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Energy Omnibus Bill challenges Morris lawsuit against Grundy County

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 11, 2025

In a recent development, the Illinois Legislature passed the Energy Omnibus Bill, reinforcing that the city of Morris's lawsuit against Grundy County and an ECA Solar subsidiary lacks merit.

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FOIA request sent to Grundy County regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Grundy County regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Grundy County regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Grundy County regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025.

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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Grundy County in October compared to previous month

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 6, 2025

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Grundy County in October compared to the previous month.

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Illinois General Assembly passes contentious public transit bill amid criticism

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 5, 2025

Springfield lawmakers have passed Senate Bill 2111, a major piece of legislation aimed at addressing issues in Chicago’s public transit system.

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Illinois Democrats pass energy bill lifting cap on rate increases

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 5, 2025

In the closing hours of the Illinois General Assembly’s fall Veto Session, Democratic lawmakers approved an “Energy Omnibus Bill” that removes existing caps on energy rate increases.

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Springfield Democrats advance bill to decouple Illinois from federal tax relief

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 5, 2025

In a recent legislative move, Democratic lawmakers in Springfield have advanced Senate Bill 1911, which proposes to “decouple” Illinois from certain federal tax relief measures.

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ECA Solar seeks dismissal of Morris lawsuit on energy project jurisdiction

By Grundy Reporter | Oct 14, 2025

ECA Solar and its partners have filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit from the city of Morris, Illinois.

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Ameren Illinois launches $150 grant program for qualifying households facing high summer bills

By Grundy Reporter | Sep 8, 2025

Ameren Illinois has introduced a $4 million assistance program aimed at helping income-qualified households manage higher electricity bills during the summer.

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Illinois families and teachers offered tax relief for back-to-school expenses

By Grundy Reporter | Sep 2, 2025

As the new school year begins, Illinois families and educators have access to tax credits intended to reduce education-related expenses.

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Illinois’ elimination of cash bail faces criticism amid new federal scrutiny

By Grundy Reporter | Sep 2, 2025

Illinois is facing renewed national attention following its decision to end cash bail, a move made in 2023 under the SAFE-T Act.

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Illinois enacts grant program to support care of retired police dogs

By Grundy Reporter | Sep 2, 2025

Legislation establishing the Care for Retired Police Dogs Grant Program has been signed into law in Illinois.

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Illinois reports record-breaking tourism numbers for 2024

By Grundy Reporter | Sep 2, 2025

Illinois experienced a significant rise in tourism during 2024, according to recent data from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Tourism.

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Secretary of State warns Illinois residents about DMV text message scam

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

Illinois officials are alerting residents to a phishing scam involving fraudulent text messages claiming to be from the “Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles.” The scam has been active for several months and uses urgent language such as “Final...

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Illinois expands online licensing platform with more license types

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has completed the second phase of its move to a new online licensing platform, called CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment).

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Back-to-school safety tips issued by National Safety Council

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

As the new school year begins, safety remains a top concern for students and families.

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Illinois governor signs SB 328; critics cite risk of increased out-of-state lawsuits

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker has signed Senate Bill 328 into law, a move that has drawn criticism from Republican lawmakers, business groups, and watchdog organizations.

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Illinois opens applications for $12 million Safe Routes to School grants

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has opened the application period for its Safe Routes to School program, which is designed to improve safety for students traveling to and from school.

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FOIA request sent to Grundy County Sheriff regarding number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Grundy County Sheriff regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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Senate Republicans criticize Governor Pritzker over handling of Illinois redistricting

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 4, 2025

Senate Republicans have criticized Governor JB Pritzker for his recent comments on redistricting in other states, questioning his credibility on the issue due to actions taken during his tenure in Illinois.