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Illinois Lowers Proficiency Benchmarks for Student Achievement Amid Debate

Illinois is changing the way it measures student achievement in its schools. The state board of education has approved new performance benchmarks that will allow more students to be classified as “proficient” in English, math, and science. For example, the required score for proficiency ...
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Illinois Lawmakers Push for Electronic Screening of Prison Mail to Protect Corrections Staff

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has voiced strong support for House Bill 50, a new measure designed to boost safety for Department of Corrections staff. Championed by Representative David Friess, the legislation requires all incoming prison mail to be electronically scanned with drug-interdiction ...
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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Statement about The Passing of Former Governor Jim Edgar

Illinois is mourning the loss of Jim Edgar, revered for both his public service and his personal warmth. Edgar’s legacy endures through his commitment to the “Three C’s”: Civility, Compromise, and Compassion—values he saw as crucial to a healthy democracy. He championed the idea ...
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Illinois Highlights Farm Safety Week to Raise Awareness of Agricultural Risks

September 15 through 21 is Farm Safety Week in Illinois, highlighting the urgent need for caution in one of the nation’s most hazardous professions. With more than 500 farming-related fatalities occurring annually across the U.S., tractor accidents top the list, alongside grain bin incidents ...
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Illinois Reports First West Nile Virus Death as Cases Surge in Cook County

Public health officials have confirmed Illinois’ first West Nile virus-related death of the year, involving a resident in their sixties from suburban Cook County. Since the start of May, Cook County has seen 33 human cases—almost double last year’s figure for the same period. ...
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SVCC Announces Next President

The Sauk Valley Community College Board of Trustees would like to announce the selection of Dr. Jon Mandrell as the College's seventh president. Their vote was unanimous and aided by the collective confidence of the College through a campus-wide evaluation.Dr. Mandrell noted, “Sauk has ...
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Some Road Notices for Fiesta Day Parade

On Saturday, September 20th, there will be multiple road closures due to the annual Fiesta Days parade.Beginning at approximately 12:45pm, 1st Avenue (Illinois Route 40) will be closed from 12th Street in Rock Falls to the Rock River. There will be additional road closures ...
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Governor Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation for Storm and Flood Recovery in Northern Illinois

Governor JB Pritzker has issued a disaster proclamation for Boone, Cook, Kane, McHenry, and Will Counties after severe storms and flooding hit the region in August. The move unlocks state resources to assist with recovery efforts across the affected areas. Damage assessment teams report ...
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Illinois Licensing Team Wins National Award for Modernizing Professional Regulation

The Division of Professional Regulation’s licensing team, under Director Camile Lindsay, has garnered the prestigious Regulatory Excellence Group Award from the Council on Licensure, Enforcement, and Regulation. This accolade spotlights the team’s noteworthy progress in modernizing and enhancing professional licensure processes across Illinois. Their ...
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Experience Fall Events Across Illinois Parks and Historic Sites This Autumn

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is rolling out a packed lineup of autumn events throughout state parks and historic sites. Residents and visitors can look forward to guided nature walks, festive fall gatherings, educational programs, trick-or-treating opportunities, and even historical reenactments. These events ...
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Illinois to Open Bidding for Agricultural Leases Promoting Conservation and Wildlife Habitats

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is preparing to accept sealed bids this fall for around 20 agricultural leases covering crop years 2026 through 2030. These leases are designed to promote wildlife-friendly practices and sustainable farming on state-managed lands. Details and site announcements can ...
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Illinois Conservation Foundation Seeks Nominations for Outdoor Excellence Awards

The Illinois Conservation Foundation is now inviting nominations for the Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards. This program honors both individuals and organizations demonstrating exceptional commitment to conservation efforts across the state. Those selected will be celebrated during a special gala event in Glen Ellyn, scheduled ...
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