Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument in Alton receives renovation
A monument in Alton, honoring the renowned abolitionist Elijah Lovejoy, has undergone significant restoration work courtesy of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and community supporters.
Adult use cannabis February 2025 sales figures show slight downturn from January
State officials released the sales figures for adult use of cannabis for the past months, highlighting the sales activity that occurred in January and February 2025.
Illinois Department of Natural Resources outlines April events and activities
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has released a schedule of events for April, highlighting activities across the state related to fishing, wildlife, and cultural heritage.
- H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry file 107 petitions in Illinois throughout 2024
- Lewis and Clark site to host presentation on North American exploration
- Illinois Rifle Association supports DOJ in Second Amendment rights investigation
- IDPH highlights month-long public health awareness and events in April
- Dana-Thomas House to host Gatsby fundraiser in April
Commission meeting location changed to Malcolm X College
The location for the Commission and Board of Interpreters Meetings scheduled for March 27 and 28, 2025, has been changed.
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Trump administration cuts millions in public health funding
I am writing to you as we are learning about significant federal funding cuts recently announced by the Trump administration.
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Altamont High School Drama Club presents "Almost, Maine" this week
The Altamont High School Drama Club, in collaboration with 3 Chicks and a Stage, is set to present "Almost, Maine."
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How many H-1B petitions made by Illinois employers were approved during 2024?
In 2024, 98.7% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Illinois were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Trump administration ends federal grants affecting Illinois' infectious disease programs
The Trump Administration has informed the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) about the termination of federal grants intended to support public health initiatives against infectious diseases.
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Organization co-founded by 'transmasc, nonbinary, artist and organizer' endorses Illinois HB2827
AThe Coalition For Responsible Home Education CRHE recently endorsed Illinois HB2827, a proposed bill aimed at increasing oversight of homeschooling in the state. The group was co-founded by Kieryn Darkwater, a “transmasc, nonbinary, artist and organizer who grew up trained to fight in the ‘culture war.’”
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New Illinois bill advances, aims to regulate workplace temperature standards
The Illinois House Labor & Commerce Committee has approved HB 3762, which proposes extensive workplace temperature regulations affecting employers throughout the state.
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Supreme Court upholds Biden-era rule on ghost guns amid dissension
The Supreme Court has upheld a regulation from the Biden administration concerning ghost guns.
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2022: How government transfer reliance in Illinois has changed since 1970
In 2022, government transfers contributed 16% of income in Illinois. How does this compare to historical figures?
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Illinois Family Institute’s Smith: ‘School administrators should never allow or pressure students to share intimate spaces with individuals of the opposite sex’
David E. Smith, Executive Director of the Illinois Family Institute, is voicing strong opposition to the policies that allow transgender students to use facilities that align with their gender identity, emphasizing the importance of maintaining separate spaces for biological males and females.
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Illinois State Fair announces thrilling event lineup at The Arena
The Illinois State Fair has announced a diverse lineup of events set to take place in The Arena during the 2025 fair.
