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Published on Mar 13, 2025

Illinois quick hits: Burn bans continue; changing station mandate advances

Burn bans continue Fire departments across Illinois are issuing burn bans as dry conditions are about to be exacerbated by high winds this weekend. Under a ban, people are ordered to refrain from open burning of landscape, agricultural and household waste. …

Source: The Black Chronicle - Oklahoma - Left-wing
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Illinois stands to become leader in the production of sustainable aviation fuel

(The Center Square) – Corn and soybean farmers in Illinois look to benefit from another byproduct of their fields. Sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, is made from non-petroleum feedstocks that reduces emissions from air transportation. It takes about 1.5 …

Source: The Center Square - Right-wing
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Illinois Gaming Board reminds Illinoisans March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month

IGB Approves New Gaming Licenses Among Other Regulatory Measures CHICAGO— During today's regularly scheduled Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) meeting, the IGB Administrator reminded Illinoisans that March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, noting that …

Source: Illinois Governor - Gov't Institution
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Illinois Department of Human Rights defends people experiencing homelessness

CHICAGO, Ill. (WIFR) - A letter sent to public officials reminds them that ordinances cannot restrict access to public spaces for those experiencing homelessness. A related video is attached to this article. The Illinois Department of Human Rights and the …

Source: WIFR - Illinois - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

2025 Illinois State Archery Tournament scheduled for March

SPRINGFIELD (Chambana Today) – The 2025 Illinois State Archery Tournament is scheduled for March 22 in Mattoon. The tournament will be located at the Emerald Sports Complex in Mattoon and highlights the dedication and skill of our Illinois student archers …

Source: WIXY 100.3 - Illinois - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

3 suffer life-threatening injuries in Kendall County, Illinois crash

Source: CBS 2 Chicago - Illinois - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Illinois EPA Awards Grant to Village of Maryville

by Kathy Turner The Illinois EPA has announced the award of $640,000 in grant funds to the Village of Maryville. The grant is part of the EPA’s investment in water infrastructure throughout Illinois. “Illinois EPA is proud to operate a robust State …

Source: The Troy Times Tribune - Illinois - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Peak timing, viewing tips: How to watch the total lunar eclipse in Illinois

The total lunar eclipse is set to peak during the overnight hours Friday and if you're looking to watch it there's one window to wait for. The total eclipse will flush the moon red Thursday night into Friday morning. According to NASA, the eclipse …

Source: NBC 5 - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Illinois Farm Bureau Awards $105,000 in Rural Development Grants

The Illinois Farm Bureau partnered with statewide county Farm Bureaus, or CFBs, to elevate rural communities. 23 Rural Development Grants, totaling one hundred and five thousand dollars, were awarded to support local projects throughout the state. Some of …

Source: WSIU - Illinois - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Pritzker and Illinois educators condemn Trump’s cuts at Department of Education

Gov. JB Pritzker warned at an Illinois Education Association convention Thursday that cuts to federal education funding could “damage the future of the people of Illinois,” shortly after the state sued to stop President Donald Trump’s moves to dismantle …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right