Category Archives: State News
Gov. Pritzker signs two new laws to help protect immigrant youth
Inspired by the plight of immigrant children, the governor has signed into law two bills he says will help. (Photo Governor JB Pritzker/Twitter) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – The governor Tuesd...
Jul 23, 2019
Crop Statistician: May not be too late to have a good 2019
Corn has entered the dough stage, and 43 percent of corn is in good to excellent condition.(WJBC File Photo) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – It may not be too late for Illinois farmers to have a ...
Jul 23, 2019
Roundtable of Illinois health professionals discuss shortages in doctors, nurses
A major focus of a Springfield roundtable discussion on health professional shortages discussed the need for streamlining education. (Photo U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis/Twitter) By Illinois Radio Netwo...
Jul 23, 2019
Employees Given No Warning Before Plant Closure
One former employee says there was shock when they learned of the closing. (From DuPont Pioneer website)By A.J. HarrisLEROY – A former employee of the now-closed DuPont Pioneer Hi-Bred Plant has...
Jul 18, 2019
ISP looking for answers 16 years after Streator boy’s murder
7-year old Dalton Mesarchik was reported missing on March 26, 2003 and was found murdered the next day. (Photo Illinois State Police Investigations/Facebook) By Neil DoyleSTREATOR – Illinoi...
Jul 15, 2019
Analysis of Illinois DCFS finds revolving door of directors, workers, union pay hikes
A Chicago-based nonprofit analyzed one of Illinois' most troubled state agencies and found some eye-popping figures. (Photo courtesy Illinois.gov) By Illinois Radio Network/Cole LauterbachSPRINGF...
Jul 15, 2019
Gov. Pritzker addresses cancellation of Confederate Railroad
Gov. JB Pritzker says it's not okay for Confederate Railroad to play at the DuQuoin State Fair. (WJBC File Photo) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – One man's music is another man's hate speech.The ...
Jul 10, 2019
Davis: Census should count everyone
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Taylorville) said he could go either way when it comes to including a citizenship question on the 2020 Census. (WJBC File Photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – Central...
Jul 10, 2019
Blumenshine seeks 2020 primary rematch with Rep. Brady
Realtor David Paul Blumenshine is again challenging State Rep. Dan Brady in the 105th District. (Photo from David Paul Blumenshine for State Representative Facebook page.) By Howard Packowi...
Jul 07, 2019
ISU’s Dietz joins Pritzker on Rebuild Illinois victory tour
Illinois State University President Larry Dietz. (WJBC File Photo) By Howard PackowitzIllinois State University President Larry Dietz participated in Gov. JB Pritzker’s Rebuild Illinois vic...
Jul 04, 2019
