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Illinois DOGE Profile: Old State Capitol Foundation

Old State Capitol Foundation was approved to receive a $40,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 8, 2025

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Inside Senior Services of Central Illinois Inc.—an Illinois DOGE Profile

Senior Services of Central Illinois Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $50,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 7, 2025

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Illinois DOGE Profile: Geneva Park District

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 6, 2025

Geneva Park District was approved to receive a $100,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Rep. Mike Coffey announces free community shred event in Chatham

By S. M. Rogers | Sep 5, 2025

State Representative Mike Coffey will host a free document shredding event in Chatham on Saturday, October 4, from 10 a.m. to noon at Chatham Square.

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Good News Partners Inc.

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 5, 2025

Good News Partners Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $516,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698, Public Act 103-0006).

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Keicher and Syverson partner with police for drug drop-off event in Sycamore

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 5, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher and State Senator Dave Syverson are working with the Sycamore Police Department to organize a Prescription Drug Drop Off Event.

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Government-backed nonprofit Chicago Urban League profiled

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 4, 2025

Chicago Urban League, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $188,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Turner introduces bill targeting utility cost relief for middle-class Illinoisans

By S. M. Rogers | Sep 4, 2025

State Senator Sally Turner (R-Beason) has introduced new legislation aimed at helping Illinois families manage increasing electricity bills.

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Coffey joins Springfield forum focused on improving Illinois’ business climate

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 4, 2025

Illinois State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) participated in a small business forum held in Springfield, where local business leaders gathered to discuss ways to improve the state's business environment.

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Inside Illinois Association of Park Districts—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 3, 2025

Illinois Association of Park Districts, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $28,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Illinois faces scrutiny over cashless bail as state sees changes across education aid and tourism

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 3, 2025

Illinois’ recent decision to eliminate cash bail has drawn national attention after President Trump signed an executive order on August 25, directing federal agencies to consider blocking funding to states that have ended the practice.

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Rep. McLaughlin announces free drug disposal and document shredding event for local residents

By S. M. Rogers | Sep 3, 2025

State Representative Martin McLaughlin is organizing a free event for local residents to dispose of prescription drugs and shred documents.

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Rep. Keicher presents resolution honoring The Suter Company's 100th anniversary

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 3, 2025

Rep. Jeff Keicher presented a resolution from the Illinois House of Representatives to Tim Suter, Executive Chairman of The Suter Company, Inc., in recognition of the company’s 100th anniversary. “It was my pleasure to present Tim Suter, Executive...

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Mike Coffey visits Springfield consulting firm for “Mike on Main Street” tour

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 2, 2025

State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) continued his outreach to local businesses in the 95th District as part of his “Mike on Main Street” business tours.

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Keicher hosts roundtable with local first responders in Illinois

By S. M. Rogers | Sep 2, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher hosted the annual First Responders Roundtable, bringing together local police and fire leaders to discuss issues affecting first responders.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 2, 2025

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $24,000,000 in FY2024 for costs associated with capital improvements at the Southwest City Regional Center, and costs associated with capital improvements at the Summit Emergency Regional Center, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698, Public Act 103-0006).

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Charlie Meier’s new law reduces regulation for small poultry farmers

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 2, 2025

State Representative Charlie Meier’s (R-Okawville) bill, HB 2196, has become law.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: The Children's Place

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 1, 2025

The Children's Place, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $463,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: The Pharmacy Art Gallery Art Space

By H. K. Calvert | Aug 31, 2025

The Pharmacy Art Gallery Art Space, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $200,000 grant in FY2024 for capital improvements, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Government-backed nonprofit North River Commission profiled

By H. K. Calvert | Aug 30, 2025

North River Commission, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $750,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).