IDNR Reminds Hunters of Chronic Wasting Sampling Locations
With deer season upon us, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is encouraging hunters to take advantage of free testing for chronic wasting disease (CWD) available across Illinois. CWD is a fatal disease impacting the central nervous system in deer, currently confined to a 21-county […]
IDFPR Launches New Online Professional Licensing System
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) recently launched the Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment (CORE), a new online licensing system for IDFPR-licensed professionals. This digital transition begins with three license types—clinical psychologists, nail technicians, and music therapists—who can now complete their entire application process […]
SOS Promotes Distracted Driver Campaign
The Illinois Secretary of State’s (SOS) office has launched a new campaign, “One Road. One Focus,” aimed at raising awareness of the risks associated with distracted driving, especially among teen drivers. A key component of the campaign is geared toward educating teen drivers about the consequences […]
Veto Session Set to Begin
The Illinois General Assembly’s annual Fall Veto Session is approaching, scheduled for November 12-14 and November 19-21. While traditionally focused on addressing legislation vetoed by the Governor, this year there are no vetoes on the agenda. However, the Veto Session also provides an opportunity to revisit […]
Lawmakers Call for Urgent Changes to SAFE-T Act After Release of Suspect in Fentanyl Bust
In a case that has shocked many in Grundy County, local authorities recently arrested two Honduran nationals found in possession of 3 kilograms of fentanyl—an amount so deadly it could kill 1.5 million people. Yet, within 48 hours of the arrest, one of the suspects walked […]