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General Assembly Blocks Human Rights Executive Order that Would Provide Better Service to Taxpayers

Tuesday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

Despite more than 1,000 cases pending with an average wait time of four years to hear a discrimination case, the Illinois House voted today to block the consolidation of the Illinois Human Rights Commission (HRC) into the Illinois Department of Human Rights (DHR).“Madigan’s legislators... Read More.

Governor Rauner Urges General Assembly to Ensure Pension Reform, Funding for Chicago Public Schools

Friday, March 17 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Rauner released a video message Thursday encouraging the General Assembly to take swift action on legislation that would enact statewide pension reform while delivering Chicago Public Schools the $215 million it has requested from the state.The Governor has pledged to sign the legislation... Read More.

Rauner Administration issues statement on Attorney General employee pay lawsuit

Friday, February 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Rauner Administration issued the following statement from General Counsel Dennis Murashko in response to a St. Clair County judge denying the Attorney General’s motion to block state employee pay.“We’re pleased our hard working state employees, who show up to work every day on... Read More.

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Reis named to House Republican leadership team for 100th General Assembly

Wednesday, January 18 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) was appointed today to serve as an Assistant Minority Leader for the 100th General Assembly.Reis is beginning his beginning his 7th term representing the 109th District in the Illinois General Assembly, which covers portions of 9 counties in... Read More.

Carmi Police arrest shoplifter at Dollar General

Thursday, January 12 by Jc Tinsley

At 1:20 pm Wednesday, Carmi Police arrested 32 year old Keri Tarrants of Crossville at the Dollar General store on a charge of retail theft. Tarrants was seen on surveillance cameras concealing items and leaving the store without paying for them. She was... Read More.

Sen. Righter sworn in for 100th General Assembly

Thursday, January 12 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) is sworn into office Jan. 11 in the Senate chambers of the Illinois Capitol. Righter was one of dozens of Senators who were sworn into office as part of the inauguration of the 100th Illinois General Assembly. “It’s humbling to... Read More.

Treasurer Frerichs to Propose New Legislation to Strengthen Life Insurance Law, Issue Final Report to General Assembly

Thursday, January 12 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs will propose new legislation on Thursday to strengthen the life insurance law that went into effect this month. The proposal represents the next logical step to bring commonsense change to the life insurance industry because some companies have not paid... Read More.

Governor Applauds General Assembly’s Passage of Lead Testing Bill

Wednesday, January 11 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today released the following statement on SB 550, the bill that would require testing of drinking water for lead at schools and daycares:“This bill shows what is possible when we work together. I applaud the General Assembly for passing this bipartisan... Read More.

Gov. Rauner: Why the General Assembly must reform workers’ compensation

Thursday, December 29 by Jc Tinsley

The following is an excerpt of an op-ed written by Governor Rauner that was published this morning byCrain’s Chicago Business: Illinois has every reason to succeed. We have the hardest-working people in America, the best infrastructure in America and the best... Read More.

Ribbon Cutting for Dollar General

Friday, November 18 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting on November 18, 2016 for the new Dollar General Store in Carmi. Dollar General will hold a Grand Opening on Saturday, November 19 and the first 50 customers will receive a $10 gift card.“We... Read More.