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Illinois State Police investigation leads to a homicide arrest in Alexander County 

ULLIN – The Illinois State Police arrested 42-year-old Samuel L. Lewis from Cairo, IL, on charges approved by the Alexander County State’s Attorney’s Office (ACSO) for First Degree Murder (Class X Felony).   On May 9, 2023, at approximately 11:58 p.m., the Illinois State Police (ISP), Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Zone 7 was requested by […]

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Illinois State Police announce an eighth victim from 72 vehicle fatal crash on I-55

FARMERSVILLE – The Illinois State Police (ISP) announced the death of another victim in multiple crashes that occurred on May 1, 2023, at approximately 10:55 a.m. on both northbound and southbound Interstate 55, between mile markers 72 and 78 near Farmersville in Montgomery County.  Ruth M. Rau,  81-year-old from Sorento, IL succumbed to injuries Tuesday evening while in the

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Measure brings Illinois one step closer to developing new state flag

SPRINGFIELD – To promote public involvement and embody civic pride for Illinois, a measure spearheaded by State Senator Doris Turner that would create a commission to develop a new official state flag passed the Senate Thursday.   “History is living, breathing and ever evolving,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “We need to ensure government is evolving with

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Business groups oppose measure adding punitive damages on select court cases, say doing so will stifle job creation and growth

SPRINGFIELD – A coalition of business groups has issued the following statement in opposition to HB219, which will add punitive damages to select court cases and stifle job creation and growth in Illinois:   “Two years ago, in the waning hours of the lame duck session, Democrats in the General Assembly imposed pre-judgement interest on lawsuits

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The Illinois Chamber joins business groups in releasing the following statement

SPRINGFIELD – “Two years ago, in the waning hours of the lame duck session, Democrats in the General Assembly imposed pre-judgment interest on lawsuits adding immense pressure to defendants to settle cases regardless of the merits of the case. And now, with only days remaining in the spring legislative session, it’s déjà vu with a

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Illinois State Police celebrates Trooper Brian Frank’s homecoming after Scott’s Law crash two years ago

CHICAGO – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is celebrating the homecoming of Trooper Brian Frank who was involved in a serious Scott’s Law crash in 2021 that almost claimed his life. Trooper Frank has been in a hospital and rehabilitation center for more than two years and is finally going home.   On February 15,

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Pritzker administration expands access to self-administered Contraceptives

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Public Health (“IDPH”) and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (“IDFPR”) announced a new process to expand access to self-administered hormonal contraceptives, making them more available to Illinois residents than ever before.   IDPH Director, Dr. Sameer Vohra, issued a standing order that authorizes

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Rep. Ugaste provides update on needed business & litigation reforms in Illinois

SPRINGFIELD – As chair of the House Reigniting Illinois’ Strong Economy (RISE) working group, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) provided an update on reforms for business and litigation in the state of Illinois. The working group has been working to improve Illinois’ business climate in order to take advantage of the State’s other strengths to

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American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois applauds passage of procurement bill for land acquisition services 

SPRINGFIELD – The American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC Illinois) applauds the Illinois House for passing Senate Bill 2424 by a vote of 108-0. It now heads to the Governor’s office. SB 2424 will bring greater efficiency and transparency to the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) procurement of land acquisition services by having this

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