State News

First Case of B.1.351 COVID-19 Variant in Illinois

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Continued mask wearing and vaccination are essential SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the first case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) variant B.1.351, which was first identified in South Africa. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the variant in... Read More.

State Representative Dave Severin Appointed as Republican Spokesperson to Three Key House Committees

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

BENTON – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) announced this week that he’s been appointed to serve as the House Republican Spokesperson for three Illinois House Committees. Severin, a Benton native, and 117th district State Representative serving in his third term, says his experience in... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 7 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Thursday, of 7 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (4)2 males in their 1 female in her 20’s 1 female in her 70’s Gallatin County (2)1 male... Read More.

Sen. Bailey Statement on Health Committee Hearing

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) released the following statement following the Senate Health Committee’s Feb. 11th subject matter hearing on COVID-19 vaccinations… “While I’m honored to have the opportunity to serve on this committee, our first meeting was very disappointing. Our state’s vaccination program is an... Read More.

Jesse White Awards over $1 million in CARES Act Grant Funding

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White is awarding $1,142,645 in CARES Act funding to 292 Illinois libraries, school districts and library systems. CARES Act funding was provided to the Illinois State Library from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to... Read More.

State Expanding Phase 1B Vaccine Eligibility

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announced Wednesday that the state will be expanding Phase 1B vaccine eligibility to include people who have disabilities and underlying health conditions.Pritzker said the expansion is due to a 30% increase of supply of the various coronavirus vaccines currently in... Read More.

More Than 100 New COVID-19 Vaccination Locations Added

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Meijer and Walmart now offering vaccines at a limited number of stores SPRINGFIELD – The number of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination locations across Illinois continues to increase. Since February 4, 2021, 134 new locations have been added to the list of COVID-19 vaccination sites open to... Read More.

Sen. Darren Bailey Schedules Mobile Office Hours for Constituents

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) is working to make sure that residents of the 55th Senate District have regular opportunities to get help with state government issues or questions. His district office staff will be rotating through 10 different locations each month to be more... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 2,825 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois on-track to administer more than 1.5 million doses of vaccine by tomorrow SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,825 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 53 additional deaths.- Adams County: 1 female 70s, 1 male... Read More.

Illinois Product Expo Goes Online for 2021

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced the launch of Illinois Product Online Marketplace. This online platform provides consumers the opportunity to purchase Illinois products in place of the annual Illinois Product Expo, which was cancelled due to Covid-19. Now through March 3,... Read More.