Illinois State Fire Marshal Awards $4 Million in Grants to Illinois Fire Departments and EMS Providers
Springfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced today the recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $4 million was awarded to 165 fire departments/districts and EMS providers across the state. The program was established to provide grants of up to $26,000 each for the purchase of small firefighting and ambulance equipment.Illinois State Fire Marshal James A. Rivera expressed his satisfaction with the increased funding this year, stating, "We continue to see and hear about the need and understand the issues fire...
As Respiratory Virus Season Winds Down, Virus Levels Continue Downward Trend Across Illinois
CHICAGO – With the respiratory virus season continuing to wind down, Illinois’ overall respiratory virus level is now Minimal and all counties in the state are at Low level for COVID-19 hospitalizations, according to CDC data for the week ending April 20. The total number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in Illinois declined 22% during the same week, according to the CDC COVID Data Tracker."I am happy to see the continued decline in respiratory viruses across the state," said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. "As the respiratory season winds down, I want to make Illinoisians...
IDOA & IDPH Monitoring H5N1 Influenza in Dairy Cattle
SPRINGFIELD, IL – While no cases have been reported in Illinois, federal agencies confirmed the detection of H5N1 influenza virus in dairy herds in eight states across the U.S. The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are working closely to monitor the situation and are jointly coordinating prevention and response measures. This includes working with producer groups and partner organizations to promote education to veterinarians and cattle farmers on the clinical signs of H5N1 influenza so that potential infections...
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Discussion on Gun Rights with Richard Pearson: A Conversation with Andy
Andy from ASO Magazine recently sat down with Richard Pearson from the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) for an update on ISRA activities. Pearson expressed his frustration with the negative portrayal of gun owners, stating, “Ninety-eight percent of the people in this country are decent, hardworking, honest Americans. It’s the other lousy two percent that get all the publicity. But then, we elected them.”Regarding the opposition to gun rights, Pearson remarked, “The people who work against your gun rights are basically saying to you, ‘The right of the criminal to...
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of March 3
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of March 3.
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Who made the biggest political contributions in Illinois during week ending March 2?
The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending March 2 found here.
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of Feb. 25
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of Feb. 25.
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Electronic Payments Coalition Chair: Durbin ‘weaponizing the federal government’ as retribution for opposition to credit card regulations
Richard Hunt, executive chairman of the Electronic Payment Coalition (EPC), said yesterday that U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) has requested a federal hearing on airline credit card and rewards programs as “retribution” for the airline industry’s opposition to Durbin’s proposed credit card regulations.
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Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending Feb. 24?
The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Feb. 24 found here.
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OPINION: The Justin Beaton Case and the Importance of Accurate News Reporting
In a world overwhelmed by information, news plays a vital role in shaping public opinion and influencing society. The Justin Beaton teacher case is a glaring example of how accurate news reporting can have significant implications for individuals and the broader justice system.
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of Feb. 18
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of Feb. 18.
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Who made the biggest political contributions in Illinois during week ending Feb. 17?
The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Feb. 17 found here.
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of Feb. 11
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of Feb. 11.
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Illinois Democrats seeking California-like Skittles ban
A group of Democrat State Senators are seeking to ban the red dye used in the popular candy, Skittles, as well as several other food additives, claiming they are unhealthy.