CHICAGO (CBS) -- Planned Parenthood announced Wednesday that is closing four clinics in Illinois. One of the health centers is the Englewood Health Center at 6059 S. Ashland Ave. The others are located in Ottawa, Decatur, and Bloomington in Central Illinois.

In an effort to minimize patient disruptions, Planned Parenthood of Illinois leaders said they plan to expand patient care at other locations as needed and through the PPDirect app.

Planned Parenthood of Illinois is closing four clinics, cutting staff and beefing up its telehealth care as the organization continues to deal with financial issues.

Cecile Richards, the former president of Planned Parenthood and an outspoken advocate for abortion and women's rights, has passed away.

Former Planned Parenthood president and lifelong reproductive rights activist Cecile Richards has died. She was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2023.

A former Planned Parenthood president and staunch women's rights advocate Cecile Richards has died at the age of 67.

Planned Parenthood of Illinois (PPIL) is closing four health centers across the state, including one in Chicago.

Protesters gathered in downtown St. Petersburg Wednesday, despite the chilly temperatures, on the 52nd anniversary of the overturned Roe v. Wade decision. Abortion supporters joined the rally to show support for the historic federal court ruling that legalized safe and legal access to abortion.

Thousands of anti-abortion activists are coming to Washington for the annual March for Life, seeking to build momentum after a string of victories and maintain pressure on legislators.

Citing a “financial shortfall,” Planned Parenthood of Illinois announced Wednesday – on the 52nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade – that it will be closing four clinics across the state, including one on Chicago’s South Side.

Good morning, Chicago. Citing a “financial shortfall,” Planned Parenthood of Illinois announced yesterday — on the 52nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade — that it will be closing four clinics across the state,