Category Archives: State News
State Treasurer: ‘There is something for everyone’ at state fair auction
State Treasurer Michael Frerichs. (WJBC file photo)By Blake Haas and IISSPRINGFIELD – State Treasurer Mike Frerichs’ office is holding a live auction of unclaimed property at the Illinois ...
Aug 02, 2022
Secretary of State calling minorities to consider organ donation
Secretary of State Jesse White is leaving his post in November. (Photo courtesy: Jesse White/Twitter) By Blake Haas and IISBLOOMINGTON – Secretary of State Jesse White’s office encourages ...
Aug 01, 2022
State Climatologist: July was among the top 20 wettest Julys in history
The rain was welcome news for farmers in Central Illinois. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake Haas and IISBLOOMINGTON – According to a state climatologist, July was wetter than usual.State Cli...
Aug 01, 2022
State Rep. Lisa Hernandez steps in as leader of Illinois Democrats
A new leader is in place for Illinois Democrats. State Rep. Lisa Hernandez (D-Cicero) succeeds U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Matteson). (Dave Dahl)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – A new leader is in place f...
Aug 01, 2022
Illinois is set to receive $760M to fight the opioid epidemic
Gov. Pritzker signed the order on Friday. (Photo courtesy: Pixabay) By Blake Haas and IISSPRINGFIELD – Illinois is on deck to receive $760 million to fight the opioid epidemic.The money will com...
Jul 29, 2022
Gov. Pritzker announces $15M up for grabs for tourism grants
The Democratic leader made the announcement on Friday. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake Haas and IISSPRINGFIELD – Gov. Pritzker is announcing $15 million in tourism grants.According to a new...
Jul 29, 2022
Debates on gun rights continue in Springfield
The chairman, State Rep. LaShawn Ford (D-Chicago), questioned Scott Pulaski, a gun dealer from Alton. (WJBC File Photo)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – Even though Highland Park’s Fourth of July ...
Jul 29, 2022
Senator to DCFS Director: “You are delusional”
DCFS Director Mark Smith. (Photo courtesy: Dave Dahl/WJBC) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – Lawmakers grilling the Department of Children and Family Services director don’t want to forget Deidre...
Jul 26, 2022
ISP joins other agencies to combat speeding on Wednesday’s Speed Awareness Day
ISP says driving too fast increases your chances of losing control of your car and decreases the effectiveness of seatbelts and air bags. (Facebook/Illinois State Police)By IIS RadioSPRINGFIELD –...
Jul 26, 2022
Record breaking year for adult-use cannabis sales tax revenue in Illinois
Recreational marijuana sales climbed to $1.5 billion in fiscal year 2022. (WJBC file photo)By IIS RadioSPRINGFIELD – Sales of adult-use cannabis in Illinois jumped by 50 percent in the last fisc...
Jul 26, 2022
