State News

Jesse White Encourages Consumers to Participate in Money Smart Week

Saturday, April 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White encourages consumers to participate in Money Smart Week, a weeklong free virtual event designed to help people manage their personal finances and avoid fraud.“For many years, Money Smart Week has brought financial literacy and has offered valuable information... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 3,739 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Friday, April 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Record 154,201 COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in one day SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 3,739 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 34 additional deaths.Cook County: 1 male 30s, 1 female 40s, 2 females 50s,... Read More.

NOMINATING PETITIONS AVAILABLE FOR ILLINOIS COMMODITY BOARD SEATS

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Farmers who would like to run for a three-year-term on the Illinois Corn Marketing Board (ICMB), the Illinois Soybean Program Operating Board (ISPOB), or the Illinois Sheep and Wool Marketing Board (ISWMB) can now start circulating nomination petitions.Petitions are available through... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 3,790 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 3,790 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 28 additional deaths.Adams County: 1 male 70s Cook County: 1 male 30s, 1 male 50s, 1 female 60s, 1 male 60s,... Read More.

Sen. Bailey Files Legislation to Eliminate FOID Cards

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD- Noting the negative impact that the backlog of unprocessed FOID (Firearm Owners IDentification) card applications has had on people’s second amendment rights, State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has filed legislation to eliminate the state’s FOID program. "FOID cards may have served a purpose in the days before... Read More.

State of Illinois Receives $124 Million from Federal Government to Expand COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Additional funding will build on state’s equity focus and help reach underserved communitiesSPRINGFIELD – The State of Illinois will receive an additional $124 million in funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to further expand its robust COVID-19 vaccination program, including more... Read More.

April is Youth Preparedness Month

Tuesday, April 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

IEMA, OSFM highlight ways to involve youth in disaster preparedness SPRINGFIELD -- Emergencies and disasters can happen at any time and anywhere. Disaster planning, response and recovery efforts should always take into account the unique needs of children, who make up roughly a quarter of... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 2,102 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Tuesday, April 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 80 counties have expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all Illinois residents 16 years and olderSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,102 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 11 additional deaths.- Cook County: 2... Read More.

PRITZKER ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES $18 MILLION IN PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE GRANTS

Tuesday, April 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Grants to enhance water and sewer infrastructure for 34 downstate and rural communitiesSPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced the recipients for the 2020 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure. A total of $18.2 million will... Read More.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to Explore Illinois Music History in New Exhibit

Tuesday, April 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

‘State of Sound’ opens April 30 SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The next special exhibit at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will explore the amazing musical history of Illinois by putting the spotlight on legends like rockers Cheap Trick, jazz great Miles Davis, bluegrass queen... Read More.