Ill State News

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Human Services’ (IDHS) State-Operated Developmental Centers (SODCs) are amplifying COVID-19 testing and infection-prevention policies as a response to increased cases among residents and staff. SODCs provide residential programs to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities who have severe medical and/or behavioral needs. IDHS operates seven developmental centers in the state. Across […]

CHICAGO – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) will commemorate the 130th anniversary of its founding with industry leaders and companies from across the state during its 2023 annual luncheon on Friday. The event will celebrate the state’s diverse manufacturing industry, which develops innovative products that save lives, powers our homes and businesses, feeds the world, and transports

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is reminding the public to stay vigilant during the holiday season as the Israel-Hamas war continues. With rising tensions in the Middle East and the escalating Israel-Hamas war, there is the potential for violence to be carried out by terrorist groups and supporters pushing their agendas.   Historically,

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Gaming Board (the “IGB” or “Board”) held its final regular meeting of the year Thursday as it works to close out a historic and productive 2023 that included the opening of four newly authorized casinos and two sportsbooks, licensing of more than 200 new video gaming establishments, issuing numerous other licenses

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that Illinois has received $95.1 million from the Federal Railroad Administration to invest in passenger rail, highlighted by almost $94 million to improve and modernize Chicago’s Union Station.   “At the heart of the Midwest, Illinois sits in the center of our nation – serving as

CHICAGO – On Thursday, Governor JB Pritzker joined solar developer Reactivate and ComEd in Chicago Heights to announce the substantial completion of the 100th community solar site in northern Illinois that will serve mostly low- to moderate income ComEd customers, and is one of the first community solar sites located in Cook County. The Verduin solar farm

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) and the Illinois Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Wednesday launched their 2023 Human Rights Week campaign. The campaign was developed to celebrate the 75th anniversary of International Human Rights Day. This day highlights one of the world’s most groundbreaking global pledges: the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a landmark document that famously begins with

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) has announced four U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development grants totaling $83,600 for new equipment or infrastructure in Alexander, Crawford, Effingham, and Pulaski counties.   “Small investments in rural communities can often go a long way,” said Bost. “I’m pleased that these resources will help keep our cities beautiful and

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — the Office the State Fire Marshal stresses the importance of fire safety while decorating for the holiday season. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) more than one-third of home decoration fires are started by candles. More than two of every five home decoration fires occur due to decorations being placed