New IDOC Pilot Expands Free Calls for Illinois Inmates
Illinois is launching a statewide pilot providing free phone minutes to incarcerated individuals to promote family connection and rehabilitation.
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Illinois Offers $15M to Help Families Repair Aging Homes
Illinois is providing $15 million in grants through the Home Repair and Accessibility Program to help 400 homeowners statewide
New South Zone Added to Illinois Waterfowl Map
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has finalized the 2026–2030 waterfowl hunting zones and dates
Festival at Illinois State Park Celebrates Fall on Lake Michigan
Illinois Beach State Park in Zion will host a free Fall Nature Fest on Oct. 18, celebrating the season with guided hikes, live animals, and outdoor family fun along Lake Michigan.
Illinois State Fairs Draw Over 1 Million Visitors in 2025
The Illinois and Du Quoin State Fairs welcomed more than 1 million visitors in 2025, marking record-breaking attendance and major economic benefits.
6 Fall Festivals You Can’t Miss in Northern Illinois
From German food at Oktoberfest to pumpkins in Sycamore, these six fall festivals across Northern Illinois offer rides, parades, crafts, and fun.
Teachers and parents can save with Illinois education tax breaks
Governor Pritzker and Illinois tax officials are urging parents and educators to take advantage of education-related tax credits to offset back-to-school costs.
Lost Purple Heart of Illinois WWII Veteran Returned to Family
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs returned a lost Purple Heart and other medals to the family of WWII veteran Stephen J. Grabowski during a ceremony in Marion.
Illinois Public Buildings Rank on America’s Ugliest List
A new survey ranked two Illinois buildings and one Wisconsin structure among the ugliest public buildings in America.
Illinois Launches Groundbreaking One Click College Admit Program
Illinois has launched One Click College Admit, a new program granting automatic public university and community college admission based on GPA.