Prairie State Wire

Governor JB Pritzker has announced the allocation of $14.7 million in federal grants to extend Illinois' Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program (LFPA) beyond June 30, 2025.

Illinois takes control over Pulaski Savings Bank; Millennium Bank ensures service continuity

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Banking, alongside the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), has assumed control of Pulaski Savings Bank in Chicago.

Illinois warns residents about winter heating safety amid rising risks

Winter in Illinois brings cold weather and increased risks of home heating fires and carbon monoxide incidents.

Illinois prepares for nationwide celebration marking America's 250th anniversary

Preparations are in motion for Illinois to partake in the nationwide celebration of 250 years of independence in 2026.

Millennium Bank assumes control over Pulaski Savings Bank amid financial instability

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Banking, in collaboration with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), has assumed control of Pulaski Savings Bank in Chicago.

Illinois fines mortgage firm $20M over data breach impacting millions

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 16, 2025

Illinois, along with 52 state financial regulatory agencies, has imposed a $20 million penalty on Bayview Asset Management LLC and its affiliates for inadequate cybersecurity practices.

Illinois joins multi-state enforcement against Block Inc. for BSA/AML violations

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 16, 2025

Illinois, along with 47 other state financial regulatory agencies, has initiated an enforcement action against Block, Inc. The company is accused of violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) laws.

Jeanne Ives: 'Every IL Dem is so woke and stupid that they voted against the Protecting Women and Girls Sports Act'

Jeanne Ives said, "If they can't vote for this bill, then you know it's all virtue signaling to a small radical minority," in response to Illinois Democrats voting against the Protecting Women and Girls in Sports Act.

Beacon launches mental health resource portal for Illinois youth

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Children's Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative (CBHTI) have launched the BEACON care portal, a new resource for youth mental health services in Illinois.

Illinois Department of Revenue announces start of 2025 income tax season

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has announced that it will start accepting and processing 2025 tax returns on January 27.

Illinois Conservation Foundation opens applications for 2025 scholarships

Applications are now open for the 2025 Conservation Achievement Scholarship program, offered by the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF).

FOIA Request Sent to Lee County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Lee County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025.

Small business optimism rises despite ongoing challenges

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index saw a rise of 3.4 points in December, reaching 105.1.

FOIA Request Sent to Jefferson County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Jefferson County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025.

FOIA Request Sent to Ogle County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Ogle County Clerk on January 14, 2025.

FOIA Request Sent to Randolph County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025