Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights the Rural Cooperative Development Grant. This grant aims to improve the economic conditions of rural areas by assisting individuals or entities in starting up, expanding, or enhancing…

Six months after the full implementation of cashless bail, and other provisions, of the Illinois SAFE-T Act, residents in our state are finding themselves less safe. Headlines, articles, and TV…

The Universal Recognition of Licenses Act would allow individuals with out-of-state occupational licenses or government certifications to work in Illinois if they meet the necessary training or testing and relevant…

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights the Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program. The goal of this grant is to improve and expand surface transportation infrastructure in rural areas, which in turn will increase…

Time is running out to file your state and federal income tax returns. The filing deadline is Monday, April 15. Here is some helpful information from the Caucus Blog to…

On Monday, April 8, Illinoisans will once again get to experience one of astronomy’s great marvels – a total solar eclipse. Check out this Caucus Blog article to learn how…

Earlier this year, the Kewanee community lost one of its greatest ambassadors and entrepreneurs. Philip Hackman “Phil” Good passed away on February 20 at the age of 89. Phil Good…

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights strategies to improve health outcomes and advance health equity in rural populations. The goal of these programs is to fund research targeted toward addressing underlying causes of…

The Israel Bonds Program, co-founded by Peoria’s Sam Rothberg, has helped raise billions for Israel’s development since 1951. Illinois is one of several states that has stepped up to lend…

The Illinois State Police is increasing starting pay for new state troopers. Starting July 1, 2024, new troopers will earn a total amount of compensation above $90k upon graduation from…