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Some Municipalities Cancel Fireworks Displays, Others Go Ahead
Some Illinois communities have scrapped plans for fireworks on July 4, but others plan to go ahead with displays for Independence Day.
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Illinois’ Pandemic Budget Relies On $6.5 Billion In Revenue That Hasn’t Materialized
There’s still no certainty regarding how Illinois will cover $6.3 billion of its upcoming pandemic-era spending plan.
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Quick Hits: Illinois News In Brief For July 2
Another 45,250 people in Illinois seek unemployment benefits.
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Commission To 'Restore Illinois' Issues First Report Without Meeting
The first report from the Restore Illinois Collaborative Commission surfaced Thursday, a day after it was supposed to be shared.
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Increased Minimum Wage During Pandemic Will Impact State's Local Governments, Nonprofits
The new Illinois minimum wage, which increased to $10 an hour this week, isn’t just affecting business owners.
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As U.S. Shatters Job Gains, Illinois Faces Long Recovery
More Illinoisans went back to work last week as the nation posted record job gains, but a full recovery remains far off.
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Illinois Lost $34.3 Billion In Gross Income Over Eight Years Due To Domestic Migration
Illinois saw a massive decrease in adjusted gross income (AGI) between 2010 and 2018.
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FBI Warns: 'Beware Of Online Banking Scams'
The Federal Bureau of Investigation said online banking has increased 50 percent because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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A Year After Doubling, Illinois Gas Tax To Increase Annually
It will cost about a nickel or a dime more when filling up with gas in Illinois starting July 1.
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Fed Survey Shows Illinois Manufacturers' Resilience Through Pandemic
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Survey of Business Conditions interviewed hundreds of manufacturers in Illinois and Michigan.
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Illinois Businesses Hit By Looting Could Get Help Through $25 Million State Grant Program
State Senator Dave Syverson has filed legislation to allow for a property tax credit for businesses affected by looting.
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Stiffer Penalties Go Into Effect For Distracted Driving In Illinois
Drivers responsible for a crash with injuries while driving distracted will face stiffer penalties starting July 1.
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Quick Hits: Illinois News In Brief For July 1
Federal and local law enforcement in Chicago are looking for 18 people in connection with fires from violent demonstrations this month.
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Facebook To Invest $800 Million To Build Data Center In Illinois
The northern Illinois city of DeKalb has been chosen as the site for a new Facebook data center.
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Chicago’s Police Superintendent: ‘We Must Keep Violent Offenders In Jail Longer’
And as President Donald Trump and Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot go back and forth over increased violence in the Windy City.
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COVID-19 Pandemic Brings Telemedicine To Forefront In Illinois
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought fresh perspectives and additional interest in telemedicine, including in Illinois.
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As More Illinoisans Venture Outside, Officials Warn About Poisonous Plants
The Illinois Poison Center is warning people to be cautious when exploring the wilderness.
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Pritzker Faces Pressure From Democrats, Republicans Over Shorting Payments To Nonprofits
Both Republicans and Democrats are pressuring Pritzker’s office to stop reducing or delaying state reimbursements to nonprofits.
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State, Local Video Gambling Revenue Down $105 Million During Illinois Covid-19 Shutdown
There hasn’t been video gambling since mid-March due to COVID-19 restrictions.
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Illinois Schools Prepare For In-Class Learning This Fall
School districts must now prepare to offer both in-person and remote learning options for families.
