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NCOE Board hears update on state budget uncertainty

Thursday, April 21 by Jc Tinsley

Superintendent Matt Vollman told the NCOE Board last evening that he had recently met with Superintendents throughout Southern Illinois concerning the lack of a state budget and no funding measures in place for K-12 schools for next year. This is an unprecedented situation and... Read More.

Phelps Pushes Legislation to Protect Southern Illinois Jobs, Prevent Misuse of State Road Funds

Thursday, April 14 by Jc Tinsley

State Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, is fighting to stop misuse of taxpayer dollars intended for road repair and protect local jobs by working to achieve bipartisan support in a House committee for his constitutional amendment requiring those funds only be used for transportation-related purposes. “When... Read More.

Illinois State Police District 19 Announces March Activity and Enforcement

Monday, April 11 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Kelly Hodge, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of March. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,307 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of... Read More.

LEGENDARY ROCK GROUP TO PERFORM AT 2016 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR

Friday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD, IL – They are known as one of the most influential rock and roll bands of all time, and this summer you can see them perform LIVE at the Illinois State Fair. State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon is pleased to announce KISS is... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ANNOUNCES UPCOMING REACCREDITATION ASSESSMENT

Tuesday, April 5 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Police (ISP) will undergo its 8th reaccreditation assessment by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) beginning on April 11. For four days, a team of CALEA assessors will examine all aspects of ISP policy... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE SPONSOR BONE MARROW DRIVE

Thursday, March 31 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois State Police (ISP) is committed to supporting courageous family members battling tough circumstances. There are many within Illinois communities who have family members suffering from various forms of Leukemia. The Illinois State Police, in a cooperative effort with the National Marrow Donor... Read More.

Phelps Introduces Bill Authorizing Back Pay Owed to Correctional Officers, Emergency Responders and other State Workers

Wednesday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

State Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, introduced legislation late Friday to appropriate over $63 million in back pay for state workers following the Illinois Supreme Court’s decision last week to vacate a previous decision requiring the state to pay the owed wages. “Last week’s ruling by... Read More.

Illinois State Police Committed to Community Relations‏

Friday, March 18 by Jc Tinsley

Along with our commitment to keeping Illinois’ roadways and communities safe, officials with the Illinois State Police (ISP) continue to work on ensuring we maintain a trusted and positive relationship with the citizens of Illinois. From sports and youth camps, to safety presentations... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ANNOUNCES UPCOMING REACCREDITATION ASSESSMENT

Thursday, March 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois State Police (ISP) will undergo its 8th reaccreditation assessment by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) beginning on April 11. For four days, a team of CALEA assessors will examine all aspects of ISP policy and procedures,... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE AND AMERICAN LEGION OFFICIALS PREPARE FOR SUMMER YOUTH POLICE PROGRAM

Thursday, March 17 by Jc Tinsley

Officials with the Illinois State Police (ISP) and the American Legion announce plans for the 44th Annual American Legion Youth Police Camp (ALYPC). The camp will again be held at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield, Illinois, and will run from June 26 through... Read More.