Prairie State Wire

FDA conducted second lowest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Illinois during Q4 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 13, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four Biologics companies from Illinois in the fourth quarter of 2023.

From Macon Reporter

Caulkins on Pritzker providing $125 million to Gotion: ‘This deal is the most offensive, outrageous thing I have ever heard of! ’

By Macon Reporter reports | 10 months ago

State Representative Dan Caulkins (R-Macon) has expressed deep concerns over the state of Illinois issuing $125 million in checks to the Chinese-owned company Gotion without any requirement for completed work.

Illinois: Device companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Illinois in Q4 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 12, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six device companies from Illinois in the fourth quarter of 2023.

FDA Inspection: What type of Illinois companies were under most scrutiny during Q4 2023?

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 40 inspections at 39 Food and Cosmetics companies from Illinois in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Illinois cannabis sales reach over $1.6 billion in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 11, 2024

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has reported that adult-use cannabis sales in the state reached a new high in 2023, surpassing $1.6 billion. This marks the third consecutive year of record-setting growth for cannabis sales in Illinois.

Winter storm warning issued; motorists advised on safe travel practices

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 11, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Police have issued a warning to the public regarding a significant winter storm expected to hit the state starting tonight. The storm is predicted to bring dangerous travel conditions, including heavy snowfall, severe cold, and high winds that will persist into the weekend.

Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of Nov. 19

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 10, 2024

The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of Nov. 19.

Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Illinois increases from Q2 to Q3 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 10, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Illinois in the third quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $293,754, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index

Illinois awards over $28M in grants for park and recreation facility upgrades

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 10, 2024

More than $28 million in state grants have been awarded to local governments across Illinois for various recreational projects. Governor JB Pritzker announced the funding, which is part of the Park and Recreational Facility Construction Act (PARC) grant program. This initiative is under the umbrella of Governor Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois capital improvement program, administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region met Nov. 7

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 10, 2024

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region met Tuesday, Nov. 7

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Nov. 2

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 10, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Thursday, Nov. 2

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Child Welfare Employee Licensure Board met Oct. 30

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 10, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Child Welfare Employee Licensure Board met Monday, Oct. 30

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Dec. 7

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 10, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Thursday, Dec. 7

Illinois Commission on Poverty Elimination and Economic Security met Dec. 7

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 10, 2024

Illinois Commission on Poverty Elimination and Economic Security met Thursday, Dec. 7

Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board met Dec. 7

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 10, 2024

Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board met Thursday, Dec. 7

ISBE, Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities, Executive Committee met Dec. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 10, 2024

ISBE, Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities, Executive Committee met Wednesday, Dec. 6

IL Freedom Caucus reacts to Governor Pritzker's 18th Disaster Proclamation on Illinois’ migrant crisis

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 9, 2024

As the Governor announced his 18th Disaster Proclamation regarding the "migrant crisis," the Illinois Freedom Caucus was returning home from surveying the disastrous US Southern Border.

Illinois seeks instructors for 2024 urban fishing program

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 9, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently accepting applications for instructors for its 2024 summer fishing clinics, part of the Urban Fishing Program. These clinics are hosted in various communities across Illinois and offer temporary positions lasting up to six months. The roles are ideal for teachers, retirees, students, and others interested in teaching fishing skills and ecology.

Illinois Mental Health Planning & Advisory Council Adult Inpatient Committee met December 1

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jan 9, 2024

Illinois Mental Health Planning & Advisory Council Adult Inpatient Committee met 10 a.m. Friday, December 1.

Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Curriculum & School Standards Advisory Committee met Dec. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 9, 2024

Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Curriculum & School Standards Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Dec. 6