The ABCs of Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month
October is Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month. Unsafe sleep is a leading cause of infant death nationwide. Last year in Illinois alone, over 125 infants died before their first birthday due to unsafe sleeping practices. The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is reminding […]
Expanded EV Rebates: More Time, Broader Access for Illinois Drivers
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced revisions to its Electric Vehicle Rebate Program, incorporating changes from 2025 legislation passed by the Illinois General Assembly. The updates include a revised definition of low-income applicants, now encompassing individuals and families with incomes not exceeding 80 percent of […]
October Recognized as Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October marks the beginning of Cyber Security Awareness Month in Illinois. The Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency wants to provide government agencies and citizens with resources, tools, and information to defend their cybersecurity during this awareness month.  This […]
Lawmakers Return for Fall Veto Session as Major Proposals Loom
This week, legislators will return to Springfield for the scheduled Veto Session, which will run from October 14 through 16 and resume from October 28 through 30. This period is traditionally set aside for lawmakers to review bills that were vetoed or amended by the Governor. It […]