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Illinois Department of Labor Warns of Heat Hazards on the Job

Heat-related illness can be deadly SPRINGFIELD – Summer doesn’t officially start for a few more days, but sometimes the heat and humidity don’t pay attention to the calendar. It is dangerous – even deadly – for workers not to pay attention to hot, humid conditions.“Understandably, much... Read More.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, IRS AND THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCE PLAN TO IMPLEMENT CORONAVIRUS-RELATED PAID LEAVE FOR WORKERS AND TAX CREDITS FOR SMALL AND MIDSIZE BUSINESSES TO SWIFTLY RECOVER THE COST OF PROVIDING CORONAVIRUS-RELATED LEAVE

Friday, March 27 by WROY/WRUL Staff

WASHINGTON, DC – Today the U.S. Treasury Department, Internal Revenue Service and the U.S. Department of Labor announced that small and midsize employers can begin taking advantage of two new refundable payroll tax credits, designed to immediately and fully reimburse them, dollar-for-dollar, for the cost... Read More.

Illinois Department of Labor Wants Workers to Know Their Rights Regarding Time Off

Thursday, January 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The old saying, “You have to work to get ahead,” has merit, but you also need some time off to be a good, healthy worker. In Illinois most full-time workers are legally entitled to time off each calendar week.The One Day Rest in Seven... Read More.

Keeping Things Scary But Safe: Department of Labor and Fire Marshal Inspect Halloween’s Haunted Houses

Wednesday, September 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

It’s that time of year again – scary sounds, darkened corridors, creepy clowns, lots of screaming. Haunted house season is here!And in Illinois, haunted house attractions need a permit to operate.“We know people love a scary, good time, but we also want to make... Read More.

IDOT Reopening Lanes where Possible for Labor Day

Wednesday, August 29 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation is reopening roads currently under construction where possible for the Labor Day holiday to help minimize travel disruption.Non-emergency work will be suspended from 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31, through 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 4, when construction will resume.The following... Read More.

CRASH FATALITIES DROP 78 PERCENT OVER LABOR DAY WEEKEND

Wednesday, September 13 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Leo P. Schmitz announces fatal traffic crashes dropped from 19 in 2016, to 5 in 2017; and fatalities dropped from 23 in 2016, to 5 in 2017.Over the Labor Day holiday weekend, the ISP issued 6,127 total citations and... Read More.

Lanes Reopened for Labor Day Holiday Weekend

Friday, September 1 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that lanes will be reopened, where possible, Labor Day weekend to expedite travel during the holiday weekend. Non-emergency road work will be suspended from 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, until 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5. Road work will resume... Read More.

Illinois State Police encourage safe driving habits for Labor Day Holiday Weekend

Thursday, August 31 by Jc Tinsley

The Labor Day weekend signifies the end of the summer and the last chance for people to get out and enjoy the warm weather. The holiday weekend is one the busiest driving periods and millions of motorists are expected to hit the roadways nationwide.... Read More.

9th Annual Wayne County Tractor Drive set for Labor Day

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

The 9th annual Wayne County Tractor Drive will be held on Labor Day, Monday, September 4. All tractors that are model year 1987 or earlier (30 years of age or older) are welcome to participate.The planned route for the drive will begin and end... Read More.

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Illinois Department of Labor responds to Ohio State Fair incident

Friday, July 28 by Jc Tinsley

In light of yesterday's tragic incident at the Ohio State Fair, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is suspending the operation of all rides similar to KMG’s Fire Ball until further notice. “With many festivals and county fairs occurring across the State, including the upcoming... Read More.

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