VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Illinois in Q3 2025 vs. Q2
The VA issued 712 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Illinois during the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to 484 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Illinois small business group voices opposition to proposed state energy legislation
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a key advocacy group for small businesses in Illinois, has announced its opposition to SB 25, an energy bill currently under consideration by the General Assembly. “Main Street businesses are...
- FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Illinois during September
 - Average VA home loan amount in Illinois increases in Q3
 - Illinois financial regulation secretary receives national leadership award
 - VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Illinois average $313,700 for Q3
 - Rep. Davis on DCFS investigations: 'We’re literally dealing with kids’ lives and parental rights'
 
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Illinois House GOP calls for reliable, affordable energy for families
The Illinois House GOP has announced that state energy policies have contributed to rising energy costs, urging action to ensure reliable and affordable power for families.
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Illinois: Devices companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Illinois in September
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Devices companies from Illinois in September.
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Illinois Department of Public Health announces 2025 Minority Health Conference in Naperville
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will host the 2025 Illinois Minority Health Conference from October 20 to 22 at the Northern Illinois University Naperville Conference Center.
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Illinois Department of Agriculture announces discounts on state fair passes and holiday gift boxes
The Illinois Department of Agriculture has announced special seasonal discounts on Illinois State Fair passes and holiday gift boxes featuring local products.
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Illinois Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation Employers: 4 H-2A approvals in 2024
In 2024, 100% of H-2A petitions filed by Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation employers in Illinois were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.
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Suzanne "Sue" Boyce, Longtime Palos Community Hospital Staff Member, Passes Away at 75
Suzanne "Sue" Boyce passed away on Oct. 23. Below is the obituary.
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Walter A. Kampwirth, Former Sears Employee and Family Man, Passes Away at 77
Walter A. Kampwirth passed away on Oct. 23. Below is the obituary.
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Illinois lawmakers end first week of fall veto session without votes
Illinois lawmakers gathered in Springfield from October 14 to 16 to discuss several key topics, including energy policy, tax proposals, and changes to public transit.
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Which type of Illinois companies were inspected the most by FDA in September?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six Food and Cosmetics companies from Illinois in September.
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RCCA President on Illinois politics: Gov. Pritzker 'rolled out the red carpet' for illegal immigrants
Rhonda Belford, president of the Republican County Chairmen’s Association, said on the Prairie State Wire Podcast that Illinois has effectively invited illegal immigrants while entrenching partisan power.