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Severin Says Police and Crime Bill Makes Illinois a More Dangerous Place to Live

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) voted no on a massive legislative package that he says will hamper law enforcement’s ability to do their job and make Illinois a more dangerous place to live. Legislative shell games played by the Democratic Majority in... Read More.

Illinois AFL-CIO Statement: Congratulations to new House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD –The Illinois AFL-CIO today issued the following statement in response to the Illinois House selecting Emanuel "Chris" Welch as the new Speaker:"The Illinois AFL-CIO, representing nearly 1 million working families across the state, today offers a hearty congratulations to new Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris"... Read More.

Illinois Chamber Congratulates Representative Emanuel “Chris” Welch

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Illinois Chamber would like to congratulate Representative Emanuel “Chris” Welch on his election today as Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives. Speaker Welch will be the first new speaker in the lifetime of many Illinoisans. It is no secret that Illinois faces... Read More.

Darren Bailey Sworn-In as State Senator; Excited to begin 102nd General Assembly

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD– On the first day of the Illinois General Assembly, State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has taken the oath of office and is beginning his first term in the Senate. “I’m excited to get to work with my new colleagues in the ‘upper’ chamber and to... Read More.

Adam Niemerg Sworn In to 102nd General Assembly: Top Priorities are Protecting Innocent Life and State Reforms

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD…Today, Teutopolis native Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) was sworn in as the new State Representative for the 109th District. The district office will be located at 107 W. Main Street, Teutopolis, Illinois. “I am humbled to be selected to work on behalf of our area to... Read More.

IBHE BOARD APPROVES HIGHER EDUCATION BUDGET REQUEST FOCUSED ON EQUITY

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Board of Higher Education today approved a fiscal year 2022 budget that increases funding to support its continuing efforts to help close equity gaps in higher education outcomes. The budget proposal is $2.141 billion and would reflect a 4.5 percent ($92... Read More.

IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike Receives COVID-19 Vaccination

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Director urges people to be vaccinated when they are eligible SPRINGFIELD – Today, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike received her coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination at the Cook County Health’s North Riverside Health Center in Riverside. Partnering with the Cook County Department... Read More.

IDPH Posts COVID-19 Vaccination Data

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Averages 24,200 Vaccines Administered Daily for Past Seven Days SPRINGFIELD – Beginning today, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is now reporting coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination data on its website, with data to be updated daily and additional data to be provided as available. ... Read More.

Miller’s Statement on Calls for Impeachment

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

WASHINGTON – Tuesday, Congresswoman Mary Miller released the following statement to address the calls to impeach President Trump.“I join my colleagues in denouncing the violence that occurred in the Capitol last week. It was a very sad day in our nation.What this country desperately... Read More.

State Farm® Matching American Red Cross Donations January 11-15

Tuesday, January 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

To help the American Red Cross respond to disasters and emergencies big and small, State Farm® is matching donations to the Red Cross dollar for dollar up to $100,000 from now through January 15th, helping gifts go twice as far! To donate and ensure a... Read More.

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Severin Says Police and Crime Bill Makes Illinois a More Dangerous Place to Live

Illinois AFL-CIO Statement: Congratulations to new House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch

Illinois Chamber Congratulates Representative Emanuel “Chris” Welch

Darren Bailey Sworn-In as State Senator; Excited to begin 102nd General Assembly

Adam Niemerg Sworn In to 102nd General Assembly: Top Priorities are Protecting Innocent Life and State Reforms

IBHE BOARD APPROVES HIGHER EDUCATION BUDGET REQUEST FOCUSED ON EQUITY

IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike Receives COVID-19 Vaccination

IDPH Posts COVID-19 Vaccination Data

Miller’s Statement on Calls for Impeachment

State Farm® Matching American Red Cross Donations January 11-15

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