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Illinois Freedom Caucus calls out state’s last-place ranking in financial transparency report

The Illinois Freedom Caucus has announced that Illinois ranks last in a national financial transparency report, highlighting concerns over the state's budgetary practices.

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 17, 2025

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Illinois launches online firefighter safety course

The Illinois Department of Labor's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (IL OSHA), in collaboration with the Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI), has introduced a new online training course called "Defenses for Firefighters."

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 17, 2025

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Illinois Department of Labor releases 2025 prevailing wage rates

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has announced the release of the 2025 prevailing wage rates for construction trades across all counties in Illinois.

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Illinois expands online licensing system with new professions

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has expanded its online licensing system, CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment), to include 24 additional professions.

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Man indicted for alleged robbery of Rockford post office

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 12, 2025

A Rockford man has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly robbing a post office in Rockford, Illinois, this past May.

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Fmr. Police Chief Weitzel: 'I consider Illinois to be one of the most anti-police legislative states in America'

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 11, 2025

Thomas Weitzel, former Police Chief, said that the shift from defunding police to passing restrictive laws has weakened law enforcement authority.

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Residents advised on black bear sightings in Jo Daviess and Carroll counties

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 11, 2025

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has issued a reminder to residents in Jo Daviess and Carroll counties following sightings of a black bear in the area.

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Federal grand jury indicts three for alleged Covid-relief fraud exceeding $2 million

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 10, 2025

A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted three individuals accused of fraudulently obtaining over $2 million in small business loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

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Chicago man sentenced to 13 years for cocaine trafficking

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 10, 2025

A man from suburban Chicago has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for cultivating a corrupt relationship with a federal law enforcement agent while trafficking cocaine.

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Illinois GOP warns Democrats are diverting road funds

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

The Illinois GOP has announced on X that Democrats are redirecting road funds to cover budget deficits, rather than implementing structural reforms.

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Illinois Freedom Caucus says abuse, lack of transparency threaten Constitution

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

The Illinois Freedom Caucus has announced on X that the first hearing is scheduled for its lawsuit against Democratic leaders, alleging abuse of power, lack of transparency, and constitutional violations.

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Illinois' historic Jarrot Mansion opens for Bastille Day celebration

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

The Jarrot Mansion State Historic Site in St. Clair County, Illinois, will open its doors to the public on July 12 to celebrate Bastille Day and the state's French heritage.

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Federal charges filed against seven in Chicago drug trafficking probe

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

A federal investigation targeting drug and firearm activities on Chicago's South Side has led to charges against seven individuals.

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Tax education webinar recordings now accessible online

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 3, 2025

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California businessman pleads guilty to $14 million Covid-relief fraud

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 3, 2025

A California businessman, Darren Carlyle Sadler, has admitted guilt in a federal fraud case involving the acquisition of over $14 million through fraudulent means.

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Illinois House GOP warns cell phone service tax hike will take effect

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 2, 2025

The Illinois House Republican Caucus (IL House GOP) has announced that a cell phone service tax increase will take effect in Illinois on July 1, expressing concern about the state's already high wireless taxes.

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Federal investigation leads to indictments for fentanyl sales conspiracy

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 2, 2025

A federal investigation in Chicago targeting the sale of fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine has led to a grand jury returning drug and firearm charges against six individuals.

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Illinois Department of Revenue advises late tax filers to act quickly

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 2, 2025

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is urging taxpayers who did not meet the April 15, 2025, income tax filing deadline to take immediate action.

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Illinois expands lead testing to more zip codes across state

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 1, 2025

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has expanded its list of ZIP codes requiring lead exposure testing for children.

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Chicago man indicted for alleged carjackings and robberies

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 1, 2025

A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted Maurice D. Lee, Jr., on charges related to carjacking and robbery incidents that allegedly occurred in May 2024.