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News from August 2024

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Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending June 22?

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 11, 2024

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending June 22 found here.

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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois as of week ending Aug. 10

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 11, 2024

The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois as of week ending Aug. 10.

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Illinois reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending Aug. 10

By F. K. Mccarthy | Aug 11, 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 Aug. 3.

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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Violence Prevention Ad Hoc Committee met August 8

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Aug 9, 2024

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Violence Prevention Ad Hoc Committee met 10 a.m. Thursday, August 8.

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Illinois State Board of Education outlines agenda for August business meeting

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 9, 2024

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has outlined the agenda for its upcoming regular business meeting scheduled for August 14, 2024, in Springfield.

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Illinois launches $6M statewide teacher recruitment campaign

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 9, 2024

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has initiated a $6 million teacher recruitment campaign to address the shortage of educators in the state.

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Illinois Department of Insurance offers tips at 2024 state fair

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 9, 2024

Chicago - The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) outreach table is located in the Lieutenant Governor's tent at the 2024 Illinois State Fair. IDOI staff will provide consumers with general tips about various types of insurance, including health, life, homeowners, renters, and auto.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Illinois declines from Q1 to Q2

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 9, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Illinois during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $280,933, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Illinois State Fair offers diverse free entertainment from August 8-18

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 9, 2024

The Illinois State Fair is set to offer a range of free entertainment options, providing an opportunity for families to enjoy the event without incurring significant costs. Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture, emphasized the fair's focus on family fun: "The Illinois State Fair is synonymous with family fun. Expanding free entertainment options helps draw families to the fair, allowing them to make memories that last a lifetime."

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Jeanne Ives: 'No Republican should attend the Edgar Fellows Program that starts today'

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 9, 2024

Jeanne Ives has called for Republicans to boycott the 2024 Edgar Fellows program, stating, "And no media should call on Jim Edgar to give a Republican response to any issue." She made this statement in an August 5 post on X.

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Analysis: Illinois among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Prairie State Wire | Aug 8, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Prairie State Wire shows that Illinois is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Drug Utilization Review Board met Aug. 8

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Drug Utilization Review Board met Thursday, Aug. 8

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Illinois Department of Human Services Illinois Autism Task Force met Aug. 8

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Department of Human Services Illinois Autism Task Force met Thursday, Aug. 8

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Illinois Labor Relations Board State Panel met Aug. 8

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Labor Relations Board State Panel met Thursday, Aug. 8

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Illinois Labor Relations Board Local Panel met Aug. 8

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Labor Relations Board Local Panel met Thursday, Aug. 8

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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, Human Rights Authority Metro-East Region met Aug. 8

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, Human Rights Authority Metro-East Region met Thursday, Aug. 8

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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region met Aug. 6

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region met Tuesday, Aug. 6

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Illinois Adoption Advisory Council met Aug. 2

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Adoption Advisory Council met Friday, Aug. 2

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Drugs and Therapeutics Advisory Board met Aug. 1

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Drugs and Therapeutics Advisory Board met Thursday, Aug. 1

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Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met Aug. 6

By Philip Gonzales | Aug 8, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met Tuesday, Aug. 6