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With Vaccine Allocations Increasing, Illinois Launches Call Center to Bridge Digital Divide and Assist with Vaccine Appointments

Saturday, March 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Vaccine Appointment Call Center open 7 days a week at 833-621-1284 SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today launched the Vaccine Appointment Call Center to assist people who do not have access to or who have difficulty navigating online services in making appointments... Read More.

State Partners with Nine Critical Access Hospitals to Expand Equitable Distribution of Vaccine in Rural Communities

Saturday, March 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Building on Partnerships with FQHCs and Safety Net Hospitals, New Phase of Program to Help Reach Rural and Underserved CommunitiesMORRIS - Building on efforts to ensure the equitable distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine across Illinois, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health... Read More.

State Fire Marshal Reminds Illinoisans to Change Clocks and Batteries, Test Smoke Alarms in Advance of Daylight Saving Time

Friday, March 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Daylight saving time a reminder to check smoke alarms and review fire-safety plans Springfield, Ill- The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds Illinoisans to test, check for expired alarms and replace batteries in their smoke alarms as they change the clock this weekend.“Working... Read More.

IDNR Launches New Outdoor Recreation Licensing and Campground Reservation Platform

Friday, March 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) today announced the launch of a new user-friendly licensing, registration and reservation platform for outdoor enthusiasts interested in hunting, fishing, boating, snowmobiling and camping.Visitors to https://ExploreMoreIL.com and Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,682 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Highest 7-day vaccination average with more than 95,000 doses administered SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,682 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 30 additional deaths.- Christian County: 1 female 90s - Coles County: 1 female 50s - Cook County:... Read More.

Sen. Bailey Works to Help Ease Statewide Teacher Shortage

Wednesday, March 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD- As school districts across Illinois continue to struggle with hiring teachers to fill openings, many in the field point to the government-mandated edTPA test as a significant roadblock to future teachers. State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has filed legislation to eliminate the state’s... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department Reports

Wednesday, March 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A Norris City couple had their mailbox destroyed over the weekend according to White County Sheriff’s reports. It was nearly 10:30pm Saturday night when Jimmy and Betty Gwaltney of rural White County notified dispatch of the incident which they believed had just happened. Mrs.... Read More.

IDFPR Joins Multi-State Coalition of Regulators, Inviting U.S. Secretary of Education to Join Them in Protecting Student Loan Borrowers

Wednesday, March 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Urges Secretary Cardona to Reverse Specific Policies That Undermine States’ Oversight of Student Loan Servicers CHICAGO – IDFPR joined a multi-state coalition of state financial regulators congratulating Secretary Cardona on his confirmation and inviting him to partner with states in protecting student loan borrowers across the... Read More.

IEMA Highlights Flood Safety Awareness Week

Wednesday, March 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD -- Nearly every day, flooding happens somewhere in the United States. Flooding can cause more damage in the United States than any other weather-related event and is also one of America’s most underrated killers, causing nearly 90 fatalities per year. As part of... Read More.

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Illinois Taxes Highest in the Nation

Wednesday, March 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois now has the dubious honor of having the highest taxes in the United States, according to an analysis by personal finance website WalletHub, which looked at state and local taxes, income taxes, real estate taxes, sales and excise taxes, and vehicle property taxes... Read More.

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With Vaccine Allocations Increasing, Illinois Launches Call Center to Bridge Digital Divide and Assist with Vaccine Appointments

State Partners with Nine Critical Access Hospitals to Expand Equitable Distribution of Vaccine in Rural Communities

State Fire Marshal Reminds Illinoisans to Change Clocks and Batteries, Test Smoke Alarms in Advance of Daylight Saving Time

IDNR Launches New Outdoor Recreation Licensing and Campground Reservation Platform

Public Health Officials Announce 1,682 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Sen. Bailey Works to Help Ease Statewide Teacher Shortage

White County Sheriff’s Department Reports

IDFPR Joins Multi-State Coalition of Regulators, Inviting U.S. Secretary of Education to Join Them in Protecting Student Loan Borrowers

IEMA Highlights Flood Safety Awareness Week

Illinois Taxes Highest in the Nation

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