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News from May 2024

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Illinois State Board of Education met April 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education met Wednesday, April 17

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Illinois Advisory Council on Bilingual Education met May 22

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois Advisory Council on Bilingual Education met Wednesday, May 22

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Illinois State Board of Education, Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met April 16

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, April 16

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Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met April 16

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, April 16

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Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator Licensure Review Committee met May 24

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator Licensure Review Committee met Friday, May 24

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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Egyptian Region met May 23

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Egyptian Region met Thursday, May 23

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Metropolitan Pier Exposition Authority met May 22

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Metropolitan Pier Exposition Authority met Wednesday, May 22

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Child Support Advisory Committee met May 21

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Child Support Advisory Committee met Tuesday, May 21

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Statewide Foster Care Advisory Council met May 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 24, 2024

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Statewide Foster Care Advisory Council met Friday, May 17

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Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair returns June 8

By Prairie State Wire | May 24, 2024

Pere Marquette State Park will host the Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair, featuring fun and educational activities for the entire family, on Saturday, June 8. This is the 35th year for the annual event.

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Average VA home loan amount in Illinois falls in Q1

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Illinois during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $282,632, a 2.9% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Nonfarm jobs rise in ten metro areas while unemployment increases in thirteen

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

Over the year ending April 2024, total nonfarm jobs increased in ten metropolitan areas and decreased in four, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). During the same period, the unemployment rate rose in thirteen metropolitan areas and fell in one.

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Indiana man cited for alleged cheating in Illinois bass fishing contest

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

SPRINGFIELD - Illinois Conservation Police have cited an Indiana man for allegedly cheating in a bass fishing tournament in Chicago this month.

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USDA APHIS announces new rules on animal disease traceability

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

On April 26, 2024, the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) announced the final rule to enhance animal disease traceability (ADT) for certain cattle and bison. This rule will take effect 180 days from its publication in the Federal Register. The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will provide an update with the final date once published.

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Metro job trends show mixed results; some gains but also notable declines

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

Over the year ending in April 2024, ten metropolitan areas experienced an increase in total nonfarm jobs, while four saw a decrease, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). The unemployment rate rose in thirteen metropolitan areas and fell in one.

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Fort de Chartres hosting annual Rendezvous on June first weekend

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

The Fort de Chartres Rendezvous, a well-known annual event in Randolph County, is scheduled for June 1 and 2 at the Fort de Chartres State Historic Site. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 2.

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IDPH issues guidelines for safe Memorial Day weekend aquatic activities

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

As the Memorial Day weekend and outdoor swimming season approach, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is marking Healthy and Safe Swimming Week by reminding the public to take precautions to avoid risks such as drowning, spreading disease, and pool chemical injuries. This year's theme emphasizes the importance of basic swimming and water safety skills training in keeping children and adults safe around water.

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Annual Grand Levee returns to Vandalia Statehouse on June 15

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2024

The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will host the annual Grand Levee, a celebration of the grand receptions held during the 1800s to honor government dignitaries and important visitors. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, and is free and open to the public. The historic site is located at 315 W. Gallatin St. in Vandalia.

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Changes in local sales tax rates on aviation fuel effective July 1, 2024

By Prairie State Wire | May 22, 2024

On May 22, 2024, an informational bulletin was released detailing changes in local sales tax rates on aviation fuel that will take effect in certain taxing jurisdictions starting July 1, 2024. These adjustments are a result of a certification requirement.

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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Firearm Prohibitors and Records Improvement Task Force met May 16

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 22, 2024

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Firearm Prohibitors and Records Improvement Task Force met 2 p.m. Thursday, May 16.