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GOVERNOR PRITZKER LAUNCHES “GET HIRED” WEBSITE TO CONNECT WORKERS IMPACTED BY COVID-19 WITH EMPLOYMENT AND CAREER RESOURCES

Friday, May 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Administration also announces partnership with Coursera to launch in June, offering online workforce development courses for Illinois job-seekers Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Illinois Department of Employment Services (IDES) today launched Get Hired Illinois – a... Read More.

Governor Planning Appeal of Representative Bailey’s Clay County Circuit Court Win

Tuesday, April 28 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Monday his office planned to appeal a ruling in a legal fight over the governor's authority to extend the state's stay-at-home order. State Rep. Darren Bailey, R-Xenia, filed a lawsuit challenging the order in Clay County Circuit Court. Bailey said the... Read More.

Rep. Bailey files lawsuit against Governor JB Pritzker

Friday, April 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

“Enough is enough” Louisville – State Rep. Darren Bailey filed a lawsuit today (April 23) against Governor J.B. Pritzker for a violation of civil rights. “My lawsuit asks the court to find that Gov. Pritzker overextended his power by issuing additional ‘stay at home’ orders after... Read More.

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Governor Pritzker Extends Stay at Home Order Through May 30; Adds Mask Requirement

Thursday, April 23 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker said Thursday he is extending the state’s stay-at-home order through May 30 and requiring residents to wear masks in public. “Make no mistake, Illinois has saved lives. By staying home and social distancing, we have kept our infection and death rates... 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.

Sen. Righter Urges Governor to Act on Unemployment Benefits for Small Business Owners and Self-Proprietors

Tuesday, April 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Mattoon, ILL - State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) urges Gov. J.B. Pritzker to act on unemployment benefits for small business owners and self-proprietors not typically eligible for unemployment benefits. Under the recently signed federal stimulus law, small business owners and self-proprietors are now eligible for... Read More.

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Represnetative Bailey Issues Statement Criticizing Illinois Governor Pritzker for Failings

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Representatives Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) and State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Effingham) have heard from dozens of constituents over the past week about the inability to access the state’s unemployment services. Today, the two issued the following joint statement: “More than 130,000 Illinois workers filed for unemployment... Read More.

Indiana Governor Holcomb Declares October 13-19 Indiana Move Over Week

Monday, October 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb has declared the week of October 13-19, 2019 be recognized as Indiana Move Over Week. In 1999 Indiana was the first state in the nation to pass such a law requiring motorists to move to an adjacent traffic lane,... Read More.

Governor in Southern Illinois Today Hailing Gambling Expansion and Infrastructure Improvements

Tuesday, July 2 by Jc Tinsley

A gambling critic said the state could lose a bet on how many jobs will be created by expanding Illinois’ gambling industry. While state officials expect to see more gambling revenue, that revenue could come with additional problems. Along with the infrastructure bill that doubles the... Read More.

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Righter’s New Harmony Bridge Legislation Gets Governor Signature

Monday, August 20 by Jc Tinsley

State Senator Dale Righter is celebrating a political win for southeastern Illinois involving legislation he helped carry through the Senate. Senate Bill 2804 was signed by Governor Rauner Sunday and goes into effect immediately. The law reflects a combined effort to reopen the New... Read More.

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GOVERNOR PRITZKER LAUNCHES “GET HIRED” WEBSITE TO CONNECT WORKERS IMPACTED BY COVID-19 WITH EMPLOYMENT AND CAREER RESOURCES

Governor Planning Appeal of Representative Bailey’s Clay County Circuit Court Win

Rep. Bailey files lawsuit against Governor JB Pritzker

Governor Pritzker Extends Stay at Home Order Through May 30; Adds Mask Requirement

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

Sen. Righter Urges Governor to Act on Unemployment Benefits for Small Business Owners and Self-Proprietors

Represnetative Bailey Issues Statement Criticizing Illinois Governor Pritzker for Failings

Indiana Governor Holcomb Declares October 13-19 Indiana Move Over Week

Governor in Southern Illinois Today Hailing Gambling Expansion and Infrastructure Improvements

Righter’s New Harmony Bridge Legislation Gets Governor Signature

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