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Fiscal Fallout: Illinois diversity commission’s budget ballooning but results lag

Despite federal setbacks for diversity, equity and inclusion programs, Illinois has spent millions of dollars in the past few years for new, high-paying government jobs to increase the amount of state contracts that go to businesses owned by racial minorities, women and people with ...
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Illinois quick hits: Trump deploys Illinois Nartional Guard; Madigan to report to prison

Trump deploys Illinois Nartional Guard President Donald Trump will federalize 300 Illinois National Guard troops, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said in a statement Saturday. ...
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U of I scrutinized over perceived preference for international students

(The Center Square) – The University of Illinois faces scrutiny over its Spring 2026 Master’s in Accounting program, with the school saying it’s open to all students, though legal experts raise potential discrimination concerns. ...
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ICE agents shoot armed woman in suburban Chicago during attack

(The Center Square) – Birder Patrol agents near Chicago shot an armed woman Saturday who was part of a group of motorists who attacked the agents with their cars, the Department of Homeland Security said. ...
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Illinois Residents Recover Millions Through Life Insurance Policy Locator Tool

Nearly $20 million has been returned to Illinois consumers so far this year, thanks to the Life Policy Locator service offered by the Illinois Department of Insurance. This online tool assists state residents in finding lost or unclaimed life insurance policies and annuities that ...
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Illinois Wins National Award for Move Over Project Improving Roadway Safety with Real Time Alerts

The Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology has been honored with the 2025 Government Experience Project Award for its Move Over Illinois project. This initiative enhances roadway safety by delivering real-time emergency alerts through the Waze app, helping drivers respond more quickly to first ...
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Illinois Officials Urge Safe Sleep Practices to Protect Infants During Infant Safety Awareness Month

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is highlighting the importance of safe sleep practices for infants during Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month in October. Caregivers are being reminded to follow the ABCs of safe sleep: babies should always sleep Alone, on their ...
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WATCH: State police prepares ICE protest zones; energy policy debate continues

(The Center Square) – In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Editor Greg Bishop shares the latest updates from Illinois State Police and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security over public safety and immigration enforcement. ...
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IL legislators weigh energy policy some say will increase costs

(The Center Square) – Illinois’ energy landscape continues to evolve as the state works to usher in industries that draw a lot of power. In the southside of Chicago ...
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Analyst points to inefficiencies as Pritzker touts record spending on infrastructure

(The Center Square) – After Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced the biggest infrastructure spending plan in state history, a transportation policy director says Illinois taxpayers are not getting great returns on their investments. ...
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States sue feds over denying grants for illegal immigrants

(The Center Square) – Democratic attorneys general from 21 jurisdictions sued the Trump administration Wednesday for denying federal funds to help victims of violent crimes who are illegal immigrants. ...
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Illinois Secures Federal Funding to Expand Sickle Cell Disease Care and Gene Therapy Access

Illinois is set to boost care for individuals with Sickle Cell Disease as it joins a federal program focused on gene therapy access. The state will receive nearly $9.55 million in federal funding over the next decade. This initiative aims to enhance screenings, referrals, ...
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