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News from April 2024

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Illinois monitors H5N1 flu threat in dairy cattle amid national concerns

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 26, 2024

While no cases have been reported in Illinois, federal agencies have confirmed the presence of the H5N1 influenza virus in dairy herds across eight states. The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are actively monitoring the situation. They are coordinating with producer groups and partner organizations to educate veterinarians and cattle farmers on recognizing clinical signs of H5N1 influenza for prompt identification and containment.

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Illinois State Fire Marshal Awards $4 Million in Grants to Illinois Fire Departments and EMS Providers

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 26, 2024

Springfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced today the recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $4 million was awarded to 165 fire departments/districts and EMS providers across the state. The program was established to provide grants of up to $26,000 each for the purchase of small firefighting and ambulance equipment.Illinois State Fire Marshal James A. Rivera expressed his satisfaction with the increased funding this year, stating, "We continue to see and hear about the need and understand the issues fire...

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As Respiratory Virus Season Winds Down, Virus Levels Continue Downward Trend Across Illinois

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 26, 2024

CHICAGO – With the respiratory virus season continuing to wind down, Illinois’ overall respiratory virus level is now Minimal and all counties in the state are at Low level for COVID-19 hospitalizations, according to CDC data for the week ending April 20. The total number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in Illinois declined 22% during the same week, according to the CDC COVID Data Tracker."I am happy to see the continued decline in respiratory viruses across the state," said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. "As the respiratory season winds down, I want to make Illinoisians...

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IDOA & IDPH Monitoring H5N1 Influenza in Dairy Cattle

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 26, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – While no cases have been reported in Illinois, federal agencies confirmed the detection of H5N1 influenza virus in dairy herds in eight states across the U.S. The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are working closely to monitor the situation and are jointly coordinating prevention and response measures. This includes working with producer groups and partner organizations to promote education to veterinarians and cattle farmers on the clinical signs of H5N1 influenza so that potential infections...

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Ives on DEI funding for universities: ‘The funding program these elitists conceived is so obviously racist that only someone in the bubble of higher ed would propose it’

By Prairie State Wire reports | Apr 25, 2024

Breakthrough Ideas CEO Jeanne Ives has launched scathing criticism against the recently proposed race-based funding program for universities in Illinois.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Illinois during 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 25, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 16 inspections at 15 Veterinary companies from Illinois in 2023.

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Jobs Up in Majority of Metro Areas in March

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 25, 2024

SPRINGFIELD – The latest data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security revealed that job growth in Illinois has seen a positive trend in several metropolitan areas for the year ending March 2024.Deputy Governor Andy Manar expressed his satisfaction with the progress, stating, "Job growth continues to reach areas in every corner of the state throughout industries, creating new and expanded job opportunities for Illinois workers."Among the metro areas experiencing significant increases in total nonfarm jobs were...

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Report: Illinois ranked No. 14 for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023

By Prairie State Wire News Service | Apr 25, 2024

Illinois ranked No. 14 in the country for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023.

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Illinois sees mixed changes in nonfarm jobs across metro areas

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 25, 2024

Over the year ending March 2024, total nonfarm jobs saw varied changes across metropolitan areas, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Nine metropolitan areas experienced job increases, four saw decreases, and one remained unchanged. The unemployment rate rose in eleven areas, decreased in two, and stayed constant in one.

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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of March 3

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 24, 2024

The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of March 3.

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Which type of Illinois companies were inspected the most by FDA in 2023?

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 24, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 268 inspections at 259 Food and Cosmetics companies from Illinois in 2023.

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Breakthrough Ideas: Illinois’ Obscene Plan to Fund Education Based on Race

By Jeanne Ives, Breakthrough Ideas | Apr 24, 2024

Public universities in Illinois are teeing up the next scam in this state. And if it comes to fruition, it is likely they will find themselves embroiled in a lawsuit all the way to the US Supreme Court.

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Illinois updates IT accessibility standards following DOJ's new guidelines

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 24, 2024

The Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act (IITAA) mandates a review of its standards every three years. This review aims to incorporate advancements in information technology and accessibility techniques. In November 2023, the IITAA Standards Workgroup advised updating these standards following the finalization of a proposed rule by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding web and mobile accessibility under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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Illinois: Drugs companies were the second least FDA inspected companies in Illinois in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 23, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 24 inspections at 24 Drugs companies from Illinois in 2023.

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Moody's improves outlook on Illinois bonds citing financial stability

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 23, 2024

Moody's Analytics has adjusted its outlook on Illinois bonds from "stable" to "positive." This change is attributed to the state's "continued improvement in fund balance and budget reserves, which has been supported by stability in revenue and state decisions to shore up financial health."

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Illinois State Museum's Gen X exhibition wins top awards

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 23, 2024

The Illinois State Museum has received two prestigious awards from the Illinois Association of Museums for its exhibition focusing on Generation X. The exhibition, titled "Growing Up X," was honored with an Award of Superior Achievement and the Innovation Award.

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County motor fuel tax rate change announced for five Illinois counties

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 23, 2024

As of July 1, 2024, a change in the County Motor Fuel Tax (CMFT) rate will take effect for several counties. The counties affected by this adjustment include DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will. This change is outlined in the FY Bulletin 2024-22 and will remain effective until June 30, 2025.

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Illinois supports national freshwater conservation initiative

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 23, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has expressed support for the Biden Administration's new initiative, the America the Beautiful Freshwater Challenge. This national effort aims to conserve and restore vital freshwater systems across the United States for future generations.

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Illinois State Fair hosts preview event with food vendors and discounted passes

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 22, 2024

The Illinois State Fair is set to host a 100 Days Out celebration on April 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Reisch Pavilion on the fairgrounds in Springfield, Illinois. This event will provide attendees with a taste of the upcoming fair scheduled for August 8-18.

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Illinois custodian honored with national award by US Department of Education

By Prairie State Wire | Apr 22, 2024

Lincoln Elementary School in Palatine, Illinois, held a surprise assembly to honor Mario Diaz Albarran, the school's head custodian, who has been named the winner of the Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award by the U.S. Department of...