Ill State News

SPRINGFIELD, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) wants to raise awareness about the importance of safety around flammable liquids as burn injuries can create life altering impacts. National Burn Awareness Week is February 4-10 with this year’s theme of “Flammable Liquids Burn.”   National Burn Awareness Week is a window of opportunity […]

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinoisans can soon receive free income tax preparation services at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, courtesy of a group of specially trained students. Beta Alpha Psi, a College of Business and Analytics honors accounting student organization, is sponsoring the popular, free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for low-

Some counties continue to see elevated levels of COVID-19 and Respiratory Viruses; Those with symptoms urged to stay home and seek treatment   CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that the latest data continues to show the spread of respiratory viruses is declining across the state. The state’s overall respiratory illness

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., — The Commission on Equity and Inclusion (CEI) has opened its new online training academy, now available to State personnel with Illinois.gov email credentials. This overarching resource will offer an array of courses designed to enhance knowledge and promote equity and inclusion within the State’s procurement landscape.   The inaugural training, titled “CEI’s

Electronic, hard copy forms ready for tax filing SPRINGFIELD – 1099-G tax forms are now available for claimants who received unemployment insurance (UI) benefits in 2023, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) HAS announced. Claimants who collected UI benefits last year need the 1099-G tax form to complete their state and federal tax returns.

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois high school seniors are encouraged to apply by March 3 for the 2024 Conservation Achievement Scholarship, sponsored by the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF).   The ICF annually awards scholarships to outstanding seniors who demonstrate effective, voluntary, long-term dedication to the preservation, protection or enhancement of the state’s natural resources.   Four scholarships of

SPRINGFIELD –The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced the release of the new Illinois Official Highway Map. The map includes route updates, detailed sections devoted to cities from Zion and Cairo as well as a feature that shows mileage between towns and marked route junctions to assist travelers as they explore Illinois.   “Paper maps

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today launched its annual Black History Month campaign, designed to honor and uplift the contributions of Black Illinoisans, business owners and leaders. As part of the month-long celebration, DCEO launched a webpage featuring events and resources, including resources to support Black-owned businesses, a social media toolkit, proclamation and more.