Pritzker Administration Issues Next Round of Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Dispensary Licenses
CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) have announced the issuance of 35 additional Conditional Adult Use Dispensing Organization Licenses to applicants from the Social Equity Criteria Lottery (SECL). The issuance of these licenses is a significant step towards ensuring equity in the cannabis industry in Illinois.Governor JB Pritzker emphasized the importance of equity in the cannabis industry, stating, “Today’s announcement is yet another success story for Illinois placing equity at the forefront of...
Illinois Department of Public Health Urges Residents to ‘Fight the Bite’ During Lyme Disease Awareness Month
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging the public to educate themselves on how to protect against ticks and Lyme disease as National Lyme Disease Awareness Month kicks off. IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra highlighted the importance of being informed, stating, “Lyme disease is an infection that individuals can get from the bite of infected ticks – and it is the most common vector-borne illness in the United States with more than 500,000 people diagnosed and treated each year.”To help raise awareness and educate the public, IDPH has created resources such...
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site to Host Spring Native American Market in Collinsville
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site will be hosting its annual spring Native American Market on May 18-19 at the Collinsville VFW, featuring arts and crafts by more than 30 tribal-affiliated artists from across North America.According to the event announcement, artists will be showcasing and selling authentic Indigenous arts and crafts, including items such as jewelry, ceramics, paintings, drawings, clothing, flutes, and woodcarvings. The public is invited to attend, and both admission and parking are free for the event, which will be held at 1234 Vandalia St. in...
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Illinois Announces Change in Motor Fuel Use Tax Rate for Second Half of 2024
Illinois Motor Fuel Use Tax is comprised of two parts, Part A and Part B. This tax is reported and paid by licensees under the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). The rates listed here are effective July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024, for use on the quarterly IFTA returns. For more information, see FY 2024-24, Change in the Motor Fuel Use Tax Rate, Effective July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024.
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of March 10
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of March 10.
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Who made the biggest political contributions in Illinois during week ending March 9?
The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending March 9 found here.
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of March 3
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of March 3.
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Who made the biggest political contributions in Illinois during week ending March 2?
The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending March 2 found here.
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of Feb. 25
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of Feb. 25.
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Electronic Payments Coalition Chair: Durbin ‘weaponizing the federal government’ as retribution for opposition to credit card regulations
Richard Hunt, executive chairman of the Electronic Payment Coalition (EPC), said yesterday that U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) has requested a federal hearing on airline credit card and rewards programs as “retribution” for the airline industry’s opposition to Durbin’s proposed credit card regulations.
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Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending Feb. 24?
The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Feb. 24 found here.
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OPINION: The Justin Beaton Case and the Importance of Accurate News Reporting
In a world overwhelmed by information, news plays a vital role in shaping public opinion and influencing society. The Justin Beaton teacher case is a glaring example of how accurate news reporting can have significant implications for individuals and the broader justice system.
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Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois for the week of Feb. 18
The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois during the week of Feb. 18.
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Who made the biggest political contributions in Illinois during week ending Feb. 17?
The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Feb. 17 found here.
