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Governor Visits Herrin Junior High School

Wednesday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today visited Herrin Junior High School and discussed the important work of the Governor’s School Funding Commission. The Commission recently released a report that includes a framework allowing members of the General Assembly to create a new school funding formula.“Education is... Read More.

Governor Highlights Lead Higher Initiative

Wednesday, February 8 by Jc Tinsley

As part of Illinois' commitment to improving quality, equity and access to education, Governor Bruce Rauner and Secretary of Education Beth Purvis today met with students taking part in the Lead Higher Initiative at Belleville West High School. Illinois is the first state in... Read More.

State Investigation Leads to $4.25 Million Settlement in Mining Discrimination Lawsuit

Tuesday, February 7 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) Director Janice Glenn today congratulated the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for the resolution of two lawsuits against various Illinois affiliated coal mining companies that alleged discriminatory hiring practices towards women in underground mines and related positions,... Read More.

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Illinois State Police Officers raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois

Monday, February 6 by Jc Tinsley

BLOOMINGTON - Illinois State Police (ISP) officials from Zone 5 Investigations presented a check for $2,000 today to Special Olympics Illinois at the Law Enforcement Torch Run Kick Off Conference in Bloomington.ISP Zone 5 Agents hosted the 45th Livingston County Law Enforcement Golf... Read More.

Munger Named Deputy Governor

Monday, February 6 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner on Friday announced that former Illinois Comptroller Leslie Geissler Munger has been named Deputy Governor, bringing a unique mix of business, human services and government experience to assist in addressing financial challenges facing the state and its nonprofit organizations.“Leslie’s vast business,... Read More.

Secretary of State Jesse White Pushes to Expand Organ/Tissue Donor Registry; 16- and 17-Year-Olds Could Become Donors

Friday, February 3 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State Jesse White initiated legislation that would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to register for the state’s First Person Consent Organ/Tissue Donor Registry when they receive their driver’s license or identification card. The legislation was introduced by state Sen. Mattie Hunter (D-Chicago) and state... Read More.

State of Illinois, U of I System Launch ‘Smart State’ Partnership

Thursday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

The State of Illinois and University of Illinois System announced a new partnership today which advances Illinois as the nation’s premier ‘Smart State’, integrating next-generation technology to improve quality of life, grow the state’s economy and retain and attract residents.“Illinois is nationally recognized as... Read More.

Governor Announces IDVA receives $4.173 M Federal Funding

Thursday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA) has awarded the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) $4.173 million dollars to reimburse funds spent for the new water treatment facility at the Illinois Veterans’ Home in Quincy (IVHQ). The... Read More.

Governor Rauner’s Illinois School Funding Reform Commission Reaches Bipartisan Framework for School Funding Formula

Thursday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner’s Illinois School Funding Reform Commission today approved a framework that allows members of the General Assembly to create a new school funding formula. “Illinois is another step closer to fixing our broken school funding system,” Governor Rauner said. “I applaud the Commission... Read More.

Illinois Department of Insurance Levies $560,000 Civil Forfeiture Against California-Based Zenefits

Thursday, February 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Insurance (DOI) announced a Stipulation & Consent Order with YourPeople, Inc., (dba Zenefits FTW Insurance Services) whereby the California-based human resources software and insurance brokerage company will pay a civil forfeiture of up to $560,000 for the alleged insurance law... Read More.

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Governor Visits Herrin Junior High School

Governor Highlights Lead Higher Initiative

State Investigation Leads to $4.25 Million Settlement in Mining Discrimination Lawsuit

Illinois State Police Officers raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois

Munger Named Deputy Governor

Secretary of State Jesse White Pushes to Expand Organ/Tissue Donor Registry; 16- and 17-Year-Olds Could Become Donors

State of Illinois, U of I System Launch ‘Smart State’ Partnership

Governor Announces IDVA receives $4.173 M Federal Funding

Governor Rauner’s Illinois School Funding Reform Commission Reaches Bipartisan Framework for School Funding Formula

Illinois Department of Insurance Levies $560,000 Civil Forfeiture Against California-Based Zenefits

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