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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) continues to be the center of controversy as this week a bipartisan group of legislators issued harsh words over the Department’s failures regarding a proposed daycare rule. In other news, concerns over the state’s “assault weapons” ban registration have prompted the Illinois State Police (ISP) to schedule a series

The month of October is designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and has been each year since 1989. According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, one in three women and one in four men have experienced some form of physical or emotional violence by an intimate partner within their lifetime. Domestic Violence Awareness Month evolved from the National Coalition Against

Archery deer hunting season has officially begun, and firearm season is just around the corner. Deer archery hunting season began Oct. 1 and will run through January. For Illinois residents, the application for a single deer archery either-sex permit is already closed. A combination deer archery permit or a single deer archery antlerless-only permit are still available for purchase over

As Senate Republicans continue to call attention to the rising cost of living and inflation, new data shows that for the first time since 2009, Illinois experienced a decline in personal income. According to revised data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis, Illinois was one of seven states to see personal income declines during the last year. This marks the first time

Illinois state lawmakers are set to return to Springfield Oct. 24 for the start of the General Assembly’s annual Fall Veto Session—a time designated to take up legislation vetoed by the Governor. State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) says Veto Session is scheduled for Oct. 24-26 and Nov. 7-9. Unlike last year, when the Governor vetoed only one bill, the

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois state lawmakers are set to return to Springfield Oct. 24 for the start of the General Assembly’s annual Fall Veto Session—a time designated to take up legislation vetoed by the Governor. Meanwhile, as Senate Republicans continue to call attention to the rising cost of living and inflation, new data shows that for the first time since 2009,

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, promoting awareness of the disease, along with the stories of survivors and those who lost their lives. Numerous breast cancer organizations also hold fundraisers to help generate money for research on treatments to help patients. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing new grants for rural water and waste systems, along with offering an update on the state’s harvest. USDA grants to enhance rural water and waste systems The USDA Rural Development has unveiled an opportunity for private nonprofit organizations to apply for grants aimed at enhancing water treatment and waste disposal systems in

With Veterans Day coming soon, Illinoisans are being encouraged to honor veterans by submitting their names and pictures to be displayed at a Capitol memorial. Members of the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus are once again working to honor the sacrifices of veterans with a memorial at the Illinois State Capitol. The caucus’ memorial will be on display in the Capitol

The Director of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) – the state agency charged with protecting vulnerable Illinois children – has announced that he will soon be stepping down. Following the recent release of another scathing audit covering repeated issues with the DCFS, the director of the embattled agency, Marc D. Smith, announced that he would be leaving