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The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will host harness racing to commence County Fairs and Horse Racing Day on Thursday, August 8. Recognized as one of the fastest dirt tracks globally, the one-mile track will feature races exclusively sponsored by the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) on opening day. Every horse participating will be either Illinois conceived or foaled.

Illinois sees slight rise in unemployment rate amid steady job growth

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage point to 5.0 percent, while nonfarm payrolls increased by 10,400 in June, based on preliminary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The revised May unemployment rate was 4.9 percent, unchanged from the preliminary figure. May's monthly change in payrolls was revised from +12,700 to +9,600 jobs.

Illinois sees rise in unemployment rate amid steady job growth

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported an increase in the state's unemployment rate to 5.0% in June, a rise of 0.1 percentage point from May. The data, based on preliminary figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, also indicated an increase of 10,400 nonfarm payroll jobs during the same period.

Illinois sees rise in unemployment rate and payroll jobs in June

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the state's unemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage point to 5.0 percent in June, while nonfarm payrolls rose by 10,400 jobs. This data, provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), was released by IDES. The revised unemployment rate for May remained at 4.9 percent, and the monthly change in payrolls for May was adjusted from an initial report of 12,700 to 9,600 jobs.

Illinois grants tax relief due to computerized vehicle registration outage

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is providing relief for taxpayers affected by the outage of CDK Global’s Computerized Vehicle Registration (CVR) system. This outage has impacted the filing of Forms ST-556, Sales Tax Transaction Return, and ST-556-LSE, Transaction Return for Leases.

White County's final multiplier for property assessment remains unchanged

White County has been issued a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Domestic Violence Pretrial Practices Working Group met June 14

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Domestic Violence Pretrial Practices Working Group met Tuesday, June 14

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Crime Reduction Task Force met June 6

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Crime Reduction Task Force met Wednesday, June 6

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met June 5

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Wednesday, June 5

Illinois Department of Human Services, Illinois Interagency Council on Early Intervention met July 11

Illinois Department of Human Services, Illinois Interagency Council on Early Intervention met Thursday, July 11

Illinois State Fair kicks off grandstand action with harness racing event

The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will host harness racing to commence County Fairs and Horse Racing Day on Thursday, August 8. Recognized as one of the fastest dirt tracks globally, the one-mile track will feature races sponsored by the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) on opening day. Every participating horse will be either Illinois conceived or foaled.

Comptroller highlights student support during Aurora University visit

State Comptroller Susana Mendoza visited Aurora University to discuss college affordability and business opportunities for students. During her visit, she met with Dr. Susana Rivera-Mills, the first Hispanic president of the university. They talked about improving affordability and creating more opportunities for students.

Adams County issues tentative multiplier for property assessments

Adams County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).

Authorities launch campaign urging drivers to reduce speed

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and law enforcement agencies convened today at the Route 66 Exhibit at the Illinois State Fairgrounds to promote the nationwide "Speeding Catches Up with You" campaign. The initiative aims to emphasize safe driving practices in Illinois and remind motorists to reduce their speed.

Illinois reports first human West Nile virus case of 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported the first human case of West Nile virus in Illinois for 2024. The case involves an individual in their 60s residing in suburban Cook County, with symptoms appearing in mid-June. While commercial testing indicates a positive result for the mosquito-borne illness, IDPH has sent the case to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for confirmatory testing.

First human case of West Nile virus reported in Illinois for 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Illinois for 2024. The individual, who is in their 60s and resides in suburban Cook County, began showing symptoms in mid-June. Although commercial testing and clinical symptoms indicate a case of WNV, confirmatory testing by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is pending.

Illinois reports first human case of West Nile virus in 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Illinois for 2024. The case, involving an individual in their 60s from suburban Cook County, was identified through commercial testing and clinical symptoms. Confirmatory testing by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is pending. The onset of symptoms occurred in mid-June.

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