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News from February 2024

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Illinois Department of Human Services Illinois Autism Task Force will meet Feb. 8

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois Department of Human Services Illinois Autism Task Force will meet at 10 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 8

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Illinois State Board of Education, KIDS Advisory Committee met Jan. 24

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, KIDS Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Jan. 24

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Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator Licensure Review Committee met Jan. 26

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator Licensure Review Committee met Friday, Jan. 26

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Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board will meet Feb. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board will meet at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6

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Illinois State Board of Education, State Assessment Review Committee will meet Feb. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, State Assessment Review Committee will meet at 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6

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Illinois State Board of Education, Ensuring Success in School Task Force met Jan. 23

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Ensuring Success in School Task Force met Tuesday, Jan. 23

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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region will meet Feb. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region will meet at 5 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6

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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Chicago Region will meet Feb. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Feb 3, 2024

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Chicago Region will meet at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6

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Illinois: Biologics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Illinois in January

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Illinois in January.

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Illinois announces availability of 2023 unemployment benefit tax forms

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 2, 2024

1099-G tax forms are now accessible for individuals who received unemployment insurance benefits in 2023, as announced by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). These forms are essential for completing both state and federal tax returns. The form, officially known as 'Form 1099-G, Certain Government Payments,' is required for those who received either state or federal unemployment insurance benefits. This includes recipients of regular UI benefits and those under expired federal pandemic relief programs such as Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA), Federal...

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Illinois reports decline in respiratory viruses; vigilance advised

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 2, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported a decline in the spread of respiratory viruses across the state. The state's overall respiratory illness level has decreased from Low to Minimal, according to the latest CDC data. As of January 27, COVID-19 hospitalizations are at a Low level on the CDC COVID Data Tracker. Additionally, the number of counties at Medium level for COVID-19 hospitalizations has decreased to 10 from 11 the previous week. No counties remain at High level, down from six.

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Illinois inflation rate lower than national average as of January 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 1, 2024

As of January 2024, Illinois experienced a 17.4% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 17.9% increase.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Illinois companies were under most scrutiny during January?

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 10 inspections at 10 Food/Cosmetics companies from Illinois in January.

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Illinois releases new official highway map with updated routes

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 1, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced the release of the new Illinois Official Highway Map. This updated map includes route changes and detailed sections for cities ranging from Zion to Cairo. It also features a tool to help travelers calculate mileage between towns and marked route junctions.

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Illinois extends hosting rights for Grand American trapshooting event through 2036

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 1, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) have extended their agreement to host the Grand American at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta through 2036. IDNR Director Natalie Phelps Finnie expressed enthusiasm about the extension, stating, "I'm thrilled we were able to extend this contract for another decade." She highlighted the event's significance as an economic driver for Randolph County and southern Illinois.

Illinois promotes heart health month with focus on women

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 1, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is marking National Wear Red Day on February 2, as well as Heart Health Month throughout February, by promoting education and action regarding cardiovascular disease. The department encourages residents to take advantage of programs focusing on cardiac health, such as the Illinois WISEWOMAN Program.

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Scholarship opportunity for Illinois seniors dedicated to conservation

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 1, 2024

Illinois high school seniors have until March 3 to apply for the 2024 Conservation Achievement Scholarship, organized by the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF). The foundation awards scholarships annually to seniors who show commitment to preserving and enhancing the state's natural resources. This year, four scholarships of $2,000 each are available, with one specifically for a dependent of an Illinois Department of Natural Resources employee.