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State Rep. Ortiz bill would lower standards for illegal aliens to qualify for Illinois in-state tuition

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2024

Illinois State Rep. Aaron Ortiz (D-Chicago) wants to make it easier for Illegal aliens to get in-state tuition and taxpayer-funded Illinois colleges and universities.

Madigan Chief of Staff sentenced to 30 months in prison

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2024

Tim Mapes, a former chief of staff to the indicted ex-state House Speaker Michael Madigan, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for lying to a federal grand jury investigation. The court found that Mapes had attempted to obstruct Madigan's criminal indictment by providing false testimony.

IDOT hosts conference to support diverse business growth

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is set to host the 33rd "Today's Challenge, Tomorrow's Reward" conference on February 21 and 22 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield. Organized by IDOT's Office of Business and Workforce Diversity, this event aims to provide female- and minority-owned businesses with opportunities for networking and skill development.

Illinois residents advised on how to collect their missing 1099-G tax forms

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2024

Individuals who are unable to access their 1099-G tax form online or through Teleserve and have not received it by mail can schedule an in-person appointment for pickup at a local Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) office. Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. or 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending Dec. 23, 2023?

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2024

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Dec. 23, 2023 found here.

DEI continues to flourish at the University of Illinois even as universities across the country scale back programs

By Nick Binotti and Ted Dabrowski, Wirepoints | Feb 8, 2024

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices at universities across the country are coming under increased scrutiny for their failures. So much so that since 2021, twenty-one states have either banned or proposed banning DEI programs on college campuses.

Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy and others draw attention to Illinois’ dismal education results

By Ted Dabrowski and John Klingner, Wirepoints | Feb 8, 2024

For several years we’ve been sounding the alarm about Illinois’ dismal rates of literacy.

Springfield hosts history hikes and tours for Black History Month

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 8, 2024

State historic sites in Springfield are hosting a series of events throughout February to celebrate Black History Month. These events include history hikes, walking tours, and lunch-and-learn programs aimed at educating the public about significant historical events and figures.

Illinois expands earned income tax credit eligibility for more taxpayers

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 8, 2024

Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue are urging residents to benefit from the expanded Illinois Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). This initiative aims to provide tax relief for low to moderate-income workers. For the 2023 tax year, eligibility has been broadened to include taxpayers with an IRS-issued Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), as well as workers aged 18 to 24 and those over 65 without a qualifying child.

Cannabis sales increase in January 2024 compared to previous year

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 8, 2024

The adult-use cannabis sales figures for January 2024 have been released. According to the data, a total of 3,551,727 items were sold. The sales from in-state residents amounted to $104,048,656.70, while out-of-state resident sales reached $29,739,097.19. This resulted in a combined total of $133,787,753.89 for the month.

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News from February 2024

State Rep. Ortiz bill would lower standards for illegal aliens to qualify for Illinois in-state tuition

Madigan Chief of Staff sentenced to 30 months in prison

IDOT hosts conference to support diverse business growth

Illinois residents advised on how to collect their missing 1099-G tax forms

Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending Dec. 23, 2023?

DEI continues to flourish at the University of Illinois even as universities across the country scale back programs

Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy and others draw attention to Illinois’ dismal education results

Springfield hosts history hikes and tours for Black History Month

Illinois expands earned income tax credit eligibility for more taxpayers

Cannabis sales increase in January 2024 compared to previous year

Illinois Department of Agriculture accepting proposals for Specialty Crop Block Grant

Illinois urges safe travel plans ahead of Super Bowl Sunday celebrations

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Violence Prevention Ad Hoc Committee will meet February 8

Metropolitan Pier Exposition Authority met Jan. 30

Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities met Feb. 7

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Feb. 7

Illinois Adult Use Cannabis Health Advisory Committee met Feb. 2

Governor's Opioid Overdose Prevention and Recovery Steering Committee met Feb. 8

Illinois Labor Relations Board State Panel met Feb. 8

Illinois Labor Relations Board Local Panel met Feb. 8

Is it a joyous celebration or "taunting"? For Illinois high school football officials, it's up to them.

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