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Illinois State Board of Education, Gender Equity Advisory Committee will meet at 3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 13

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Northwest Region met Sept. 10

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority Northwest Region met Tuesday, Sept. 10

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Sept. 11

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 11

Illinois State Board of Education, KIDS Advisory Committee met Sept. 11

Illinois State Board of Education, KIDS Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 11

Illinois State Board of Education Rural Education Advisory Council met Sept. 10

Illinois State Board of Education Rural Education Advisory Council met Tuesday, Sept. 10

Illinois State Board of Education, Professional Review Panel met Sept. 10

Illinois State Board of Education, Professional Review Panel met Tuesday, Sept. 10

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Child Welfare Employee Licensure Board met Sept. 9

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Child Welfare Employee Licensure Board met Monday, Sept. 9

Illinois Department of Revenue to host third quarter tax education webinar

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will host its third quarter Tax Education Webinar on Friday, September 27, 2024. The event is scheduled to run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Illinois Treasurer announces enhancements to Bright Start College Savings Program

Families with a Bright Start College Savings Program (Bright Start 529) will soon benefit from lower fees, access to low-cost, high-quality investments, and a new mobile app for account management, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced Thursday.

State Treasurer Frerichs to announce improvements to Bright Start College Savings program

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is set to announce several enhancements to the Bright Start College Savings program during a news conference on Thursday, September 12, 2024. The event will take place at 10 a.m. in the third-floor Press Briefing Room at 555 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL.

Illinois Gaming Board adopts new marketing rules amid regulatory measures

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) adopted new proposed advertising and marketing rules for sports wagering, casino, and video gaming during its regularly scheduled meeting today. The board also addressed several other regulatory matters.

Illinois Division of Banking receives 2024 CSBS reaccreditation

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation’s (IDFPR) Division of Banking (DOB) has announced its recent reaccreditation by the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS). This recognition confirms that DOB maintains high standards in state bank supervision. Illinois was first accredited by CSBS in 1984 and has maintained this status since then.

Illinois Division Of Banking Receives Reaccreditation From CSBS

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation's (IDFPR) Division of Banking (DOB) has announced its recent reaccreditation by the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS). This reaffirmation continues a legacy that began in 1984 when Illinois first achieved CSBS accreditation.

Governor Pritzker orders flags at half-staff for Patriot Day

The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of Patriot Day.

Illinois announces $148 million investment for road improvements in south Cook County

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced a significant construction season in south Cook County, supported by Governor JB Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois capital program. The initiative includes eight major projects with a combined investment of $148 million aimed at improving safety and mobility while sustaining and creating jobs in the region.

Illinois ranks 18th in total VA home loans during Q2

Illinois ranked 18th in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 1,854 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Illinois State Board seeks public input on FY 2026 education budget

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is inviting public input on state funding for public education for fiscal year 2026.

Governor Pritzker awards $6 million in grants through workforce pilot program

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) have allocated over $6 million in grant funding to four recipients through the Home Illinois Workforce Pilot Program. This initiative, a collaboration between DCEO, the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness (OPEH), and the Illinois Interagency Task Force on Homelessness, is financed by the Illinois Job Training and Economic Development Program (JTED).

Major roadwork planned for Will County under Rebuild Illinois initiative