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Illinois releases report on sickle cell treatment accessibility

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) has released its inaugural report from the Advisory Council on Financing and Access to Sickle Cell Disease Treatment and other High-Cost Drugs.

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Illinois joins IRS Direct File service for free electronic tax filing

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) announced that the state will participate in the IRS Direct File service starting January 27, 2025.

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2023: Illinois ranks 27th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $6,154,997

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Illinois received $6,154,997 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 27th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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Free webinars offer guidance on retirement savings and taxes for Illinois businesses

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 9, 2025

Illinois small businesses and entrepreneurs are invited to participate in a series of webinars scheduled for January 22 and 23.

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Illinois offers free webinars on retirement savings and tax registration

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 9, 2025

A series of webinars is being organized for small businesses and entrepreneurs in Illinois.

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NFIB launches 2025 Illinois state ballot for member voting

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 9, 2025

NFIB's 2025 state ballot was distributed to its Illinois members via email on January 7.

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Illinois sees rise in tax revenue despite projected budget shortfalls

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 9, 2025

State tax receipts in Illinois have shown resilience, despite projections of budget shortfalls for the upcoming year.

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Illinois invests billions in statewide transportation modernization

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 8, 2025

Under the direction of Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has continued efforts to modernize and revitalize transportation infrastructure across Illinois throughout 2024.

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NFIB outlines priorities for supporting Illinois small businesses in 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 8, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Illinois has announced its legislative priorities for 2025, emphasizing the need to support small businesses across the state.

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Illinois sees less property tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 7, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $18 million in property tax revenue for Illinois, a 5.3% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Plainfield Resident Florence Johnson, 94, Passed Away at Home

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 7, 2025

Florence Johnson passed away on Jan. 5. Below is the obituary.

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Analysis: Illinois one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 6, 2025

An analysis by Prairie State Wire shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Illinois is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

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Illinois sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 6, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $5.8 billion in individual income tax revenue for Illinois, a 15.2% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Illinois awards grants for pilot projects tackling local healthcare inequities

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 6, 2025

Following a competitive grant process, the administration of Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) have announced two Health Equity Zone (HEZ) grants aimed at addressing historic health disparities in McDonough...

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Illinois bank's interest rate on savings accounts set at 0.005% as of Dec 31

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 6, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Banking has announced the interest rate paid by the largest commercial bank in Illinois.

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Illinois joins federal initiative aiming to enhance maternal health outcomes

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 6, 2025

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) has announced its selection by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to join the Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model.

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Romeoville Resident Rocco Tudisco, 90, Passes Away at UChicago Bolingbrook Hospital

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 3, 2025

Rocco Tudisco passed away on Jan. 1. Below is the obituary.

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Illinois announces bilingual livestock manager training options for 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 3, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA), in collaboration with the University of Illinois Extension, has announced the Certified Livestock Manager Training (CLMT) for 2025.

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Illinois updates tax rules for leased or rented property

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 2, 2025

Effective January 1, 2025, businesses leasing or renting tangible personal property in Illinois are now considered retailers under the state's Sales and Use Tax laws.

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Illinois announces changes to income tax forms for 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 2, 2025

Changes have been announced for the 2024 Illinois Income Tax forms and schedules affecting individuals and businesses.