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2024 July Commission Calendar now available for download

By Prairie State Wire | May 22, 2024

The 2024 July Commission Calendar is now available to download and view.

IDPH honors EMS professionals during National Emergency Medical Services Week

By Prairie State Wire | May 22, 2024

SPRINGFIELD – This week, from May 19-25, 2024, marks National EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Week. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is commemorating the occasion with its annual awards recognizing outstanding service in providing emergency medical assistance.

Current CDC report highlights this year's measles activity in Illinois as of week ending April 27

By Prairie State Wire | May 21, 2024

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Illinois for 2024 are now estimated within the range of 50-99, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending April 20.

IDPH relocates regional offices to improve efficiency

By Prairie State Wire | May 21, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the relocation of its West Chicago Regional Office from 245 W. Roosevelt Road in West Chicago to the Westbrook Corporate Center in Westchester. The new office, now known as the Westchester Regional Office, has merged with the former Bellwood Regional Office, which moved to Westchester in February.

Authorities emphasize safe boating practices ahead of Memorial Day weekend

By Prairie State Wire | May 21, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Conservation Police are urging boaters to prioritize safety as Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer boating season. Emphasizing the importance of life jackets and sober boating, authorities aim to reduce accidents on Illinois waters.

IDPH relocates regional offices to improve operational efficiency

By Prairie State Wire | May 21, 2024

As part of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)’s ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency, the department announced that the West Chicago Regional Office has relocated from 245 W. Roosevelt Road in West Chicago to the Westbrook Corporate Center in Westchester. The new office is now known as the Westchester Regional Office and has merged with the former Bellwood Regional Office, which moved to Westchester in February.

Analysis: In highest-property tax Illinois, 11 percent of new Illinois homes are sold without property

By LGIS News Service | May 21, 2024

More than one in ten homes in Illinois are manufactured, sold without property attached. That's according to a study by construction research firm Construction Coverage, which analyzed the U.S. Census' Manufactured Housing Survey and its Building Permits Survey as well the Zillow Home Value Index.

IDNR announces cicada-themed art show for Illinois State Fair

By Prairie State Wire | May 20, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced its plans to host a cicada-themed art show during the Illinois State Fair. The event is set to commemorate the rare double cicada brood emergence this summer, with Illinois serving as the epicenter.

First two rabid bats of 2024 discovered in Illinois: Public Health Department issues warning

By Prairie State Wire | May 20, 2024

As the weather warms up, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging the public to be cautious of wild animals that may carry rabies, particularly bats. This advisory comes in light of the recent discovery of the first two rabid bats of 2024 in Cook and Will counties. According to IDPH, these bats were found inside homes and subsequently tested positive for rabies.

Illinois Department of Revenue announces final 2023 multiplier for Cook County

By Prairie State Wire | May 20, 2024

The Illinois Department of Revenue has announced a final 2023 property tax equalization factor of 3.0163 for Cook County. The department is mandated by law to calculate this factor, commonly referred to as the multiplier, in order to maintain uniform property assessment across the state. For more details, refer to our 2023 Cook County Final Multiplier press release.

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News from May 2024

2024 July Commission Calendar now available for download

IDPH honors EMS professionals during National Emergency Medical Services Week

Current CDC report highlights this year's measles activity in Illinois as of week ending April 27

IDPH relocates regional offices to improve efficiency

Authorities emphasize safe boating practices ahead of Memorial Day weekend

IDPH relocates regional offices to improve operational efficiency

Analysis: In highest-property tax Illinois, 11 percent of new Illinois homes are sold without property

IDNR announces cicada-themed art show for Illinois State Fair

First two rabid bats of 2024 discovered in Illinois: Public Health Department issues warning

Illinois Department of Revenue announces final 2023 multiplier for Cook County

2024 June Commission Calendar now available for download

Who made the biggest political contributions in Illinois during week ending March 30?

Illinois Mental Health Planning & Advisory Council Adult Inpatient Committee will meet June 7

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Latino Advisory Council met May 15

Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met May 15

Illinois State Board of Education, Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met May 14

Illinois State Board of Education met May 15

ISBE, Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities, Executive Committee met May 13

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Child Welfare Advisory Committee met May 16

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Asian American Advisory Council met May 14

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