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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…


Saturday, July 6, 2024
On this Day…Illinois’ First State Flag!

On this day in 1915, Illinois adopted its first official state flag! https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2019/08/the-flag.html


Thursday, July 4, 2024
Happy Independence Day!

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe.


Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Gun Ban, 49 New Laws, State Softball Champions, and More

Supreme Court Refuses to Immediately Hear Appeal to Illinois Firearms Ban The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a set of challenges to Illinois Democrats’ firearms ban for…


Tuesday, July 2, 2024
SCOTUS Won’t Immediately Hear Challenges to Illinois Firearms Ban

The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a set of challenges to Illinois Democrats’ firearms ban for now. Here’s what you should know.  https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2024/07/02/supreme-court-declines-hear-challenge-illinois-assault-weapons-ban


Friday, June 28, 2024
Soil and Water Budget Cut, New State Department, Wildlife Habitat Grants and More

Severe budget cut imposed on Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts Although Illinois, in the heart of the Corn Belt, is one of the granary locations of the world, the…


Thursday, June 27, 2024
State Police Training to Combat Human Trafficking

The Illinois State Police is training front-line officers to recognize signs of human trafficking and recognize at-risk and exploited children.  https://khqa.com/newsletter-daily/isp-train-to-spot-and-protect-children-from-trafficking-and-exploitation


Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Illinois Crop Update

Here’s the latest on Illinois crops. As our farmers continue to work throughout the summer, remember to keep an eye out for large equipment on the roadways and give them…