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Illinois State Board of Education met Oct. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 15, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 15.

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

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 15, 2025

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Latino Advisory Council met Wednesday, Oct. 15.

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Lt. Gov. candidate Mendoza on antisemitism: 'I am comforted' by Trump's fight against antisemitism

By Y. R. Duckworth | Oct 14, 2025

Carrie Mendoza, a candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois, has expressed her support for President Trump's leadership.

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Gov. candidate Dabrowski: 'Columbus Day is a day to honor Italian-American heritage and to mark a triumph of assimilation'

By D. H. Parks | Oct 14, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a candidate for governor of Illinois, has expressed his support for celebrating Columbus Day, emphasizing its significance in honoring Italian-American heritage and successful assimilation.

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JD Vance: Gov. Pritzker 'has violated his fundamental oath of office'

By A. U. Williams | Oct 14, 2025

JD Vance, Vice President of the United States, criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker for allegedly failing to fulfill his duties and potentially violating his oath as Illinois' chief executive.

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Illinois lawmakers return after Columbus Day with public transit funding on agenda

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 14, 2025

The Illinois General Assembly will reconvene in Springfield on October 14, following Columbus Day.

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2025: Measles cases in Illinois up as of week ending Sept. 27

By F. K. Mccarthy | Oct 14, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Illinois for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 20.

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Illinois sees rise in tax collections during first quarter of FY26

By T. B. Watson | Oct 14, 2025

Illinois tax collections increased in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, according to a report from the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA).

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Illinois updates Motor Fuel Tax Law definitions and requirements for 2026

By I. O. Jordan | Oct 14, 2025

Beginning January 1, 2026, changes to the Illinois Motor Fuel Tax Law will take effect as a result of Public Act 104-0006.

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Three charged in Chicago with obstructing federal agents using vehicles

By T. B. Watson | Oct 14, 2025

Three people have been charged in federal court in Chicago for allegedly using their vehicles to obstruct the work of federal agents.

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Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 14, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

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Illinois State Board of Education Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 14, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

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Illinois to end one percent grocery sales tax starting January 2026

By I. O. Jordan | Oct 11, 2025

Beginning January 1, 2026, Illinois will end its one-percent sales and use tax on grocery sales.

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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Firearm Prohibitors and Records Improvement Task Force met Sept. 11

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 11, 2025

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Firearm Prohibitors and Records Improvement Task Force met Thursday, Sept. 11.

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Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Firearm Prohibitors and Records Improvement Task Force met Oct. 9

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 11, 2025

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Firearm Prohibitors and Records Improvement Task Force met Thursday, Oct. 9.

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Federal officials announce ongoing immigration enforcement operations in Chicago

By I. O. Jordan | Oct 11, 2025

Federal authorities in Chicago have announced ongoing criminal immigration enforcement operations in the city.

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Gov. candidate Dabrowski discusses rural job losses at Stronghurst meet and greet: 'Rural communities across Illinois are losing jobs and people'

By F. T. Hall | Oct 10, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate for Illinois, addressed the challenges faced by small towns as industries leave the state.

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Gov. candidate Dabrowski at Stronghurst meet and greet: ‘I will work to improve Illinois’ competitiveness’

By G. N. Broughton | Oct 10, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate for Illinois, said rural areas are losing jobs and population and vowed to make the state more competitive to attract businesses during a meet and greet Oct. 6 at Laila’s Bar and Grill, 305 E. Main St., Stronghurst.

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Gov. candidate Dabrowski discusses rural economy at Stronghurst meet and greet: 'Small town communities are losing jobs and people'

By M. V. Joyner | Oct 10, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate for Illinois, said small-town communities face economic challenges as manufacturing jobs decline.

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Illinois State Medical Society joins antitrust lawsuit against MultiPlan and insurers

By I. O. Jordan | Oct 10, 2025

Thousands of physicians, hospitals, and healthcare professionals are involved in a lawsuit against MultiPlan and several major insurance companies, including United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Anthem, and Blue Cross Blue Shield entities.