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Illinois Issues First License via International Medical Graduate Pathway

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has issued the first license under its new International Medical Graduate Pathway. This initiative aims to expand the state's healthcare workforce by allowing internationally trained physicians to practice in Illinois.

November 2025 Enforcement Report

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has released its November 2025 Enforcement Report, detailing four enforcement actions signed by various directors. The report outlines regulatory actions taken against licensed professionals and financial institutions during that month.

Illinois Takes Over Bank, First Independence Bank Assumes Operations

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), in cooperation with the FDIC, took control of Metropolitan Capital Bank & Trust on January 30, 2026, due to unsafe and unsound conditions. First Independence Bank of Detroit will assume operations, ensuring customer deposits are protected.

December 2025 Enforcement Report

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has released its December 2025 enforcement report, detailing five enforcement actions taken during that month. The report covers actions across banking, financial institutions, professional regulation, and real estate sectors.

IDFPR Adds 6 New License Types to CORE Platform

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced the addition of six new license types to its CORE platform, completing Phase 3.2 of the system's modernization. This update primarily affects mental health professionals, including social work and counseling professions, as their licenses are gradually integrated into the new system.