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Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Research Commission Outlines Illinois’ Poor Economic Performance

A recent CGFA report outlines Illinois’ poor economic performance compared to other states. There’s no reason our state should be lagging the nation in any of these metrics. We have…


Monday, July 22, 2024
IEPA Hazardous Waste Collection Events

This fall, take advantage of 10 Household Hazardous Waste one-day collection events! Safely dispose of unused household chemicals and hazardous products. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (illinois.gov) The Caucus Blog of the…


Sunday, July 21, 2024
National Ice Cream Day

Today is National Ice Cream Day! Be sure to enjoy this holiday by grabbing a scoop from your favorite ice cream shop.


Friday, July 19, 2024
Fun at the Fair, State Parks, Professional Licensing, and More

Fun at the Fair! Opening Day at the Marshall/Putnam County Fair Kick-off Dinner did not disappoint! We celebrated great food, friends, and fellowship. The Knapp family’s tractor display was definitely…


Friday, July 19, 2024
Widespread Technology Outage

A widespread technology outage this morning impacted a number of services in Illinois and around the world. Here’s what you should know. What we know about the computer update glitch…


Thursday, July 18, 2024
Most-Visited State Parks in Illinois

Illinois is home to some of the most beautiful state parks in the Midwest. Here’s a look at 12 of the most-visited state parks in Illinois. These are the 12…


Tuesday, July 16, 2024
IDFPR Reminder to Renew Professional Licenses

The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is reminding individuals with certain professional licenses currently up for renewal to start the renewal process before their license expires. Several…


Friday, July 12, 2024
Agriculture Update, Illinoisan of the Day Nominations, Job Losses, and More

Agriculture Update More Illinois Jobs Being Lost In June, nine Illinois companies announced that over 1,000 jobs would be affected by mass layoffs. Illinois has become one of the least…


Thursday, July 11, 2024
Illinois Switching to ACT Exams

Here’s what you should know about the upcoming switch to the ACT exam next spring in Illinois schools. The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: High school students to…


Monday, July 8, 2024
Illinoisan of the Day Nominations

The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is seeking 10 individuals to spotlight each day of the Illinois State Fair as an Illinoisan of the Day. The Illinoisan of the Day program…