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News from October 2024

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Illinois emphasizes fire prevention week with focus on working smoke alarms

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 7, 2024

Governor JB Pritzker has declared October 6-12 as Fire Prevention Week in Illinois. This announcement comes as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that working smoke alarms can reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half. Alarmingly, three out of five fire deaths occur in homes without working smoke alarms.

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Illinoisans urged to vaccinate as respiratory virus season begins

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 7, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is advising residents to take preventive measures as the respiratory virus season begins with the onset of fall. The department emphasizes the importance of vaccinations against COVID-19, flu, and RSV for those eligible.

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Average Illinois household has spent $30,683 in extra inflation costs since 2021

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 7, 2024

As of August 2024, Illinois experienced a 20.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.3% increase.

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Who made the biggest political contributions in Illinois during week ending Aug. 17?

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 6, 2024

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Aug. 17 found here.

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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois as of week ending Oct. 5

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 6, 2024

The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois as of week ending Oct. 5.

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Analysis: Illinois one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 6, 2024

An analysis by Prairie State Wire shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Illinois is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

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Mary K. Schwarz, Former Owner of Weddings & Whirls, Passes Away at 90

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 6, 2024

Mary K. Schwarz passed away on Oct. 4. Below is the obituary.

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Linda M. Dolmer, Beloved Wife and Mother, Passes Away at 79

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 6, 2024

Linda M. Dolmer passed away on Oct. 4. Below is the obituary.

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Mr. William R. Denoyer, 77, of Tinley Park, Remembered for Family and Service

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 5, 2024

William M. Denoyer passed away on Oct. 3. Below is the obituary.

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Which type of Illinois companies were inspected the most by FDA in September?

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 4, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six Food and Cosmetics companies from Illinois in September.

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VA Purchase Loans in Illinois average $284,416 for Q2

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 4, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Illinois in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $284,416, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Christine Benson honored with NASBE Distinguished Service Award

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 4, 2024

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has announced that Dr. Christine Benson, a member of the board, has been awarded the 2024 Distinguished Service Award by the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE).

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Illinois ranks 39th in average VA home loan amount in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 3, 2024

With $279,542 in issued loans, Illinois ranked 39th for the average amount of a VA home loan in 2023, according to figures provided by the Veteran Affairs Home Loans Index.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Illinois during September

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Veterinary companies from Illinois in September.

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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Oct. 2

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 3, 2024

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 2

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Governor Pritzker highlights early detection during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 3, 2024

At the beginning of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are emphasizing the importance of early detection in combating breast cancer. The Governor has proclaimed October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and designated October 18 as Mammography Day in Illinois.

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Officials warn against new scam targeting student loan borrowers

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 3, 2024

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Banking, alongside Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, has issued a warning about a new scam targeting student loan borrowers. This scam exploits the current uncertainty surrounding student loans by promising lower monthly payments or loan forgiveness in exchange for upfront fees.

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Illinois: Devices companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Illinois in September

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Devices companies from Illinois in September.

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US Airforce Veteran, Joseph A. Vargas to be Honored in Memorial Visitation

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 2, 2024

Joseph A. Vargas passed away on Sept. 30. Below is the obituary.

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Barbara Ann Dionne, Loving Wife, Mother, and Grammy Barb, Dies at 81

By Prairie State Wire | Oct 2, 2024

Barbara Ann Dionne passed away on Sept. 30. Below is the obituary.