Ill State News

CHICAGO – A recent survey of Illinoisans found that most blow their monthly budget just 14 days after payday, There was a 16.2% increase in searches for coupons or promo codes in Illinois over the past year. Almost 1/2 of respondents said due to inflation, there are certain things they bought this last year, which they can […]

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Move Over Early Warning Task Force, created to study new technologies and early warning systems available to protect law enforcement and emergency responders, met for the first time today.  Lead by the Illinois State Police (ISP), the task force will study warning systems in cellular phones and vehicles that alert the public to the

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Friday reported 40,193 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 56 deaths since May 13, 2022. That is an increase of 167 over the previous week which is only a 0.4 percent increase. Still the CDC reports eight Illinois Counties are

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Fuel and Retail Association, representing Illinois gas stations and convenience stores, has announced it has officially filed a lawsuit in Sangamon County Circuit Court challenging a new state law requiring fuel retailers to post signs on gas pumps promoting temporary gas tax relief. As part of a broader tax relief package included in

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) has named two new members to its Board of Directors, building on a strong record of leadership on behalf of manufacturers across the state.   “We are excited that these experienced industry leaders came forward to serve and contribute to the success of manufacturers who serve as

SPRINGFIELD – On behalf of retailers across the state, the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) applauds Gov. JB Pritzker for signing into law HB1091, a comprehensive proposal to combat organized retail crime that has plagued neighborhoods across Chicago and communities throughout the state.   Crafted by IRMA in partnership with Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, the

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Thursday reported 40,026 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, that’s an increase of 9,363 or 31 percent over last week’s 30,663   According to the CDC, 23 counties in Illinois are now rated at the Medium Community Level, including 14 counties

SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to increase its ranks and attract potential future Troopers, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is excited to announce the reimaging of the Fast Track Program into the newly created Lateral Entry Training Program.  The new program is designed to incentivize current law enforcement officers to increase their opportunities and join ISP.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The political arm of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce announces its endorsement of two outstanding candidates to fill new positions on the state’s highest court.   Representing thousands of Illinois small, medium, and large employers, the Chamber of Commerce advocates for the election of candidates that understand the impact of government decisions

Woodstock, Ill. – “The Rabine campaign keeps winning endorsements in the voter-rich Northeastern section of Illinois; most recently, New Trier Republican Organization. Rank and file Republicans see Gary Rabine as a common sense conservative who cannot be bought. Republican activists also appreciate a Republican candidate for Governor who has never voted for a Democrat.”