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Senate Republicans Call on Governor Pritzker to Opt Illinois into Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program
Illinois Senate Republican Caucus
Senate Minority Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove), Senator Jil Tracy R-Quincy), and Senator Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) are calling on Governor JB Pritzker to opt Illinois into the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit Program, to expand...
Crawford Bill Expanding Apprenticeships in Barbering and Cosmetology Across Illinois Sent to Governor
Illinois House Democratic Caucus
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Michael Crawford, D-Chicago, is advancing legislation to the governor’s desk that creates apprenticeship pathways in the barbering and cosmetology industries across Illinois. “For many Illinoisans, careers in...
Macomb, Illinois Joins Amtrak's 'Your Ticket to Summer Saving' Program for 2026 Travel Season
EIN Presswire
Amtrak riders who step off in Macomb this summer can score deals at local businesses and step into one of Illinois' most inventive travel experiences.
Legends of Basketball Visit Basketball Museum of Illinois
EIN Presswire
BEDFORD PARK, IL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Legends of Basketball Visit Basketball Museum of Illinois On April 8th, the Basketball Museum of Illinois welcomed Antonio Davis, President of Legends of Basketball and former...
NANO Nuclear’s KRONOS MMR™ and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Advance to Next Regulatory Milestone as U.S. NRC Formally Accepts Construction Permit Application for Review
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
Acceptance by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission initiates formal licensing process for KRONOS MMR™ system deployment at the University of Illinois, and solidifies the KRONOS MMR™ system as the first commercially-ready microreactor to reach...
IDNR awards biodiversity field trip grants to Illinois state parks, historic sites and museums
Illinois Senate Republican Caucus
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Conservation Foundation awarded more than $101,000 in Biodiversity Field Trip Grants to 108 schools across 34 Illinois counties.
2026 Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service Honors Illinois Heroes
Illinois Senate Republican Caucus
Firefighters from across the state were honored at the 33rd Annual Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Firefighter Medal of Honor Awards Ceremony on May 12. The Fallen Firefighter Memorial service was held at the Firefighter Memorial on the...
NCLA Tells Federal Court: Stop Illinois’ Unconstitutional Universal Gun Possession Licensing Mandate
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
Washington, D.C., May 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Civil Liberties Alliance filed the Laurent, et al. v. Kelly lawsuit today challenging the Illinois Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card Act, which requires everyone in the state to...
Koibito Poke Franchisee Opens First Illinois Location in Edwardsville
EIN Presswire
America's Leading Healthy Fast Casual Poké Concept Makes Its Metro-East Debut EDWARDSVILLE, IL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Koibito Poke®, the Arizona-born fresh fast casual concept known for its vibrant build-your-own...
Latest Powerball Jackpot Run Delivers Millions to New York
New York State Gaming Commission
New York Powerball ticket sales generated more than $43 million in aid to education, $7.5 million for retailers New Yorkers win more than $21 million in total prizes Even though Wednesday’s $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot was won in Illinois,...
Pair of Mussman Bills Expanding Child Abuse Protections are Now Law
Illinois House Democratic Caucus
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, led several pieces of legislation cracking down on child abuse and protecting Illinois’ most vulnerable, our children.
Illinois Lawmakers Move to Cut Ultra-Processed Foods from School Meals
EIN Presswire
CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Illinois is stepping up on student health, advancing landmark legislation aimed at removing ultra-processed foods of concern in school meals and setting a new standard for nutrition...
Senate Republicans Highlight Property Tax Relief Package to Address Illinois’ Crippling Tax Burden
Illinois Senate Republican Caucus
Assistant Senate Republican Leader Sally Turner (R-Beason), and Senators Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) and Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) today highlighted a package of legislation aimed at providing property tax relief, improving transparency,...
Illinois Tax Reform Backed by Voters Could Cut Property Taxes 20% or Fully Fund Schools
EIN Presswire
LA GRANGE, IL, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In advisory referenda passed with more than 60% support in both 2024 and 2014, Illinois voters supported the idea of a 3% surtax on annual income over $1 million (known as...
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Debuts Weeknight Dinner Menu
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
DOWNER’S GROVE, Ill., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, a lifestyle brand centered around food and wine, today announced a rotating dinner menu across all Illinois locations (with the exception of Springfield)....
Landmarks Illinois’ Bonnie McDonald receives prestigious Loeb Fellowship from Harvard, will step down as President & CEO
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
Chicago, May 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Landmarks Illinois is announcing that President & CEO Bonnie McDonald has been selected for a 2027 Loeb Fellowship by the Harvard Graduate School of Design (HGSD) and will step down from her post leading...
Belen Creative Expands Licensed Collegiate Merchandise Work with University of Illinois and Tarleton State University
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
Champaign, Illinois, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Belen Creative, a branding and merchandise company co-founded by Super Bowl XLVIII Champion Robert Turbin, is expanding its collegiate partnership portfolio through licensed merchandise and...
LT. COL. JOHN DWYER RETIRES FROM ILLINOIS AIR NATIONAL GUARD AFTER 30 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED MILITARY SERVICE
DVIDS - Georgia
After three decades of dedicated service to his community, state, and nation, Lt. Col. John Dwyer will officially retire from the Illinois Air National Guard on June 1, 2026. His 30-year military career reflects a profound commitment to duty,...
Belvidere Officer Retires from the Illinois Army National Guard After Two and a Half Decades of Selfless Service
DVIDS - Georgia
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FTC and Illinois Take Action to Stop Deceptive Conduct by Company that Created Thousands of Business Listings of Fake Local Home Repair Businesses
Federal Trade Commission
The U.S. Department of Justice, on behalf of the Federal Trade Commission, and the state of Illinois sued Chicago-based company Premium Home Service (PHS) and its owner for fraudulently creating thousands of fake online business listings for home...
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