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Local sales tax rate changes take effect in Illinois on July 1

Effective July 1, 2025, various taxing jurisdictions will implement changes to local sales tax rates on general merchandise.

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2025

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IDPH advises testing private wells near Lake Bluff Estates for contaminants

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued a recommendation for residents using private wells near the Lake Bluff Estates Mobile Home Park to test their water for contaminants.

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2025

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Black bear sighted in southwestern Illinois monitored by state officials

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2025

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently monitoring the presence of a black bear in southwestern Illinois.

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Illinois advances with land acquisition for Brandon Road Interbasin Project

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2025

The State of Illinois has completed the acquisition of a nearly 50-acre parcel in Will County, crucial for advancing the Brandon Road Interbasin Project.

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IDPH urges testing of private wells near systems with high PFAS

By Prairie State Wire | May 23, 2025

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging private well owners to assess if they are near community water systems (CWS) with elevated levels of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).

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Illinois DCFS urges vigilance during Childhood Drowning Prevention Month

By Prairie State Wire | May 22, 2025

With summer approaching, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) emphasizes the critical need for vigilant supervision of children around water to prevent accidental drownings.

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Illinois health department issues safety guidelines for upcoming swim season

By Prairie State Wire | May 22, 2025

Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is emphasizing the importance of safety as the outdoor swimming season begins.

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Illinois House Republicans raise alarm over proposed service tax

By Prairie State Wire | May 21, 2025

Illinois House Republicans announced a warning about a proposed service tax in Springfield, with Deputy Leader Ryan Spain urging taxpayers to remain vigilant about its potential impact on consumers.

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Illinois treasurer returns WWII veteran's purple heart medal

By Prairie State Wire | May 21, 2025

Ahead of Memorial Day, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced the return of a Purple Heart medal to Christopher Reed, the grandson of the late World War II Army veteran Henry Van Der Noord from Lansing, Illinois.

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Briar Knoll Club opens registration for June wingshooting clinic

By Prairie State Wire | May 21, 2025

Youth aged 12 and older, along with adults, can now register for the upcoming hunter level wingshooting clinic hosted by the Briar Knoll Hunting and Fishing Club.

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State Rep. Davis on Crespo's removal from caucus: 'In Springfield, suggesting we spend less gets you kicked out of the club'

By Prairie State Wire | May 20, 2025

State Representative Jed Davis from Yorkville has claimed that fellow lawmaker Fred Crespo was removed from the Democratic caucus and stripped of his committee chairmanship after proposing a budget plan aimed at saving $4 billion.

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Illinois officials stress life jacket use and sober boating as summer season starts

By Prairie State Wire | May 20, 2025

As the summer boating season begins, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and Illinois Conservation Police are emphasizing the importance of wearing life jackets and operating boats sober.

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Illinois Department releases April 2025 enforcement report

By Prairie State Wire | May 20, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has released its enforcement report for April 2025.

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Illinois Department of Revenue receives 2025 Bell Seal for workplace mental health

By Prairie State Wire | May 20, 2025

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has been recognized by Mental Health America (MHA) with the 2025 Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health.

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Illinois announces sales tax rate changes for aviation fuel starting July

By Prairie State Wire | May 19, 2025

Local government units in Illinois are required to certify to the Illinois Department of Transportation by April 1 each year regarding their "airport-related purpose" as per statute 35 ILCS 120/2-22.

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Illinois gun owners highlight legal battles over state legislation

By Prairie State Wire | May 17, 2025

Illinois gun owners are drawing attention to legal challenges they have initiated against state laws, which they argue infringe on their rights.

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Invasive carp brand Copi featured at National Restaurant Association Show

By Prairie State Wire | May 16, 2025

Copi, the consumer brand for invasive carp introduced by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) in 2022, will be highlighted at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago this weekend.

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New horse arena opens at Giant City Stables

By Prairie State Wire | May 15, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker, alongside the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Senator Dale Fowler, and local leaders, inaugurated a new enclosed horse arena at Giant City...

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Estrada calls Illinois Homeschool Act ‘most dangerous’ in HSLDA history, ‘cautiously optimistic’ it’s dead for 2025

By Prairie State Wire reports | 9 days ago

The Illinois Homeschool Act (HB2827)—a bill that critics say could have made Illinois one of the most restrictive states in the country for homeschooling families—appears to be stalled, at least for now.

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Illinois House Republicans announce opposition to proposed tax hikes

By Prairie State Wire | May 14, 2025

Illinois House Republicans have announced their opposition to $6 billion in proposed tax increases, stating that these measures would hinder economic growth and place additional burdens on residents.