Illinois extends deadline for health guide grants

Community groups in Illinois have been given more time to apply for $28 million in grants to help consumers learn how to shop for health insurance that will be available under President Barack Obama’s health overhaul law.

Illinois officials announced Friday they’ve extended the deadline for grant applications by 12 days to June 11. The new deadline gives more time for applicants to find collaborative partners, state officials said. Click here to read  Carla K. Johnson’s full story from the AP, or here for more information or to apply for the grant.