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Investments & Securities Complaint Form

Securities Complaint Form allows you to submit a complaint about a company or individual. The Securities Department will investigate your complaint and, if violations of the law are discovered, your complaint may lead to administrative, civil or criminal action.
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I-PASS

Get I-PASS and Get Going! Learn more!
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Contact the Illinois Tollway

Tollway headquarters; Customer Call Center; Construction information
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Find Competitions Entry & Results Information at the Illinois State Fair

Find out who the winners are in any one of the hundreds of competitions going on during the fair. From grand champion livestock to husband caller, winners are posted almost immediately after judging.
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Find Concerts & Entertainment at the Illinois State Fair

Each year, one of the most anticipated announcements of the summer is the unveiling of the Illinois State Fair Grandstand lineup. The Illinois State Fair features at least nine nights of high-caliber musical entertainment.
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Purchase Tickets to the Illinois State Fair

The Illinois State Fair features high-caliber musical entertainment each night of the fair. Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster or through the Illinois State Fair box office.
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Purchase Tickets to the DuQuoin State Fair

The Du Quoin State Fair features nightly Grandstand entertainment. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster or at the Du Quoin State Fair box office.
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Illinois Rest Areas

Rest area related information such as services available, location information, location and rest area name.
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Find Current Winter Road Conditions

Weather, construction and road closure maps
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Find Public Transportation

IDOT provides technical assistance and financial resources to public transportation providers and rail operators in an effort to provide mobility options that support an interconnected transportation network allowing efficient movement of people and goods throughout the state.
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Find State Road Project Information

This section of IDOT's website showcases projects that the department seeks to keep the public updated on. Utilizing the map and lists provided on this site, you will find significant information on featured projects such as overview, benefits, scope, public involvement and timely news, status and updates on current construction projects.
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Gateway Traveler Information System Interactive Map

Weather, construction, road closure maps
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Find Road Conditions

The real-time maps on the Travel Midwest site are created from data provided by a variety of sources including the Illinois DOT, the Illinois Tollway, the Chicago Skyway, the Wisconsin DOT, the Indiana DOT, the Indiana Toll Road, the Michigan DOT and the Minnesota DOT.
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Find Group Tour Opportunities

Experience a new adventure on one of these exciting Illinois tours
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Find Hotel Packages & Deals

Travel deals for fun across the state
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Find Things to Do in Illinois

Find activities in every corner of the state
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Illinois Travel Kits & Guides Online Ordering

Find the Illinois travel magazine and sign up for our weekly newsletter
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Locate a Facility for a Sporting Event

A comprehensive list of the 1,200 sporting venues across the state for everything from PGA tournaments to Olympic trials
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Plan an Illinois Getaway

Find activities in every corner of the state
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Fishing Licenses

Fishing licenses can be purchased online or over-the-counter from DNR DIRECT license/permit vendors.
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Reserve a State Campsite

Outdoor enthusiasts can learn more about reserving a campsite at one of the many great parks in Illinois.
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Upland Game Permits

Upland Game Permit applications are available online through the IDNR website.
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Tollway Trip Calculator

Calculates amount of Tolls
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Illinois Tollway Outreach

Projects in your Community
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Sports Event Venue

A comprehensive list of the 1,200 sporting venues across the state for everything from PGA tournaments to Olympic trials
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Hunting and Fishing License Sales and Information

License Sales and Information for Hunting, Fishing, Harvesting, and Trapping. Including information on Deer, Uploand Game, Waterfowl/Dove, and Youth Permits.
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Lifetime Licenses

Lifetime hunting, fishing and combination licenses are available by submitting an application available on the IDNR website.
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Senior Licenses (age 65 and over)

Hunting, fishing and combination licenses and available online and over-the-counter from DNR DIRECT vendors statewide.
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Historic Architectural & Archaeology Resources GIS (HAARGIS)

Public portal to Illinois’ historic buildings, structures, sites, objects, and districts. 
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Registering a New Boat In Illinois

Boaters can learn more information on how to register their boat or watercraft in Illinois.
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Obtain Hunting Permits & Licenses

Licenses and permits can be purchased online through DNR DIRECT
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Register a Snowmobile

Drivers can learn more about how to register their snowmobile in Illinois.
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Travel Information

Learn more!
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Superior Customer Service & Toll Rates

Toll Collection options;Toll Rates by Plaza;Unpaid Tolls; Customers Service Centers
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Illinois Virtual Tollway Interactive Map

Roadway information;Lane closures
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Projects and Initiatives

Read about the critical investments the Illinois Tollway is making throughout the northern Illinois region. Learn more!
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Pay By Plate

Pay By Plate allows you to safely and securely pay unpaid tolls up to 14 days after you travel. Learn more
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Tollway Twitter

Roadway Incidents
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Media Center

Construction alerts; Releases; Publications & Reports
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Railroad crossing and collision Statistics

Railroad crossing and collision statistics
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Railroad Grade Crossing Search

Search railroad grade crossings by county
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Find Horse Racing Schedules & Results at the Illinois State Fair

The Illinois racetrack, known as one of the fastest dirt tracks in the world, hosts a large venue of great horse racing at this year's fair. Free admission and Pari-Mutuel Wagering lets the avid horse fan enjoy and watch not only some of the fi​nest horses in the state of Illinois, but also gives horse racing enthusiasts the chance to wager on one’s favorite!
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Reserve an Event & Facility at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds

The DuQuoin State Fairgrounds, its staff and management will cater to your needs and would welcome the opportunity to host any upcoming events you may be planning. The Fairgrounds is recognized as a leading multi-use venue and offers the finest in service and recreational opportunities available anywhere.
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Reserve a Campsite at the Illinois State Fair

Camping is available on the Illinois State Fairgrounds 365 days a year.
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Register for or Schedule a Cowboy Action Shooting Event

Shooting enthusiasts can learn more about how to register for or scheduling a cowboy action shooting event at Sparta's WSRC.
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Waterfowl / Dove Permits

Commercial waterfowl hunting area permit applications are available through the IDNR website.
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Crossbow Permit

Hunters with disabilities can apply for a crossbow permit.
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Boating Accident Reporting

Boat operators are required to submit a written report following accidents involving injury, loss of life or property damage in excess of $2,000.
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Chronic Wasting Disease Results

This site provides consolidated Chronic Wasting Disease (CDW) information: CWD statistics shows Total Cases per Year and Total Cases per Year per County, FAQ's, a query system, test results, other CWD resources and annual reports.
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Youth Hunting Permits

Permit applications for youth hunting seasons are available online.
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Turkey Permits

Turkey hunting permit applications are available online and through DNR DIRECT vendors.
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Register for or Schedule a Skeet Shooting Event

Shooting enthusiasts can learn more about how to register for or scheduling a skeet shooting event at Sparta's WSRC.
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Standing Vehicle Hunting Permit

Information on Standing Vehicle Hunting Permits is available from the IDNR Office of Law Enforcement.
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Register for or Schedule a Trap Shooting Event

Contact the World Shooting and Recreational Complex to schedule a shooting sports event.
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Licenses - Military Fee Exemptions

Fee discounts are available in some cases for active duty and military veterans.
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Harvest Licenses

Ginseng licenses can be purchased online through the DNR DIRECT license/permit system
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Non-Resident Licenses/Permits

Licenses and permits can be purchased online through DNR DIRECT
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Register for or Schedule a Sporting Clays Event

Shooting enthusiasts can learn more about how to register for or scheduling a clay shooting event at Sparta's WSRC.
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Deer & Turkey Harvest Reporting

Hunters can register their harvest of deer or turkey online or by tollfree phone call.
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Reserve/Lease A Room Or Cabin At A Lodge Or State Park

Visitors can learn more about reserving or leasing a room or cabin at one of our many wonderful lodges or state parks.
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Fishing & Hunting Application & Renewal

Hunters can purchase hunting, fishing and combination licenses online, or over-the-counter from DNR DIRECT license/permit vendors statewide.
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Deer Permits

Hunters can apply online for firearm deer permits, or purchase archery deer permits from vendor locations.
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Illinois Fire Museum

The Illinois State Fire Museum is located at the corner of Main and Central avenues in the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield and has on display antique fire service memorabilia dating back to 1857.
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I-Pass Transponder Registration & Activation

Create I-Pass account
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Request Illinois State Fair Information

Do you have a question regarding the upcoming Illinois State Fair? From fairgoer services to camping and competitive events, the staff of the Illinois State Fair is here to help.
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Reserve an Event & Facility at the State Fairgrounds

The Illinois State Fairgrounds encompasses over 360 acres of land with more than 150 buildings and over 1,000 stalls for livestock or horses. The many amenities offered here on the Illinois State Fairgrounds will assist you in hosting your event, large or small.
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Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum Tickets

Purchase tickets to visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
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Plan a Visit to the Lincoln Library & Museum

Get everything you need to know about planning your visit to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
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Illinois History Conferences

The Conference on Illinois History offers a place for scholars to present their latest research into the state’s past, whether it involves Native Americans and early settlers, Abraham Lincoln and his contemporaries, or crusaders for social justice. Historians present their findings and then take part in lively conversations with the audiences. The conference also has sessions designed specifically for teachers, who can earn professional-development credits for participating.