Ill State News

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.”  

SPRINGFIELD – Through a cooperative and bipartisan effort in Springfield this year, State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) led two bills through the General Assembly with wide, bipartisan support. The new laws were signed by the Governor on Friday.    “I’m delighted to see bipartisanship work to pass needed solutions for the economic vitality of

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) State Lodge, representing more than 34,000 active duty and retired law enforcement officers, has endorsed Dan Brady, a Bloomington Republican, in his bid for Illinois Secretary of State in the June 28 primary election.   “We back Dan Brady because of his unwavering lifetime support for

WATERLOO, Ill. – Republican candidate for Governor Paul Schimpf released the following statement in response to the Illinois Auditor General’s report on the Covid-19 outbreak at the LaSalle Veterans’ Home:   “The news out of the Illinois’ Auditor’s Office is not just heartbreaking, but it shows how deep the systemic failures of our governor run in our