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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

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Illinois receives 2 EDA grants totaling $212,000 for technical assistance in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 31, 2024

Illinois received two grants totaling $212,000 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Illinois implements new public health laws starting January 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 31, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the implementation of several new laws and rules aimed at enhancing public health, effective January 1, 2025.

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New public health laws in Illinois took effect in January

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 31, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced that several new "public health" laws and regulations that took effect January 1, 2025.

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Illinois receives 1 EDA grant totaling $798,937 for research and national technical assistance in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 30, 2024

Illinois received one grant totaling $798,937 for research and national technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Illinois Department announces November 2024 enforcement actions

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 30, 2024

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has released its enforcement report for November 2024.

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Illinois updates motor fuel use tax rate for early 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 30, 2024

Illinois has announced a change in the Motor Fuel Use Tax rate, which will be effective from January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025.

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Illinois receives 1 EDA grant totaling $1,688,625 for regional innovation strategies in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 29, 2024

Illinois received one grant totaling $1,688,625 for regional innovation strategies in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending Nov. 9?

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 29, 2024

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Nov. 9 found here.

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CDC 2024 Measles Update: Illinois' case count rises as of week ending Dec. 28

By F. K. Mccarthy | Dec 29, 2024

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Illinois for 2024 are now estimated within the range of 50-99, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Dec. 21.

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Illinois receives 4 EDA grants totaling $510,000 for public works in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 28, 2024

Illinois received four grants totaling $510,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Jeanne Ives: 'Batavia High School is not the only school having minors read porn'

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 27, 2024

Jeanne Ives recently commented on the inclusion of "The School for Good Mothers" in the curriculum at Batavia High School.

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Illinois receives 3 EDA grants totaling $1,026,565 for planning in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 27, 2024

Illinois received three grants totaling $1,026,565 for planning in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Illinois metro areas show mixed job trends over past year

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 27, 2024

Over the past year, total nonfarm jobs increased in seven metropolitan areas while decreasing in another seven, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES).

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Mixed job trends observed across Illinois metro areas

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 27, 2024

Over the past year, total nonfarm jobs have seen varied changes across Illinois' metropolitan areas.

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Illinois receives 1 EDA grant totaling $750,000 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 26, 2024

Illinois received one grant totaling $750,000 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Youth invited to wingshooting clinics in Jersey & Randolph counties

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 26, 2024

Youth aged 10 to 17 are invited to apply for wingshooting clinics and pheasant hunts at Pere Marquette State Park in Jersey County on March 1 and the World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC) in Randolph County on March 15.

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Illinois receives 1 EDA grant totaling $1,168,871 for trade adjustment assistance in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 25, 2024

Illinois received one grant totaling $1,168,871 for trade adjustment assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Illinois Commission on Poverty Elimination and Economic Security met Dec. 20

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 23, 2024

Illinois Commission on Poverty Elimination and Economic Security met FDriday, Dec. 20

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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Nov. 6

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 23, 2024

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 6

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services African American Advisory Council met Dec. 19

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 23, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services African American Advisory Council met Thursday, Dec. 19