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President of Awake Illinois: 'You cannot find unity with people who will strip you of your parental rights'

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 13, 2025

Shannon Adcock, president of Awake Illinois, expressed concerns about moderate leaders failing families by compromising with radicals who undermine parental rights.

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Illinois Route 83 ramp reopens as bridge repairs continue

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 13, 2025

The ramp connecting the westbound Reagan Memorial Tollway (I-88) to southbound Illinois Route 83 is set to reopen tonight, June 10.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Illinois increases from Q3 to Q4 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 11, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Illinois in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $315,726, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Illinois: Veterinary companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Illinois in Q1

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted five inspections at five Veterinary companies from Illinois in the first quarter of 2025.

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Breakthrough Ideas founder: 'Corporate and academic elites didn't have the courage to get rid of DEI on their own'

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 10, 2025

Jeanne Ives, a former state legislator and founder of Breakthrough Ideas, has commented on the recent termination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.

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Illinois expands online licensing system with new professional categories

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 10, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has expanded its new online licensing system, CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment), to include 21 additional professions.

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Kids' fishing derby set for June at Weldon Springs State Park

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 10, 2025

Weldon Springs State Park in DeWitt County will host a kids' fishing derby on Saturday, June 14, as part of Illinois free fishing days.

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NFIB reports rise in small business optimism amid ongoing tax concerns

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 10, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index showed a notable increase in May, rising by three points to 98.8, slightly surpassing the 51-year average of 98.

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Illinois partners with top hospitals for pathogen treatment centers

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 10, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker has announced a collaboration between the State of Illinois and two major Chicago hospitals, Rush University Medical Center and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.

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Illinois Commerce Commission approves rail safety upgrades in Galesburg

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 10, 2025

On Thursday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved a series of rail safety improvements in Galesburg.

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Illinois expands online licensing system with new professions

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 10, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has announced the addition of 21 new professions to its online licensing system, CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment).

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Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry file 803 H-1B petitions in Illinois throughout 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 9, 2025

Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in Illinois submitted 803 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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Illinois receives $193.7 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q4

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 9, 2025

The VA issued 597 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Illinois during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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IDOL recovers unpaid wages and penalties from contractor

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 9, 2025

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has successfully recovered over $85,000 in unpaid wages for 17 workers who were employed on a construction project in Saline County.

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Illinois Conservation Foundation announces 2025 scholarship recipients

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 9, 2025

The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Conservation Achievement Scholarship.

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Joyce L. Krohne, 77, of Orland Park, passes away

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 8, 2025

Joyce Louise Krohne passed away on June 6. Below is the obituary.

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James “Jim” William Lackey Remembered for His Generous Spirit, Love for Bowling, and Strong Family Bonds

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 7, 2025

James "Jim" Lackey passed away on June 5. Below is the obituary.

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Richard W. Dew, Skilled Mechanic and Devoted Family Man, Dies at 59

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 7, 2025

Richard W. Dew passed away on June 5. Below is the obituary.

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Robert “Bob” Granger Remembered for Bowling Legacy and Generosity

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 7, 2025

Robert F. Granger passed away on June 5. Below is the obituary.

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Dorothy Rose Basta, Remembered for Love, Dedication, and Avid Sox Fandom

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 7, 2025

Dorothy R. Basta passed away on June 5. Below is the obituary.