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Illinois Department of Revenue warns public about nationwide text message scam
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has issued a warning about a new text message scam that is affecting people across the country.
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Illinois municipalities to update telecommunications tax rates effective January 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, several municipalities will implement new or revised rates for the Simplified Municipal Telecommunications Tax.
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Energy Assistance Charge rates to change for large Illinois utilities in January 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, the rates for the Energy Assistance Charge will change for utilities and cooperatives that had at least 100,000 Illinois customers as of January 1, 2021.
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Illinois Department of Transportation uses new method for Rock River bridge replacement
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has undertaken an innovative approach to replacing the two aging bridges that carry Illinois 2 over the Rock River in Rockton.
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Illinois updates Motor Fuel Tax Law definitions and requirements for 2026
Beginning January 1, 2026, changes to the Illinois Motor Fuel Tax Law will take effect as a result of Public Act 104-0006.
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Illinois to end one percent grocery sales tax starting January 2026
Beginning January 1, 2026, Illinois will end its one-percent sales and use tax on grocery sales.
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Kaitlyn Mitchum discusses legislative affairs role at Illinois Department of Transportation
Bureau Chief of State Affairs Kaitlyn Mitchum has been with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) since January 2024.
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Illinois Department of Transportation launches Intern to Hire program for aspiring civil engineers
A new initiative has been launched by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to attract and retain civil engineering talent.
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Illinois Department of Revenue schedules tax education webinar for October
The Illinois Department of Revenue will host a free 90-minute webinar on October 3, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The event is part of the department's Tax Education Webinar Series and will feature presentations from the Collections Bureau,...
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Illinois Department of Public Health issues new vaccine guidance for fall respiratory season
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released its vaccine recommendations for the 2025-2026 fall and winter respiratory season.
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Illinois to repeal 1% statewide grocery tax; resources available for local governments
The state is preparing for the repeal of the 1% statewide grocery tax.
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Pritzker signs executive order securing immunization access amid changing federal policies
Governor JB Pritzker has signed Executive Order 2025-04, initiating a statewide effort to maintain vaccine access in Illinois during the upcoming fall respiratory virus season.
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Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission appoints Cary Smith as chief operating officer
Cary Smith has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission.
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Illinois STEAM Newsletter focuses on student-led innovation and upcoming educational events
As the new school year begins, STEAM educators and students in Illinois are encouraged to focus on student-led projects and the creative processes behind them.
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Illinois Department of Public Health responds after CDC leadership resignations
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Sameer Vohra addressed recent leadership changes at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and their impact on vaccine recommendations.
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Illinois launches resource page for 2025 tax amnesty program
Paying outstanding eligible tax liabilities in Illinois during the designated amnesty period will allow taxpayers to resolve their debts without additional penalties, as long as the taxes are paid in full.
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Illinois announces tax amnesty program for certain unpaid state taxes in fall 2025
The Illinois Department of Revenue has announced the 2025 Illinois Tax Delinquency Amnesty Act, which gives taxpayers a chance to pay certain overdue state taxes without facing penalties or interest if they pay in full during a set period.
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Illinois officials remind families and educators about back-to-school tax credits
As the new school year begins, Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue are reminding families and educators in Illinois about tax credits available on their 2025 state income tax returns.
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Governor Pritzker meets southern Illinois leaders over impact of federal budget cuts on rural hospitals
Governor JB Pritzker met with healthcare leaders and state officials in Du Quoin to discuss the effects of recent federal budget cuts on rural hospitals in Illinois.
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Illinois Department of Public Health to host services and giveaways at Du Quoin State Fair
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will provide health information, services, and giveaways at its tent during the Du Quoin State Fair from August 22 to September 1, 2025.