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Illinois House Republicans accuse Pritzker of enabling illegal immigration

By A. U. Williams | Oct 8, 2025

Illinois House Republicans have announced on the social media platform X that Governor J.B. Pritzker has facilitated illegal immigration in Illinois, prompting federal authorities to intervene to protect local communities.

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Lois V. Hollaar, wife of late William Hollaar, passes at 95

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 8, 2025

Lois V. Hollaar passed away on Oct. 6. Below is the obituary.

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Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announces August 2025 enforcement actions

By T. B. Watson | Oct 8, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has announced enforcement actions taken in August 2025.

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Illinois State Board of Education Illinois Committee for Agricultural Education met Oct. 8

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 8, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education Illinois Committee for Agricultural Education met Wednesday, Oct. 8.

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CDC Reports: Measles cases in Illinois this year escalate as of week ending Sept. 20

By F. K. Mccarthy | Oct 7, 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. 13.

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Illinois Department of Revenue warns public about new text message phishing scam

By Y. R. Duckworth | Oct 7, 2025

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has issued a warning about a new text message scam targeting taxpayers across the country.

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Julia "Nana" P. Engel, 91, of Braidwood, IL, passes away peacefully

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 7, 2025

Julia "Nana" P. Engel passed away on Oct. 5. Below is the obituary.

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Mark E. Genson, 66, Remembered for his Kindness and Love for Life

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 7, 2025

Mark E. Genson passed away on Oct. 5. Below is the obituary.

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Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Oct. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 7, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 7.

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Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region met Oct. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 7, 2025

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Human Rights Authority North Suburban Region met Tuesday, Oct. 7.

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Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met Oct. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 7, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met Tuesday, Oct. 7.

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Alleged gang member charged with soliciting murder-for-hire against senior federal officer

By I. O. Jordan | Oct 6, 2025

An alleged leader of a Chicago street gang has been charged in federal court with soliciting the murder of a senior law enforcement official involved in an immigration enforcement operation called “Operation Midway Blitz.” According to a criminal...

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Erasmo C. Ramirez, 43, of Morris, Illinois, Remembered for Love of Family and Fishing

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 6, 2025

Erasmo C. Ramirez passed away on Oct. 4. Below is the obituary.

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Illinois Tollway approves $22M in contracts for construction and engineering

By T. B. Watson | Oct 6, 2025

The Illinois Tollway Board of Directors has approved four contracts totaling over $22.4 million for construction and professional engineering services at its September meeting.

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Illinois Wheat Development Board announces October election with open seats

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 6, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture has announced the list of candidates for the upcoming Illinois Wheat Development Board election, scheduled for October 30, 2025.

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Illinois State Educator Preparation and Licensure Board met Oct. 3

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 5, 2025

Illinois State Educator Preparation and Licensure Board met Friday, Oct. 3.

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Federal prosecutors charge two Chicago residents with assaulting federal agents using vehicles

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 5, 2025

Two Chicago residents have been charged in federal court for allegedly using their vehicles to assault and impede federal agents.

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Rosemary Eskra, 77, of Essex, IL, passes away

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 5, 2025

Rosemary Eskra passed away on Oct. 3. Below is the obituary.

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Kaitlyn Mitchum discusses legislative affairs role at Illinois Department of Transportation

By I. O. Jordan | Oct 5, 2025

Bureau Chief of State Affairs Kaitlyn Mitchum has been with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) since January 2024.

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Illinois Department of Transportation launches Intern to Hire program for aspiring civil engineers

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 5, 2025

A new initiative has been launched by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to attract and retain civil engineering talent.