SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, August 15 - The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate increased +0.2 percentage point to 5.2 percent, while nonfarm payrolls increased +12,900 in July, based on preliminary data …
ILLINOIS, August 15 - Senate Bill 426 allows emerging adults in need of high school educational services to be considered for transfer from IDOC to IDJJ. CHICAGO- On August 9, Governor JB Pritzker signed into law Senate Bill 426, which grants the Illinois …
ILLINOIS, August 14 - Governor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker Donate $105,000 SPRINGFIELD, IL - The annual Governor's Sale of Champions at the Illinois State Fair auctions off the best livestock as judged by competitions throughout the fair. …
Springfield, IL, ILLINOIS, August 14 - The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is authorizing over $2 million from the Grade Crossing Protection Fund (GCPF) for removal and reconstruction of the existing Muirhead Road highway-rail grade separation structure …
Springfield, IL, ILLINOIS, August 14 - The Illinois Commerce Commission approved a stipulated agreement to install automatic warning devices at the County Road 2450 East (AAR/DOT #079744D) highway-rail grade crossing of the BNSF Rail Company tracks near …
ILLINOIS, August 13 - SPRINGFIELD, IL, - Jefferson County has been issued a final property assessment equalization factor of 0.9766, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR). The property assessment equalization …
ILLINOIS, August 13 - People with Disabilities Achieve Greater Financial Independence Through ABLE Savings and Investment Accounts Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is celebrating the first-ever National ABLE Savings Day. The Treasurer's Office …
ILLINOIS, August 13 - Nearly 350 artists entered original cicada-themed art and photography SPRINGFIELD - The rare double-brood emergence of billions of cicadas that Illinois experienced earlier this summer may be a faint memory, but the artwork these …
ILLINOIS, August 12 - Guiding Economic Development Goals, Comprehensive Business Development Strategy to Support Illinois Communities CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) released …
ILLINOIS, August 12 - Money Match Drives Big Increase in Missing Money Returned Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs returned a record $301 million to 321,558 Illinois residents through the state's missing money program during Fiscal Year 2024. …
SPRINGFIELD, IL, ILLINOIS, August 9 - The Illinois State Fair offers a variety of free entertainment, allowing families to have fun together without breaking the bank. "The Illinois State Fair is synonymous with family fun," said Jerry …
ILLINOIS, August 9 - SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Adults aged 60 and older can enter the Illinois State Fair for free on Monday, Aug. 12, and those who visit the Illinois Building will leave with health and wellness resources, freebies, and prizes. "We are …
Chicago, ILLINOIS, August 9 - The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) outreach table is located in the Lieutenant Governor's tent at the 2024 Illinois State Fair. IDOI staff will provide consumers with general tips about various types of insurance …
Springfield, IL, ILLINOIS, August 8 - At the request of the Illinois Commerce Commission, Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed August 11, 2024, as 811 Day in Illinois to encourage every excavator and homeowner to call 811 before starting a digging project. …
ILLINOIS, August 8 - Manning, who died in January, was the longest serving director of IDNR. SPRINGFIELD - State officials on Thursday dedicated Conservation World 2024 in honor of Brent Manning, the longest-serving director of the Illinois Department of …
SPRINGFIELD, IL, ILLINOIS, August 8 - Before you head out to enjoy the Illinois State Fair, take a moment to review some tips for the best experience. Grandstand If you purchased mobile tickets, be sure to download the tickets to your Ticketmaster app, …
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, August 8 - The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) announced today that it will begin accepting applications for the development of emergency shelter for persons experiencing homelessness. Available through the HOME-ARP Non- …
ILLINOIS, August 7 - US EPA grant provides incentives for strip till, no-till and cover crops SPRINGFIELD, IL - The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) in partnership with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) announced an $111 million …
SPRINGFIELD, IL, ILLINOIS, August 7 - Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the Butter Cow today in the Dairy Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Inspired by "It's Showtime!" the 2024 fair theme, sculptor …
SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, August 7 - The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services' tent at the 2024 Illinois State Fair will be bustling with activity this year as representatives from the agency will be on hand to welcome families and share …
