State News

Agriculture Council of America Announces 2021 National Ag Day Date & Theme

Friday, February 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Overland Park, KS – The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) will host National Agriculture Day on March 23, 2021. This will mark the 48th anniversary of National Ag Day which is celebrated in classrooms and communities across the country. The theme for National Ag... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,884 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Friday, February 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Record breaking 130,000 doses of vaccine administered yesterday SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,884 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 32 additional deaths.- Adams County: 1 female 80s - Christian County: 1 female 80s - Cook County: 1 male... Read More.

Vaccine May Not Be Available Yet for All Who Qualify

Friday, February 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

(Springfield, IL) -- More people are eligible for the coronavirus vaccine in Illinois, but that doesn't mean they will actually get the shot. The Illinois Department of Public Health yesterday opened-up the second part of Phase 1b eligibility. That covers mostly people with underlying... Read More.

Unemployment Claims Up in Illinois Last Week

Friday, February 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois experienced increased initial unemployment claims last week as compared to the week before. The U.S. Department of Labor reports an additional 75,000 Illinoisans filed for first-time benefits. Another 19,100 independent contractors also filed for unemployment benefits. The state now has a total of... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 2,022 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, February 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,022 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 44 additional deaths.- Cook County: 1 female 60s, 3 males 60s, 4 females 70s, 3 males 70s, 2 females 80s, 1 male... Read More.

GOV. PRITZKER ANNOUNCES $4 MILLION INVESTMENT TO EXPAND CAREER TRAINING FOR AT-RISK YOUTH IN ILLINOIS

Thursday, February 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Training grants now available to expand career training programs for youth at-risk for dropping out or falling behind on career preparation PEORIA, IL—Governor JB Pritzker today announced new investments to the Youth Career Pathways program that will expand training for Illinois youth who face barriers... Read More.

IDOA RELEASES 2020 HEMP HARVEST NUMBERS

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has released final harvest numbers from the 2020 hemp growing season. IDOA issued 802 Hemp Growers licenses for the 2020 season. Hemp farmers reported 2,734 acres planted resulting in 2,392 acres harvested. The 2020 numbers are... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,665 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,665 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 27 additional deaths.- Christian County: 1 female 90s - Cook County: 1 female 40s, 1 male 60s, 2 females 70, 8 males 70s, 1... Read More.

Rep. Niemerg Continues Satellite Office Hours This Week and Next for Edwards, Wabash, White Counties

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

TEUTOPOLIS…State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) announced that the next Satellite Office Hours will be for Edwards, Wabash and White Counties this week and next. Thursday, February 258:00 – 10:00 AM Mt. Carmel City Hall (631 N. Market St.)11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Albion City Hall... Read More.

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State Senator Darren Bailey Announces Run for Illinois Governor in 2022

Tuesday, February 23 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Sen. Darren Bailey announced Monday he will seek the Republican nomination for governor in 2022… Bailey made the announcement Monday alongside family and friends at the Thelma Keller Convention Center in Effingham. He was sworn in as state senator in January, and previously served as... Read More.