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Illinois Sets New Tourism Records with $48.5 Billion in Visitor Spending in 2024

The spending boom generated $4.7 billion in state and local tax revenue and directly supported more than 282,000 jobs in the tourism and hospitality sector, nearly 4,000 more than the year before. #spending

Trump plans to clean up Democrat-run cities over local objections

Trump has long decried the crime and conditions inside large U.S. cities, including Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. #crime

Gov. Pritzker Declares Disaster After Severe Storms and Flooding in Three Illinois Counties

The declaration, announced Friday, allows the state to mobilize additional resources to support local governments and residents during recovery efforts. #disaster

New Illinois Law Strengthens Missing Persons Investigations

The measure eliminates waiting periods for filing missing persons reports and requires police to immediately enter cases into the state’s Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS). #missingpersons

Governor Signs Law Expanding Poultry Processing Access for Illinois Farmers

“It gives small farmers the tools they need to succeed while respecting food safety and community traditions.” #farmers

Illinois Freedom Caucus Blasts Senate Energy Hearing on Rising Utility Bills

Lawmakers with the caucus blamed rising utility costs on state policies they say have reduced energy supply while demand continues to climb. #hearing

Illinois Moves to Phase Out Toxic “Forever Chemicals” With New Law

Environmental groups praised the measure, calling it one of the strongest actions yet in Illinois to address the chemicals, which are nearly impossible to break down in the environment. #chemicals

Illinois takes over health insurance marketplace in 2026 amid skepticism

“Today marks a pivotal step towards bringing quality, affordable healthcare to all Illinoisans,” Pritzker said.  #healthcare

Joyce Help New Law Gives Farmers More Tools to Manage Deer Populations

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 710 on Friday, a measure aimed at improving the state’s nuisance deer program and adjusting hunting tag rules. #deers

Du Quoin State Fair Announces Twilight Parade Grand Marshal and Theme

Governor JB Pritzker announced that Dr. Glenn Poshard, former Southern Illinois University president and longtime public servant, will serve as Grand Marshal for the August 22 event, themed “Adventure Awaits!” #parade

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