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Mason State Tree Nursery begins annual spring seedling sale on February 3

The Mason State Tree Nursery is set to commence its annual spring seedling sale on February 3, running until mid-May.

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 31, 2025

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Illinois allocates over $60M for natural resources projects under Rebuild Illinois

The Capital Development Board (CDB) has announced over $60 million in funding for deferred maintenance projects within the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 31, 2025

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Illinois reports increased deer harvest for the latest hunting season

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 31, 2025

Hunters in Illinois have harvested a preliminary total of 170,758 deer during the 2024-2025 archery and firearm seasons, which ended on January 19.

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Illinois Department of Labor marks five years of online certified payroll collection

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 30, 2025

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is approaching a significant milestone, marking five years since it began the online collection of certified payrolls from contractors involved in public works projects.

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Unemployment falls across most metro areas as some regions face job declines

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 30, 2025

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security have reported a decrease in unemployment rates in nine metropolitan areas, an increase in three, and no change in two for the year ending December 2024.

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Illinois metro areas see varied changes in unemployment rates

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 30, 2025

Over the past year, unemployment rates have decreased in nine metropolitan areas, increased in three, and remained unchanged in two for the period ending December 2024.

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Illinois regulators announce December 2024 enforcement actions

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 29, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has disclosed enforcement actions taken in December 2024.

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Vandalia Statehouse plans events for Lincoln's birthday celebration

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 27, 2025

The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site is set to commemorate Abraham Lincoln's birthday with a special event on Sunday, February 9.

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Eagle-watching events scheduled across Illinois this winter

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 24, 2025

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is encouraging the public to participate in eagle-watching events across the state during January and February.

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Illinois sees rise in jobs as unemployment rate decreases

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 24, 2025

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has reported a rise in nonfarm payrolls by 8,800 jobs and a decrease in the unemployment rate to 5.2% for December.

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Illinois sees rise in jobs as unemployment falls slightly

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 24, 2025

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has reported a decrease in the state's unemployment rate to 5.2% for December, alongside an increase in nonfarm payrolls by 8,800 jobs.

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Pritzker announces tax relief for California wildfire victims

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 23, 2025

Governor Pritzker, along with the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR), has announced tax relief measures for those impacted by the recent wildfires and straight-line winds in southern California.

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Illinois expands online licensing system to include more professions

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 21, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has expanded its new online licensing system, CORE, to include four additional professions.

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IDFPR adds new professions to online licensing system

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 21, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has announced the inclusion of four additional professions in its new online licensing system, CORE.

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Illinois launches new dashboard tracking violent deaths and firearm injuries

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 21, 2025

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has introduced a new dashboard that provides detailed information on violent deaths and firearm-related injuries across the state.

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Illinois extends local food assistance program with $14.7 million USDA grant

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 17, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker has announced the allocation of $14.7 million in federal grants to extend Illinois' Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program (LFPA) beyond June 30, 2025.

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Illinois takes control over Pulaski Savings Bank; Millennium Bank ensures service continuity

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 17, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Banking, alongside the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), has assumed control of Pulaski Savings Bank in Chicago.

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Illinois prepares for nationwide celebration marking America's 250th anniversary

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 17, 2025

Preparations are in motion for Illinois to partake in the nationwide celebration of 250 years of independence in 2026.

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Millennium Bank assumes control over Pulaski Savings Bank amid financial instability

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 17, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Banking, in collaboration with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), has assumed control of Pulaski Savings Bank in Chicago.

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Illinois fines mortgage firm $20M over data breach impacting millions

By Prairie State Wire | Jan 16, 2025

Illinois, along with 52 state financial regulatory agencies, has imposed a $20 million penalty on Bayview Asset Management LLC and its affiliates for inadequate cybersecurity practices.