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Today in History: May 9, FDA approves first birth control pill

  • By The Associated Press
  • Updated May 9, 2026

Today is Saturday, May 9, the 129th day of 2026. There are 236 days left in the year.

Thousands travel to Illinois for abortion care, advocates say access still limited
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Thousands travel to Illinois for abortion care, advocates say access still limited

  • La'Miya Starnes
  • Updated Feb 2, 2026

Abortion policy remains one of the most divisive issues in the country. Here in Illinois, abortion is legal, and advocates say the state is one of the few places people from surrounding states can go to receive care.

Pritzker signs HB0135 into law, making birth control available over the counter in Illinois
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Pritzker signs HB0135 into law, making birth control available over the counter in Illinois

  • Updated Jul 22, 2021

CHICAGO, Ill. (WAND) — Governor JB Pritzker signs HB 0135 into law granting Illinoisans access to birth control over the counter. 

Trump birth control coverage rules blocked nationwide
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Trump birth control coverage rules blocked nationwide

  • Jan 14, 2019

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A federal judge on Monday put a nationwide hold on Trump administration rules that allow more employers to opt out of p…

Wrong instructions lead to birth control pill recall
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Wrong instructions lead to birth control pill recall

  • Nov 6, 2018
Wrong instructions lead to birth control pill recall
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Wrong instructions lead to birth control pill recall

  • Nov 6, 2018

(WAND) – A birth control medication is under recall because of incorrect instructions, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. 

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