EDA awards over $6 million in grants for economic development projects in Illinois in 2023
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 13 grants totaling $6,154,998 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Illinois.
Baldwin Lake opens fish cleaning station for expanded angler convenience
A new fish cleaning station has been introduced at the Kaskaskia River State Fish and Wildlife Area in southern Illinois.
Illinois metro areas see varied job growth and unemployment changes
Over the past year, the unemployment rate fell in eleven metro areas while rising in one, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES) for the year ending February 2025.
- Bureau reports mixed job trends in Illinois metro areas
- IDNR schedules open house meetings for waterfowl hunting discussion
- IDNR adjusts trout stocking in Metro East amid flood threat
- Illinois ranks 24 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary
- Illinois State Museum receives historical items from Lincoln’s extended family
USDA offers low-interest loans to Illinois producers affected by severe weather
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the availability of low-interest emergency physical loss loans to producers in six Illinois counties.
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The Black Crowes to perform at Illinois State Fair in August
Legendary rock band The Black Crowes are set to perform at the Illinois Lottery Grandstand Stage on Saturday, August 9, as part of the Illinois State Fair's lineup.
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Culinary historian to discuss pie history at Vandalia Statehouse event
The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site in Fayette County is set to host a program on the history of pies in the United States.
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IDFPR announces February 2025 enforcement actions
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has disclosed enforcement actions carried out in February 2025.
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ISRA to launch Pistol 201 course on April 12, 2025
The Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) announced the upcoming Pistol 201 course, scheduled to begin on April 12, 2025.
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Trump administration ends liquidation extension for Illinois school funds
The Trump administration has decided to withdraw funds for Illinois schools, reversing a previous approval from the U.S. Department of Education.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry file 107 petitions in Illinois throughout 2024
Employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry based in Illinois submitted 107 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Final property assessment multiplier issued for Sangamon County
Sangamon County has been assigned a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, as confirmed by David Harris, the Director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).
