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Trump administration cuts millions in public health funding

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 6, 2025

I am writing to you as we are learning about significant federal funding cuts recently announced by the Trump administration.

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IDNR advises avoiding handling young wild animals during spring

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 4, 2025

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is urging residents to avoid handling baby birds and young animals they might encounter in the wild as the spring season progresses.

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Introductory wingshooting clinic at Shabbona Lake welcomes beginners

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 4, 2025

Youth and adults, aged 10 and older, can now register for an introductory wingshooting clinic at Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area in DeKalb County.

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EDA awards over $6 million in grants for economic development projects in Illinois in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 13 grants totaling $6,154,998 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Illinois.

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Baldwin Lake opens fish cleaning station for expanded angler convenience

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

A new fish cleaning station has been introduced at the Kaskaskia River State Fish and Wildlife Area in southern Illinois.

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Illinois Senate Labor Committee advances SB 1976 with regulatory enforcement measures

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

The Illinois Senate Labor Committee recently voted to advance Senate Bill 1976.

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Illinois metro areas see varied job growth and unemployment changes

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

Over the past year, the unemployment rate fell in eleven metro areas while rising in one, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES) for the year ending February 2025.

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Bureau reports mixed job trends in Illinois metro areas

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

Data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security shows mixed trends in employment across Illinois' metropolitan areas over the past year.

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IDNR schedules open house meetings for waterfowl hunting discussion

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

Waterfowl hunters in Illinois have an opportunity to participate in discussions regarding the future of waterfowl hunting in the state.

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IDNR adjusts trout stocking in Metro East amid flood threat

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

Due to potential flooding in the Metro East region, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is revising its trout stocking plans for the upcoming spring trout season.

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Illinois ranks 24 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

Illinois ranks 24 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $43,515 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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Illinois State Museum receives historical items from Lincoln’s extended family

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

The Illinois State Museum has recently acquired a collection of items belonging to President Abraham Lincoln's extended family from Springfield.

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Illinois Department of Human Services, The Youth Homelessness Prevention Subcommittee met April 1

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 2, 2025

Illinois Department of Human Services, The Youth Homelessness Prevention Subcommittee met 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 1

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USDA offers low-interest loans to Illinois producers affected by severe weather

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the availability of low-interest emergency physical loss loans to producers in six Illinois counties.

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The Black Crowes to perform at Illinois State Fair in August

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

Legendary rock band The Black Crowes are set to perform at the Illinois Lottery Grandstand Stage on Saturday, August 9, as part of the Illinois State Fair's lineup.

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Culinary historian to discuss pie history at Vandalia Statehouse event

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site in Fayette County is set to host a program on the history of pies in the United States.

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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Chicago Region met April 1

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 2, 2025

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Chicago Region met Tuesday, April 1

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Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Committee for Agricultural Education met March 31

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 2, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Committee for Agricultural Education met Monday, March 31

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Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met April 1

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 2, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met Tuesday, April 1

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IDFPR announces February 2025 enforcement actions

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has disclosed enforcement actions carried out in February 2025.