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Friday, December 6, 2024
IDNR Announces Reduction in Pheasant Hunting Permits

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has announced a reduction in permits for controlled pheasant hunting for the 2024 season. Illinois announces reduction in controlled pheasant-hunting permits | OurQuadCities


Friday, December 6, 2024
Appeals Court Keeps Gun Ban in Place

Democrats’ firearms ban will remain in place for now pending a ruling from a federal appeals court. Appeals court keep Illinois’ gun ban in place as case proceeds | Illinois…


Friday, December 6, 2024
National Miners Day

On National Miners Day, we recognize the hard-working men and women who have dedicated their lives to the vital industry of mining. Today, we must all celebrate and honor the…


Thursday, December 5, 2024
National Human Rights Month

This month, we reflect and celebrate National Human Rights Month. This is a time to recommit ourselves to the continued pursuit of ensuring all people are treated with dignity, equality,…


Thursday, December 5, 2024
Madigan Federal Corruption Trial Update

Yesterday, jurors in the Madigan corruption trial saw evidence of the former Speaker’s influence throughout state government.  Mike Madigan’s influence on Illinois state board appointments explored in federal corruption trial…


Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Cookies are a Sweet Holiday Tradition

Cookies are a holiday staple for many Illinois families so as the festive season approaches, we’d like to celebrate National Cookie Day with a quick history of the holiday cookie….


Wednesday, December 4, 2024
State Watchdog: $7.2M in Fraudulent PPP Claims Made by State Employees

A state watchdog has found $7.2 million in fraudulent PPP claims made by Illinois state employees. Ongoing investigation has identified more than 275 cases of wrongdoing


Wednesday, December 4, 2024
National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month

December is National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving. Let’s work together and commit to keeping our roads safe…


Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Celebrating Illinois Statehood Day!

On this day in 1818, Illinois officially became the 21st state in the union. Since then, Illinois has been a beacon of innovation and economic opportunity in the Midwest. Happy…


Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Giving Tuesday

Happy Giving Tuesday! Today is all about the importance of giving back to others. From volunteering your time to donating to charity, there are so many ways to celebrate this…