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Government events this week in Grundy County: Sept. 7-13

The following events are scheduled to take place in Grundy County this week.

By S. F. Bailey | Sep 8, 2025

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

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

By Grundy Reporter | Sep 8, 2025

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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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Government events this week in Grundy County: Aug. 31 - Sept. 6

By S. F. Bailey | Sep 1, 2025

The following events are scheduled to take place in Grundy County this week.

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Local Government Meetings today in Grundy County

By W. T. Wilson | Sep 1, 2025

Grundy County Local Government Meetings today.

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Government events this September in Grundy County

By S. F. Bailey | Aug 31, 2025

The following events are scheduled to take place in Grundy County this month.

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Local Government Meeting today in Grundy County

By W. T. Wilson | Aug 26, 2025

Grundy County City Council Meeting starting at 6:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Government event this week in Grundy County: Aug. 24-30

By S. F. Bailey | Aug 25, 2025

The following event is scheduled to take place in Grundy County this week.

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Local Government Meeting today in Grundy County

By W. T. Wilson | Aug 20, 2025

Grundy County City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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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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Local Government Meetings today in Grundy County

By W. T. Wilson | Aug 19, 2025

Grundy County Local Government Meetings today.

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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.