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IL Department on Aging Launches Campaign to Protect Seniors and Adults with Disabilities from Abuse

Receives $2.1 million for a 3-year campaign; Engage2Change Springfield – The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) has launched a new public and professional awareness campaign to remind everyone about the importance of reporting suspected abuse, neglect and exploitation of persons ages 60 and older and persons... Read More.

IDOT: Mowing Operations Taking Place Throughout State

Friday, July 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Motorists urged to stay alert and slow down when encountering crews SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding the public that seasonal mowing operations have resumed throughout the state. Motorists should be prepared to slow down, put down the devices, avoid all distractions and... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE REQUEST THE PUBLIC’S ASSISTANCE IN MISSING PERSON INVESTIGATION

Thursday, July 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Springfield, IL - Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) request the public’s assistance in a missing person investigation involving Daniel “Danny” Crosby of Carterville, Illinois.ISP DCI Zone 4 investigators were requested to assist with an investigation into the disappearance of Daniel Crosby.... Read More.

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Jesse White Announces Expired Driver’s Licenses, ID Cards and License Plate Stickers Extended an Additional Month – Until Nov. 1

Thursday, July 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

White suggests delaying facility visit during heat wave Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that expiration dates for driver’s licenses/ID cards and license plate stickers have been extended an additional month – from Oct. 1, 2020, to Nov. 1, 2020. This new Nov. 1... Read More.

IDOR: Income Tax Filing & Payment Deadline Are Days Away

Tuesday, July 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Today, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) reminds taxpayers the state individual income tax filing and payment deadline is July 15, just days away. This year’s deadline was extended three months by Governor JB Pritzker in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Both state and... Read More.

IDOT Ready for Pavement Blowouts During Heat Wave

Tuesday, July 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Motorists should remain alert, anticipate slowdowns and temporary work zonesSPRINGFIELD – With extreme heat dominating the forecast, the Illinois Department of Transportation cautioned motorists to be on the lookout for pavement buckling on roads throughout the state.Pavement failures or blowouts occur when prolonged high temperatures... Read More.

Gov. Pritzker’s Lockdown Orders Tossed; Individual Liberty Re-Established in Illinois

Friday, July 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Louisville, IL – Once again, Clay County Circuit Court Judge Michael McHaney ruled Governor J.B. Pritzker overstepped his authority in issuing multiple “stay at home” or lockdown orders to address the COVID-19 pandemic.State Rep. Darren Bailey (R-Xenia) took legal action against the Governor, challenging... Read More.

Secretary of State Offices Closed for Independence Day

Friday, July 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and Driver Services facilities will close in observance of Independence Day. Offices and Driver Services Facilities operating on a:· Monday through Friday schedule will be closed on Friday July 3rd.· Monday through Saturday schedule,... Read More.

Construction Suspended Where Possible for July 4

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Non-emergency closures called off, but motorists should still expect work zones SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Fourth of July holiday to minimize travel disruption.Non-emergency closures will be suspended... Read More.

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