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Illinois State Board of Education Illinois Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee met March 16

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 18, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education Illinois Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee met Saturday, March 16

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Illinois State Board of Education, Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met March 12

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 18, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, March 12

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Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met March 12

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 18, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, March 12

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Illinois State Board of Education, Teacher Performance Assessment Task Force met Feb. 13

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 18, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Teacher Performance Assessment Task Force met Tuesday, Feb. 13

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Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending Jan. 27?

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 17, 2024

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Jan. 27 found here.

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Illinois ranked 15th highest in the U.S. for average income in 2021

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 16, 2024

Illinois ranked 15th highest for average annual earnings per resident among U.S. states, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Illinois schools receive over $55K for habitat development

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 15, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) have announced the allocation of more than $55,200 in grants for habitat development at schools and other public places across the state. A total of 28 Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grants have been awarded to support these projects.

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Illinois sees decline in COVID-19 hospitalizations but urges continued precautions

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 15, 2024

Illinois is maintaining a moderate level of respiratory virus activity, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reported that COVID-19 hospitalizations have decreased by 16% in the week ending March 9, with the state classified at a low level for these hospitalizations. Two counties in Illinois remain at a medium level for COVID-19 hospitalizations.

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Pritzker announces major reconstruction plans for two Illinois correctional centers

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 15, 2024

Governor JB Pritzker, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), has announced a plan to allocate capital funds for the reconstruction of Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln and Stateville Correctional Center in Crest Hill. This initiative aims to address critical infrastructure issues at these facilities, which have faced years of disinvestment.

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Open houses planned for spongy moth treatment program in northwest Illinois

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 14, 2024

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is set to host an open house on March 27, 2024, at the Galena Public Library in Galena, Illinois. The event aims to explain the department's plan for treating parts of northwest Illinois affected by the Spongy Moth infestation.

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Cannabis sales for February 2024 see slight increase from January

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 14, 2024

The February 2024 sales figures for adult-use cannabis have been released, revealing a slight increase in total sales compared to the previous month. The data shows that 3,636,925 items were sold in February, generating $135,571,931.44 in total sales. This marks an increase from January's total of $133,787,753.89.

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Illinois spring trout season begins April 6 with early catch-and-release option

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 14, 2024

The Illinois spring trout fishing season for 2024 is set to begin on April 6, with opportunities available at 58 different locations across the state. Anglers looking to start early can participate in the catch-and-release season starting March 23. During this period, no trout may be kept, but they can be harvested starting from the official opening of the regular season on April 6. Each angler will have a daily limit of five trout.

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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of Jan. 21

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 13, 2024

The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of Jan. 21.

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Illinois offers $50M for EV charging station development

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 13, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced the release of a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the first round of the Illinois National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. This initiative will allocate up to $50 million for the development of 46 charging stations throughout the state.

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Authorities urge safety measures for St. Patrick's Day celebrations

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 13, 2024

With St. Patrick's Day approaching, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is collaborating with the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement to emphasize the dangers of impaired driving. They are urging individuals to plan ahead by designating a sober driver and using seatbelts.

Catholic Vote President: Gov. Pritzker ‘celebrates terminating the lives of the next generation of children in Illinois.

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 13, 2024

Catholic Vote President Brian Burch criticizes Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker for celebrating the promotion of abortion within his state and launching an abortion focused non-profit.

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Bobcat harvest reaches new high in Illinois' latest hunting season

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 13, 2024

The Illinois bobcat hunting season for 2023-2024 ended on February 15, with a total of 370 bobcats harvested by hunters and trappers. According to the data, 214 bobcats were hunted, accounting for 55% of the total harvest. Trapping contributed to 156 bobcats, or 40% of the total. An additional 19 bobcats were salvaged by permit holders from incidents such as roadkill.

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Nonfarm job changes reported across Illinois metro areas as unemployment rates rise

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 13, 2024

Over the year ending January 2024, total nonfarm jobs saw an increase in eight metropolitan areas, a decrease in five, and remained unchanged in one, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Meanwhile, all fourteen metropolitan areas experienced an increase in unemployment rates.

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Steve Cortes: Duckworth, Durbin ‘clearly decided to prioritize illegal aliens and a radical open borders agenda’

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 12, 2024

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers (LAW), said today that Illinois U.S. Sens. Tammy Duckworth (D) and Dick Durbin (D) “decided to prioritize illegal aliens” by voting against a measure that would have prohibited illegal aliens from being factored into the count for apportionment of congressional districts and the Electoral College map.

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Illinois emphasizes importance of colorectal cancer awareness month

By Prairie State Wire | Mar 12, 2024

March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is encouraging residents to increase their understanding of the disease and emphasize the importance of regular screenings.