The corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan continued during the week as federal prosecutors laid out their case that the political leader engaged in a racketeering and bribery conspiracy. Opening statements in the landmark trial began on October 21st. Madigan, who was the […]
The 2024 Du Quoin State Fair broke its previous attendance records, attracting over 204,000 visitors during its 11-day run from August 23rd to September 2nd. This marked a major achievement for the annual event, surpassing the 2022 record of 171,000 attendees and setting a new benchmark […]
With the arrival of cooler weather, respiratory virus season is just around the corner. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has rolled out updates to its Seasonal Respiratory Illness Dashboard and is encouraging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves against common seasonal illnesses. […]
With Halloween creeping closer, the Illinois Senate Republicans have some helpful safety tips to make sure your night of trick-or-treating is all treats and no tricks! Stick to your local community’s designated hours and keep to the sidewalks to avoid any frightful falls. Adults should carry flashlights to […]
Round 2 of the Illinois Grocery Initiative’s “New Stores in Food Deserts” program is now open, offering critical grants to improve access to fresh, nutritious food in underserved communities. With $11 million in funding available, the program is designed to combat food insecurity by supporting the […]
The federal government has stepped into the legal fight over a new Illinois law that could change how banks and credit unions handle transaction fees. The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has filed an amicus brief supporting a lawsuit aimed at blocking the […]
Illinois deer hunting season is officially underway, with archery season starting on October 1 and running through January 19 for counties east of Route 47. In counties west of Route 47, the archery season will also run during this period, with breaks for firearm seasons beginning […]
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is celebrating National Women’s Business Month by highlighting the valuable impact of women-owned businesses throughout the state. With more than 450,000 women-owned businesses in Illinois, this month is focused on empowering women entrepreneurs and supporting their continued […]
October is recognized as Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, a time to promote safe sleep practices for infants and raise awareness about the risks of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The highest rates of death for infants are linked to unsafe sleeping conditions, with most fatalities […]
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is making families with children who are currently attending or have attended college aware of an uptick in scams targeting those who have taken on student loans. Due to recent challenges to federal relief programs, scammers have […]