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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Traffic Data Stop Statistical Study Task Force met July 25

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Traffic Data Stop Statistical Study Task Force met Thursday, July 25

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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Traffic & Pedestrian Stop Statistical Study Task Force met Aug. 22

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Traffic & Pedestrian Stop Statistical Study Task Force met Thursday, Aug. 22

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Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator Licensure Review Committee met July 18

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator Licensure Review Committee met Thursday, July 18

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Illinois State Board of Education, State Assessment Review Committee met Aug. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, State Assessment Review Committee met Tuesday, Aug. 27

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North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 Independent Authority and the Financial Oversight Panel met Aug. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 Independent Authority and the Financial Oversight Panel met Tuesday, Aug. 27

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Illinois Department of Human Services Commission on Children of Incarcerated Parents met Aug. 23

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Department of Human Services Commission on Children of Incarcerated Parents met Tuesday, Aug. 23

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Latino Advisory Council met Aug. 28

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Latino Advisory Council met Wednesday, Aug. 28

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Child Welfare Advisory Committee met Aug. 28

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Child Welfare Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Aug. 28

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Institutional Review Board met Aug. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Institutional Review Board met Tuesday, Aug. 27

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Statewide Parent Advisory Council met Aug. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Statewide Parent Advisory Council met Tuesday, Aug. 27

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, CWAC LGBTQI Diversity and Inclusion Subcommittee met Aug. 20

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 28, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, CWAC LGBTQI Diversity and Inclusion Subcommittee met Tuesday, Aug. 20

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Illinois sees inflation increase as of July 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 27, 2024

As of July 2024, Illinois experienced a 20.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.

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Illinois reports first West Nile virus death of 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 27, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported the first 2024 death of an Illinois resident due to West Nile virus (WNV). The individual, in their 80s and residing in Lake County, experienced the onset of WNV symptoms in mid-August and died shortly thereafter. In addition to this fatality, IDPH has confirmed nine non-fatal cases of WNV so far this year.

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Illinois Department of Revenue reminds taxpayers of back-to-school tax benefits

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 26, 2024

As the new school year begins, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding eligible taxpayers that they may claim back-to-school expenses for their K-12 students on their 2024 Illinois individual income tax returns.

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Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending July 6?

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 26, 2024

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending July 6 found here.

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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois as of week ending Aug. 24

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 25, 2024

The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois as of week ending Aug. 24.

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Illinois Family Institute’s Smith: ‘Pritzker and Johnson have a proven track record of supporting policies that are not simply anti-business, but anti-family’

By Prairie State Wire reports | Aug 23, 2024

As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) unfolds at Chicago's United Center, David E. Smith, Executive Director of the Illinois Family Institute (IFI), has sharply criticized Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson for their policies, accusing them of being "anti-family" and "anti-business."

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Illinois DCFS promotes foster care at Du Quoin State Fair

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 23, 2024

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (Illinois DCFS) will host a tent at the 2024 Du Quoin State Fair, aiming to engage families and share information about its programs and services. The tent, located on the Midway, will provide visitors with insights into transforming children's lives through foster care, adoption, or guardianship. Agency recruiters will be available to discuss employment opportunities and accept applications for positions within DCFS. Additionally, free gun locks will be distributed to promote child safety in homes with firearms.

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Nonfarm jobs rise in nine Illinois metro areas as unemployment rates increase statewide

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 22, 2024

Over-the-year, total nonfarm jobs increased in nine metropolitan areas, decreased in three, and remained unchanged in two for the year ending July 2024, according to data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Over-the-year, the unemployment rate increased in all fourteen metropolitan areas.

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Du Quoin State Fair reveals free beer tent entertainment schedule

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 22, 2024

Du Quoin, IL - The Du Quoin State Fair has unveiled its lineup of free entertainment at the RollnUp beer tent for the 2024 fair. This event will run from August 23 to September 2 and will feature a variety of performances across different days.