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Illinois Students Advance to National Finals in Cybersecurity Challenge

Testament to State’s Commitment to Advancing STEAM ProgramsSpringfield, IL - Girls across Illinois, despite the transition to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, have persevered in their cybersecurity learning through the Girls Go CyberStart (GGCS) program. Out of the 385 girls from Illinois that... Read More.

Shimkus’ Art Contest Winner Influenced by Coronavirus

Thursday, May 21 by WROY/WRUL Staff

MARYVILLE, Illinois – Reflecting the trying times we are enduring, an oil painting titled "War Paints" by Red Hill High School's Lydia Higgins has been selected as the winner of the 2020 Congressional Art Competition for the 15th District of Illinois, Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15)... Read More.

Rep. Bailey Calls for Investigation into Personal Information Breach at IDES Web Site Over 5 Days

Wednesday, May 20 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Louisville – It has come to the attention of State Rep. Darren Bailey (R-Xenia) that over the first five days of the new Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) application program to file for unemployment benefits, personal information involving the... Read More.

ILLINOIS HEALTH FACILITIES REQUIRED TO ALLOW SUPPORT PERSONS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Wednesday, May 20 by WROY/WRUL Staff

CHICAGO/SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) released new guidance to help families support their loved ones with developmental disabilities. Persons with disabilities can rely on reasonable accommodations in Illinois hospitals during their treatment, which is more important than ever during the COVID-19... Read More.

State of Illinois Announces Illinois Connected Communities Grants to Assist Communities with Expanding Broadband Access and Use

Wednesday, May 20 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Grants Will Help Communities Build Capacity for Remote Learning, Work from Home and Other Essential Elements of Digital Access During the COVID-19 PandemicSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Office of Broadband today announced the new Illinois Connected Communities grant program designed... Read More.

Carmi City Council to Meet Tuesday

Monday, May 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Carmi City Council will meet Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. Due to COVID-19 the meeting will be held via teleconference. The call-in number for the meeting is (844) 855-4444 Access code: 159294.Council will consider, discuss, and possibly approve Jim Brown’s request to change the... Read More.

Hamilton County Highway Committee, Liquor Commission, and County Board to Meet Tuesday

Monday, May 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

DUE to COVID-19 the Hamilton County Courthouse is Closed to the public until further notice. Please check county’s web-site periodically for updates or the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department Face Book page.The Hamilton County Highway Committee meeting will be held Tuesday, May 19th, 2020 @... Read More.

Phi Beta Lambda Members Advance to Nationals

Monday, May 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, Ill. (May 15, 2020) – Members of the Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) student organization at Southeastern Illinois College (SIC) will advance to the national leadership conference. The accomplishment follows an outstanding performance at the digitally hosted state leadership conference this year.“This was my third... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TROOPER AND HIS K9 PARTNER APPREHEND SUSPECTS FROM INDIANA PURSUIT

Monday, May 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi, IL - Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Troopers arrested and charged Matthew R. Curtis, a 41 year old from Mt. Vernon, IN with Driving While License Suspended and Resisting Arrest and Brittany N. Howder, a 32 year old from Grayville, IL with... Read More.

ISP District 19 Responds to Accident Saturday Night on I-64

Monday, May 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 responded to a single vehicle personal injury traffic crash Saturday night around 10:00 p.m. on I-64 Eastbound at mile post 107. 57 year old Donald G. Drtina of Alburnett, Iowa was traveling eastbound on I-64 in the right hand... Read More.

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Illinois Students Advance to National Finals in Cybersecurity Challenge

Shimkus’ Art Contest Winner Influenced by Coronavirus

Rep. Bailey Calls for Investigation into Personal Information Breach at IDES Web Site Over 5 Days

ILLINOIS HEALTH FACILITIES REQUIRED TO ALLOW SUPPORT PERSONS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

State of Illinois Announces Illinois Connected Communities Grants to Assist Communities with Expanding Broadband Access and Use

Carmi City Council to Meet Tuesday

Hamilton County Highway Committee, Liquor Commission, and County Board to Meet Tuesday

Phi Beta Lambda Members Advance to Nationals

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TROOPER AND HIS K9 PARTNER APPREHEND SUSPECTS FROM INDIANA PURSUIT

ISP District 19 Responds to Accident Saturday Night on I-64

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