Ill State News

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) issued the following statement regarding the announcement that electric vehicle battery producer Gotion plans to open a factory in Manteno:   “Today’s announcement builds on our state’s long history of auto manufacturing, and we are thrilled to welcome Gotion to Illinois as we work diligently to create an ecosystem […]

SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to build its ranks, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is updating the pre-employment requirements for people applying to become a trooper.  Recently signed into law, Public Act 103-0312 makes changes to the Illinois State Police Act, effective January 1, 2024.  The new “Option Three” allows for current law enforcement officers with three years

SPRINGFIELD — In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day last week, Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie renewed her call for bipartisan cooperation to address the opioid epidemic impacting communities all across Illinois and highlighting recent progress she led that will help prevent fentanyl-related deaths.   “Every death resulting from fentanyl poisoning or opioid abuse

CHICAGO – The Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association (IHLA) recently recognized National Hotel Employee Day, celebrating the service and dedication of thousands of employees who work in hotels throughout Illinois.    The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and National Day Calendar established National Hotel Employee Day in 2022 to honor the nearly two million employees

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) wants Illinois boaters to be aware that Boating under the Influence of Alcohol (BUI) can be hazardous for passengers and swimmers, as well as other vessels on the water. With Illinois experiencing record high temperatures, boating on Illinois lakes and waterways has become a popular way for

SAVANNA, ILL – In light of the guilty verdict handed to Tim Mapes, former right-hand man of criminally charged ex-House Speaker Mike Madigan, House Republican Leader Tony McCombie is pressing for greater ethics laws in the Illinois House.   “As the tangled web of corruption has unraveled in federal court, reform efforts in the statehouse

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Governor J-B Pritzker spent time in Southern Illinois Friday, celebrating growth in the agriculture and tourism industry.   Saline River Farms in Creal Springs is expanding thanks to state and federal grants.   The governor said this would be great for the region.   Governor Pritzker also stopped in Carterville for the

CREAL SPRINGS – Governor JB Pritzker and Saline River Farms today joined local leaders and partners to break ground on Saline River Farms’ new state-of-the-art USDA meat processing facility. Supported by the Economic Development for a Growing Economy Tax Credit (EDGE) program and a $1.5 million grant through the Meat & Poultry Supply Chain Capital Grant Program along

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia Heights) is proud to announce his steadfast support for the Golden Apple Foundation’s ongoing efforts to combat the teacher shortage crisis in Illinois. With a focus on their Golden Apple Scholars Program and Accelerators Program, the foundation has secured additional funding to bolster the recruitment and preparation of

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the first Illinois human West Nile virus (WNV)-related death in 2023.   Testing by CDC confirmed the case was WNV-related.   The individual, who was in their 90’s and lived in suburban Cook County, had an onset of symptoms of WNV in early August