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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Riverfront Museum Park

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

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 6, 2025

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Syverson highlights economic impact as Hard Rock Casino marks one year in Rockford

State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) marked the first anniversary of the Hard Rock Casino in Rockford, highlighting its impact on the region since opening. “I worked for 20 years to make this project a reality and it was worth the wait.

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

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Inside Rockford Art Museum—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

Rockford Art Museum, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $250,000 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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Federal government sues Illinois over financial aid for undocumented students

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

Illinois is facing a new federal lawsuit over its decision to provide taxpayer-funded financial aid and in-state tuition to undocumented students.

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Illinois Senate Republicans introduce rebate program for utility relief

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 5, 2025

In light of increasing electricity rates across Illinois, Senate Republicans have introduced new legislation aimed at easing the financial burden on families facing higher utility bills.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful, Inc.

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 4, 2025

Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful, Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $30,000 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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Government-backed nonprofit Northwest Community Center profiled

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 3, 2025

Northwest Community Center, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, 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).

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Sen. Syverson recognized for longtime support at Boone County Fair dinner

By P. S. Fischer | Sep 3, 2025

State Senator Dave Syverson was honored at the Boone County Fair Appreciation Dinner for his long-standing support of the county fair.

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Illinois offers tax credits for back-to-school expenses for families and educators

By Rockford Sun | Sep 2, 2025

As students across Illinois return to school, families and educators have access to tax credits aimed at reducing education-related expenses.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Shelter Care Ministries

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 2, 2025

Shelter Care Ministries, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $30,000 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 after ending cash bail as senator calls for repeal

By Rockford Sun | Sep 2, 2025

Illinois’ decision to eliminate cash bail is drawing national attention following an executive order signed by President Trump on August 25.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: One Body Collaboratives

By M. C. Sanchez | Sep 2, 2025

One Body Collaboratives was approved to receive a $10,000 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: Boone County Fair Association

By M. C. Sanchez | Aug 31, 2025

Boone County Fair Association, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $292,100 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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Inside Rockford Park District—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By M. C. Sanchez | Aug 30, 2025

Rockford Park District, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive 10 grants totaling $5,730,960 in FY2024 for costs associated with renovations to Alpine Park, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Swedishamerican Hospital

By M. C. Sanchez | Aug 29, 2025

Swedishamerican Hospital, 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 103-0006).

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Cabello responds after arrest made in Emma Shafer murder case

By M. S. Malone | Aug 29, 2025

State Representative John M. Cabello (R-Machesney Park) has issued a statement following the arrest of Gabriel P. Calixto in Mexico, who is accused in the 2023 murder of Emma Shafer from Springfield, Illinois.

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Rep. Cabello questions Pritzker’s position on redistricting: ‘I hope and pray that again folks wake up’

By Rockford Sun reports | Aug 28, 2025

John Cabello, state representative from Machesney Park, is accusing Gov. J.B. Pritzker of hypocrisy for supporting Texas Democrats who fled their state to block a Republican redistricting plan, while defending Illinois’ own heavily gerrymandered congressional map.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: Carpenter's Place

By M. C. Sanchez | Aug 28, 2025

Carpenter's Place, 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 103-0006).

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Government-backed nonprofit Boone County Council On Aging profiled

By M. C. Sanchez | Aug 27, 2025

Boone County Council On Aging, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $30,000 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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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: United Way of Rock River Valley

By M. C. Sanchez | Aug 26, 2025

United Way of Rock River Valley, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive four grants totaling $1,679,130 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).