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Illinois sees slight rise in unemployment rate amid steady job growth
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage point to 5.0 percent, while nonfarm payrolls increased by 10,400 in June, based on preliminary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The revised May unemployment rate was 4.9 percent, unchanged from the preliminary figure. May's monthly change in payrolls was revised from +12,700 to +9,600 jobs.
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Illinois sees rise in unemployment rate and payroll jobs in June
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the state's unemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage point to 5.0 percent in June, while nonfarm payrolls rose by 10,400 jobs. This data, provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), was released by IDES. The revised unemployment rate for May remained at 4.9 percent, and the monthly change in payrolls for May was adjusted from an initial report of 12,700 to 9,600 jobs.
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Illinois grants tax relief due to computerized vehicle registration outage
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is providing relief for taxpayers affected by the outage of CDK Global’s Computerized Vehicle Registration (CVR) system. This outage has impacted the filing of Forms ST-556, Sales Tax Transaction Return, and ST-556-LSE, Transaction Return for Leases.
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White County's final multiplier for property assessment remains unchanged
White County has been issued a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).
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Illinois State Fair kicks off grandstand action with harness racing event
The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will host harness racing to commence County Fairs and Horse Racing Day on Thursday, August 8. Recognized as one of the fastest dirt tracks globally, the one-mile track will feature races sponsored by the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) on opening day. Every participating horse will be either Illinois conceived or foaled.
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Adams County issues tentative multiplier for property assessments
Adams County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).
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Authorities launch campaign urging drivers to reduce speed
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and law enforcement agencies convened today at the Route 66 Exhibit at the Illinois State Fairgrounds to promote the nationwide "Speeding Catches Up with You" campaign. The initiative aims to emphasize safe driving practices in Illinois and remind motorists to reduce their speed.
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First human case of West Nile virus reported in Illinois for 2024
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Illinois for 2024. The individual, who is in their 60s and resides in suburban Cook County, began showing symptoms in mid-June. Although commercial testing and clinical symptoms indicate a case of WNV, confirmatory testing by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is pending.
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Illinois reports first human case of West Nile virus in 2024
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Illinois for 2024. The case, involving an individual in their 60s from suburban Cook County, was identified through commercial testing and clinical symptoms. Confirmatory testing by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is pending. The onset of symptoms occurred in mid-June.
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Illinois opens its 100th social equity cannabis dispensary
Today, the Pritzker Administration announced that SEquity Ventures (LLC dba The Dispensary Champaign) became the 100th social equity cannabis dispensary to open in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) issued a full adult-use cannabis dispensary license to The Dispensary Champaign on June 6, 2024. The company applied for and was selected in the Social Equity Criteria Lottery (SECL) and met the lottery's criteria.
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Authorities investigate gastrointestinal disease outbreak linked to wildlife rehab facility
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are collaborating with public health authorities in Rock Island and Iowa to investigate an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis. This gastrointestinal disease has affected at least 12 individuals who were volunteering at a wildlife rehabilitation facility in Rock Island County.
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Illinois leads nation in diverse cannabis business ownership
CHICAGO – Today, the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO) published the Disparity and Availability Study for adult use cannabis licenses in Illinois. The study found that Illinois currently has the most diverse cannabis industry in the nation. Conducted as required by the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (CRTA), the study examined 559 adult use cannabis licenses issued by the state to more than 400 businesses from January 1, 2020, through January 31, 2023.
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Illinois reaches $1 billion in cannabis retail sales for fiscal year
Governor JB Pritzker announced today that Illinois reached $1 billion in cannabis retail sales on July 1, 2024. This includes more than $850 million in adult-use cannabis sales and almost $150 million in medical cannabis sales. This milestone was achieved nearly two weeks faster in 2024 compared to 2023, when the $1 billion sales mark was not reached until July 10. Additionally, Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which represents an increase from Fiscal Year 2023 ($1.9 billion) and Fiscal Year 2022 ($1.8 billion).
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Cannabis sales see steady growth in first half of 2024
Adult use cannabis sales figures for June 2024 have been released, showing a total of 4,006,004 items sold. In-state resident sales amounted to $109,136,192.82, while out-of-state resident sales reached $32,615,948.89. The combined sales total for the month was $141,752,141.71.
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Illinois expands high-risk zip code list for mandatory child lead testing
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced an expanded list of high-risk ZIP codes, increasing mandatory testing for lead exposure among children residing in those areas. A total of 148 new ZIP codes, representing parts of 60 Illinois counties, have been added to the list this year, bringing the total number of high-risk ZIP codes to nearly 1,200.
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July events highlight advancements in STEAM education
As the heat settles in for the summer, educators are encouraged to use July to rest and reflect on the past school year. This period offers an opportunity to review teaching strategies and share expertise through professional learning communities supported by organizations like the Learning Technology Center Services or conferences such as IDEAcon. Events such as CS PD Week, STEM Career Exploration and Symposium, and the NIUSTEAM STEAM Learning Series provide additional avenues for rejuvenation.
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Illinois public health department issues Fourth of July safety reminders
As Illinois residents prepare for the 2024 Fourth of July celebrations, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued reminders to follow safety guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday. The IDPH emphasized food handling, sun protection, pest prevention, and fireworks safety.
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Employment rises across ten Illinois metro areas as job market shifts
Over-the-year, total nonfarm jobs increased in ten metropolitan areas and decreased in four for the year ending May 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 twelve metropolitan areas, decreased in one, and was unchanged in one.
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Adult use cannabis sales see growth in May 2024
The latest figures for adult-use cannabis sales in May 2024 have been released. The data indicates a steady increase in sales compared to the same period last year.
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Hotel operators' occupation tax updates effective July 1, 2024
Beginning on July 1, 2024, individuals and businesses involved in the re-renting of hotel rooms will be subject to the Hotel Operators’ Occupation Tax on the receipts from those rentals. For further details, refer to FY 2024-29, Hotel Operators’ Occupation Tax Updates for Operators and Re-Renters of Hotel Rooms.