter. She obtained an associate degree in French language from Harry S Truman College and a bachelor's degree in communications from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Before coming to Springfield, Daisy worked in communication roles for several Chicago non-profits. Daisy is from Chicago where she attended Lane Tech High School.
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Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner Tuesday vetoed the only gun-control legislation to reach his desk — one month after the Parkland, Florida shooting.
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A new state law breaks down the guidelines an attorney must follow in a so called "collaborative divorce." Couples who choose this team-based approach…
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Many blind parents say they have fallen prey to preconceived biases involving their children and their parenting capabilities. A new law in Illinois...
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Illinois lawmakers acted quickly last month in response to sexual harassment allegations at the statehouse. But several female legislators say this isn...
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In another step to help prevent more overdose related deaths, the state of Illinois rolled out a 24/7 opioid and substance addiction helpline Tuesday.
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Communities across Illinois lacking access to fresh food will soon be tracked. This initiative , which goes into effect mid-2018, will attempt to solve...
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The push continues to legalize recreational marijuana in Illinois. This time, support comes from a travel expert who wants to see the state adopt the...
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With the final week of veto session underway, the Illinois General Assembly took action meant to address sexual harassment at the state Capitol.
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Thirty-four activists were arrested outside Gov. Bruce Rauner’s Statehouse office last night. They’d come to Springfield on foot, marching about 200...