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Rep. Bailey: Move Illinois Forward; Reach to Heaven for Help

Louisville – Illinois has been so focused on addressing the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic that we’ve literally heard nothing about our future, according to State Rep. Darren Bailey. Bailey said the situation is such a huge challenge he’s calling for a Statewide Day of Prayer.“I... Read More.

Illinois’ Credit Rating Nearly Junk

Friday, April 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois’ credit rating is one ding away from junk status. Credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings lowered the state’s lowest-in-the-nation credit rating to “Triple B Negative” based on their expectation that the state will have difficulty navigating the COVID-19 pandemic’s economic effects. Two other ratings... Read More.

Illinois Suffers Largest Single Day of CoViD-19 Related Loss of Life to Date; White, Hamilton, Edwards, Clay 4 of Only 11 IL Counties Remaining Without Confirmed Cases

Thursday, April 16 by Jc Tinsley

Only 11 counties remain ,of the 102 that make up Illinois, without a reported positive CoViD-19 case. Of those, 4 are right here (White, Hamilton, Wayne, Edwards, Clay) in our region. UPDATE as of 4:18pm: Wayne County Health Department was notified late this morning of... Read More.

Unemployment Statewide Data Shows Soaring Numbers; Local Numbers Due Next Thursday

Thursday, April 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) today released new statewide data showing the department processed over 141,000 new initial unemployment claims for the week ending April 11. As of March 1, the department has processed more than 650,000 initial unemployment claims, 12 times... Read More.

State Official Suggests Illinois Students Won’t Return to Classrooms this School Year

Thursday, April 16 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Deputy Governor Jesse Ruiz made a suggestion this week that it’s likely students won’t be returning to classrooms this school year. Ruiz’s comments came on Wednesday while speaking at a news conference when he said, “We’ve applied and received a federal waiver to... Read More.

Southern Illinois Legislators Announce “Southern Illinois Strong” Drive Online Fundraiser to Benefit Regional Small Businesses Harmed by COVID-19 Crisis

Thursday, April 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

MARION – As the COVID-19 crisis continues to cause economic hardship for small business owners across the State of Illinois and throughout the United States, Southern Illinois’ legislative delegation are endorsing a new “Southern Illinois Strong” t-shirt fundraising drive. State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) and... Read More.

Representative Darren Bailey Talks with IDES; Continues to Jab State Leaders

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

Representative Darren Bailey says he spoke with Illinois Department of Employment Security officials through a conference call recently and is offering some advice to folks who may still be having trouble with the system.Specifically, he says there have been a lot of questions from... Read More.

Looking for a Silver Lining…Chances are You’re Getting Fewer Robocalls

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

Business closures and government stay-at-home orders have taken their toll on the American economy, but they have offered a silver-lining to some in Illinois: Fewer robocalls.To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the new coronavirus that’s killed hundreds in Illinois alone, state and local governments... Read More.

IDHS to Close Remaining Local Office Lobbies as Covid-19 Peaks in Illinois; All Benefits Remain Available

Wednesday, April 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Consumers still urged to stay home; all benefits applications fully available by phone and online; local staff responding by phone and will continue handling local emergency assistance needsCHICAGO/SPRINGFIELD - Today, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is taking another step to protect its... Read More.

Governor Pritzker Announces Protections and Guidance for Illinois Residents Receiving Federal Stimulus Checks

Wednesday, April 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

CHICAGO – Governor Pritzker announced Tuesday he is suspending laws that permit the service of a garnishment summons, wage deduction summons, or a citation to discover assets as part of consumer debt collection proceedings. This step protects the use of the stimulus money for food,... Read More.

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Rep. Bailey: Move Illinois Forward; Reach to Heaven for Help

Illinois’ Credit Rating Nearly Junk

Unemployment Statewide Data Shows Soaring Numbers; Local Numbers Due Next Thursday

State Official Suggests Illinois Students Won’t Return to Classrooms this School Year

Southern Illinois Legislators Announce “Southern Illinois Strong” Drive Online Fundraiser to Benefit Regional Small Businesses Harmed by COVID-19 Crisis

Representative Darren Bailey Talks with IDES; Continues to Jab State Leaders

Looking for a Silver Lining…Chances are You’re Getting Fewer Robocalls

IDHS to Close Remaining Local Office Lobbies as Covid-19 Peaks in Illinois; All Benefits Remain Available

Governor Pritzker Announces Protections and Guidance for Illinois Residents Receiving Federal Stimulus Checks

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