Category Archives: State News
Illinois Republicans push for tighter ethics laws, reduced majority control over bills
Illinois House Republicans announced five initiatives in Chicago on Thursday that they say would enhance transparency and remove the opportunity for some corrupt behavior to take place under the dome ...
Nov 08, 2019
State lawmakers cool on measures to help Chicago raise taxes unless mayor spends more to keep campaign promise
Illinois lawmakers aren't interested in helping Chicago raise taxes, but some are willing to negotiate. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Illinois Radio Network SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers are...
Nov 08, 2019
Nine Central Illinois men arrested for attempted sexual activity with children
If convicted, each defendant faces a minimum of 10 years and up to life in prison. (WJBC File Photo) By Neil DoylePEORIA – A Bloomington man was among nine other Central Illinois men arrest...
Nov 06, 2019
Election officials say potential foreign interference includes hacking, social media misinformation
ISBE, along with all other states, has partnered with social media companies to be able to respond to misinformation in a matter of minutes and have it removed. (Photo courtesy: Illinois State Board o...
Nov 06, 2019
Illinois’ annual pension bill creeps closer to $10 billion, still not close to paying down debt
The state's five pension funds submitted their certified annual contribution requirements to the Illinois General Assembly last week, showing the total will grow to $9.8 billion, an increase of $538 m...
Nov 06, 2019
Weekend traffic crashes add to a dangerous year for ISP
Through Nov. 3, Illinois State Police have issued 5,860 Scott's Law violations. (Photo courtesy Illinois State Police/Facebook) By Illinois Radio Network/Jim MoranSPRINGFIELD – Two traffic ...
Nov 04, 2019
Giertz: Economic news in Illinois mostly good
The Flash index considers sales tax, corporate tax, and income tax receipts to produce a number that, if greater than 100, means growth. (Photo University of Illinois) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD ...
Nov 04, 2019
Despite NCAA announcement, Illinois lawmakers move on bill to allow student athlete endorsement deals
The bill now heads to the Senate. It would take effect in 2023, the same time as other states. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Illinois Radio Network SPRINGFIELD – Disregarding the announcement b...
Nov 01, 2019
State lawmakers still collecting information about vaping
Tony Abboud, executive director of the Vapor Technology Association, says the products his members sell are not the bad actors here. (Photo Pixabay) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – When the Il...
Nov 01, 2019
Illinois lawmakers continue battle on ethylene oxide
The chemical is linked to illnesses and deaths around a handful of facilities in the state. (WJBC file photo) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – A bill to essentially phase out ethylene oxide in Ill...
Oct 31, 2019
