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IDOL Unveils 2025 Prevailing Wage Rates, Supporting Fair Labor Practices Across Illinois SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has announced the publication of the official 2025 Prevailing Wage Rates, a crucial update that ensures fair compensation for laborers and mechanics employed on public works projects throughout the state. This comprehensive release, made … Read more

Randolph County’s 2024 Final Multiplier Announced, Aiming for Equitable Property Assessments SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has officially announced the final 2024 property tax multiplier for Randolph County, a crucial figure designed to ensure fairness and uniformity in property assessments across the state. The announcement, published on the official illinois.gov news … Read more

California Department of Education Announces Opening of 2025–26 Annual Update Sacramento, CA – The California Department of Education (CDE) is pleased to announce that the online portal for the School Year 2025–26 Annual Update is now open. This crucial process allows local educational agencies (LEAs) across the state to submit essential information and fulfill reporting … Read more

Illinois Dispatches Specialized Search and Rescue Team to Aid Texas in Post-Disaster Efforts Springfield, IL – In a demonstration of solidarity and a commitment to providing critical assistance during times of need, the State of Illinois has dispatched a highly trained urban search and rescue (USAR) team to Texas. The deployment, confirmed by Illinois.gov News … Read more

Illinois Gov. Pritzker Invests in Future of Innovation with Tech Incubator Enhancement Grants Springfield, IL – Governor J.B. Pritzker announced today the awarding of multiple Tech Incubator Enhancement Grants, a significant initiative aimed at bolstering the state’s burgeoning technology sector and fostering economic growth. The grants, distributed to various tech incubators and accelerators across Illinois, … Read more

Illinois Achieves Historic High, Ranking #13 in CNBC’s Top States for Business Springfield, IL – July 11, 2025 – Illinois has reached an unprecedented milestone, climbing to the 13th position in CNBC’s prestigious annual “Top States for Business” rankings. This historic achievement marks the highest placement Illinois has ever secured in the influential report, underscoring … Read more

Black Bear Sighting Prompts Safety Reminders for Jo Daviess and Carroll County Residents Springfield, IL – July 11, 2025 – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has confirmed recent sightings of a black bear in Jo Daviess and Carroll counties, prompting the agency to issue important reminders to residents on how to safely coexist … Read more

Clinton Nuclear Power Station Successfully Completes Scheduled Maintenance and Refueling SPRINGFIELD, IL – July 11, 2025 – The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) today confirmed the successful completion of the scheduled refueling and maintenance outage at the Clinton Power Station. This routine operation, conducted with meticulous planning and execution, ensures the continued safe and reliable … Read more

IDPH Intensifies Efforts to Safeguard Illinois Against Measles Outbreaks Springfield, IL – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced a series of proactive measures aimed at bolstering defenses against measles and preventing potential outbreaks within the state. In a recent communication dated July 11, 2025, the IDPH detailed its commitment to public health … Read more

California Department of Education Announces Important Updates to School Nutrition Program Standards SACRAMENTO, CA – July 10, 2025 – The California Department of Education (CDE) today announced significant updates to its School Nutrition Program Standards, effective immediately. This comprehensive revision aims to further enhance the nutritional quality of meals served to students across the state, … Read more