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Illinois Returns 1,500 Acres to Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation

3/26/2025

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In a powerful step towards healing, Illinois has returned 1,500 acres of Shabbona Lake State Park to the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, addressing a historical wrong from the 1800s. Governor JB Pritzker's signing of the law not only preserves public access but also strengthens ties with Indigenous communities, marking a significant moment of reconciliation.

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Story summary

In a powerful step towards healing, Illinois has returned 1,500 acres of Shabbona Lake State Park to the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, addressing a historical wrong from the 1800s. Governor JB Pritzker's signing of the law not only preserves public access but also strengthens ties with Indigenous communities, marking a significant moment of reconciliation.