Sun Times

SPRINGFIELD, Ill- As cold winter temperatures linger across Illinois, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) remind residents, especially older adults and their caregivers, to take extra precautions to prevent winter-related fires.   Cold weather brings an increased use of heating equipment, space heaters, electric blankets, and […]

Proponents say ‘Home for Good’ legislation will create safer, stronger communities by improving housing and support services for people returning from prison  SPRINGFIELD – The Home for Good Coalition has unveiled legislation to create safer, stronger communities across Illinois by improving housing and support services for people returning from prison to prevent homelessness, increase public safety and save taxpayers money. 

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The spring program of speakers at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute will focus on themes of public service, politics and philanthropy. “Our spring schedule reflects the institute’s commitment to bring interesting and diverse voices to Carbondale,” said John Shaw, institute director. “Our guests are focused on different approaches to public

SPRINGFIELD – Earlier this week Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs  hosted a celebration to commemorate Black History Month and honor leaders in the African American community.   The event, held at the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office in the Marine Bank Building in downtown Springfield, was an opportunity to reflect on the great achievements of Black leaders.

EDWARDSVILLE, IL  — Prairie Farms Dairy and Hiland Dairy Foods today announced United in Tradition, a limited-time Indy 500® sweepstakes inspired by one of the most iconic celebrations in all of sports. The sweepstakes is part of a larger collaboration between Indianapolis Motor Speedway, American Dairy Association Indiana, and the Prairie Farms Family of Companies.