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Illinois Supreme Court: Chief Justice Anne M. Burke Announces Retirement
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times September 13, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL – It was announced Monday that Chief Justice Anne M. Burke will retire from the Illinois Supreme Court. Burke has served on the bench since 2006 and will step down on November 30, 2022. “The decision to retire wasContinue reading “Illinois Supreme Court: Chief Justice Anne M. Burke Announces Retirement”
Disgraced Former Illinois House Speaker Madigan Granted Extension In Up Coming Trial
By Gary Parker, The Chicago Times August 3, 2022 CHICAGO – Disgraced former Democrat Illinois House Speaker Michael “Apples” Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain were granted an extension in their racketeering trail until next year to allow defense attorneys to review evidence disclosed by prosecutors. US District Judge Robert BlakeyContinue reading “Disgraced Former Illinois House Speaker Madigan Granted Extension In Up Coming Trial “
Pritzker To Face Bailey In Fight For Illinois Governorship
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times June 28, 2022 CHICAGO — Illinois voters have chosen incumbent Governor J. B. Pritzker and Republican State Senator Darren Bailey to battle for the Illinois governorship in November. Pritzker trampled unknown Democrat challenger, Beverly Miles, paving the way for his fight for a secondContinue reading “Pritzker To Face Bailey In Fight For Illinois Governorship”
PRITZKER TO CALL SPECIAL SESSION AFTER SCOTUS ABORTION RULING
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times June 25, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Governor J.B. Pritzker to call a special session of the General Assembly to focus on legislation to strengthen abortion laws in Illinois. Pritzker announced Friday after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 abortion rights case RoeContinue reading “PRITZKER TO CALL SPECIAL SESSION AFTER SCOTUS ABORTION RULING”
Comedian Trevor Noah Will To Headline Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand
By The Chicago Times Staff June 20, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Trevor Noah, Emmy Award-winning host of the “The Daily Show”, will bring his stand-up comedy to the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Friday, August 19. Noah has written, produced, and starred in 11 comedy specials, including his most recentContinue reading “Comedian Trevor Noah Will To Headline Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand”
Pritzker Signs Legislation Increasing Mental Health Workforce In Illinois
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times June 12, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Governor Pritzker signed Senate Bill 3617 on Friday which is hoped to address the shortage of mental health professionals in Illinois and increase access to high-quality mental health services across the State. According to the Governor’s Office “TheContinue reading “Pritzker Signs Legislation Increasing Mental Health Workforce In Illinois”
Pritzker Signs Bill to Expand Use of Expressway Cameras for Law Enforcement Investigations
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times June 4, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Governor J. B. Pritzker signed two pieces of legislation on Friday that expand the use of expressway cameras for law enforcement agencies to investigate criminal activities along expressways and State highways. This legislation is effective immediately. “There isContinue reading “Pritzker Signs Bill to Expand Use of Expressway Cameras for Law Enforcement Investigations”
Pritzker Signs Bills Aimed To Combat Carjackings
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times SPRINGFIELD, IL — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a series of bills designed to combat the ever-rising level of carjackings and vehicle thefts. According to the Governor’s Office, the bills target the use of key-fob-hacking, allocate $6.5 million in law enforcement grants, and waiveContinue reading “Pritzker Signs Bills Aimed To Combat Carjackings”
Pritzker To Place Grocery Sales Tax On A Diet
by Horace Douglas, The Chicago Times April 8, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker announced plans to suspend grocery taxes and freeze the state’s fuel tax. According to Pritzker’s office, $1.8 billion have been earmarked in the new budget for taxpayer relief. “Over the last few weeks,Continue reading “Pritzker To Place Grocery Sales Tax On A Diet”
Killer Nurse Convicted
By Janice Cameron, The Chicago Times March 24, 2022 EDWARDSVILLE, IL – A licensed practical nurse has been convicted on charges of reckless conduct for failing to administer life-saving measures to a Collinsville Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center patient. According to Madison County prosecutors, Christy McCall, 45, of Belleville was convictedContinue reading “Killer Nurse Convicted”
Alvarez Resigns From Illinois Tollway
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times March 15, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Another political appointee of Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker has resigned from the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority. According to Pritzker’s office, Jose Alvarez submitted a letter of resignation that stated his departure would be effective immediately. AlvarezContinue reading “Alvarez Resigns From Illinois Tollway”
FORMER ILLINOIS HOUSE SPEAKER MIKE ‘APPLES’ MADIGAN INDICTED
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times March 2, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan was indicted Wednesday on 22 criminal counts including racketeering and bribery. According to federal prosecutors, for decades Madigan, 79, used the power of his elected offices and professional position to furtherContinue reading “FORMER ILLINOIS HOUSE SPEAKER MIKE ‘APPLES’ MADIGAN INDICTED”
Springfield To Address Teacher Shortage
By Janice Cameron, The Chicago Times March 2, 2022 SPRINGFIELD – Lawmakers presented legislation last Thursday that proposes to solve the alarming teacher shortage that is plaguing Illinois. The proposed legislation will extend the number of days retired teachers would be able to teach within a given school year, lowerContinue reading “Springfield To Address Teacher Shortage”
Illinois Judge Dismisses Pritzker’s School Mask Mandate
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times February 18, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Governor J. B. Pritzker’s appeal of a Sangamon County’s ruling over school mask mandates has been dismissed by an appellate court early on Friday. In earlier February, a Sangamon County judge ruled that Pritzker’s mask mandate was invalid. Continue reading “Illinois Judge Dismisses Pritzker’s School Mask Mandate”
Pritzker Touts Reelection Year Tax Relief
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times January 31, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Governor J.B. Pritzker plans to present on Wednesday a reelection year budget proposal with $1 billion in one-time tax relief. Many critics see this proposal as a reelection gimmick to buy votes. Pritzker was set to present hisContinue reading “Pritzker Touts Reelection Year Tax Relief”
Plainfield Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase In Indiana
By David Slavik, The Chicago Times January 21, 2022 LAPORTE COUNTY, IN – A Plainfield man was arrested Thursday after leading Indiana State Police in high pursuit chase in LaPorte County, Indiana. According to Indiana State Police, state troopers were following a black Jeep Grand Cherokee with stolen plates southboundContinue reading “Plainfield Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase In Indiana”
Pritzker Announces Next Phase Of Houbolt Road Project In Joliet
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times January 20, 2022 JOLIET, IL — Gov. J. B. Pritzker announced Thursday the next phase of construction on the new Houbolt Road bridge and interchange which is part of Pritzker’s $1.2 billion commitment to improve and modernize Interstate 80 through the bipartisan Rebuild IllinoisContinue reading “Pritzker Announces Next Phase Of Houbolt Road Project In Joliet”
Decatur: Man Arrested In Connection Of Carjacking A Good Samaritan
By Janice Cameron, The Chicago Times January 20, 2022 DECATUR, IL — A man wanted for the carjacking of a good Samaritan in Indiana was arrested in Decatur, Illinois. Decatur police reported that Randy Terrell Brown-Watkins was arrested on January 13 in Decatur on separate charges and is awaiting extraditionContinue reading “Decatur: Man Arrested In Connection Of Carjacking A Good Samaritan”
DURKIN TO COMBAT ‘SMASH AND GRAB’ ROBBERIES
By Horace Douglas, The Chicago Times January 4, 2022 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois State Representative Jim Durkin, R-Western Springs, has proposed a bill to target the rise of “smash-and-grab” robberies. Durkin, Minority Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives, proposed House Bill 4275 which will make organized retail theft aContinue reading “DURKIN TO COMBAT ‘SMASH AND GRAB’ ROBBERIES”
Four Suspects Arrested In Bradley Hotel Shooting That Killed Police Officer
By The Chicago Times Staff December 31, 2021 BRADLEY, IL – Four suspects in connection with the murder and wounding of police officers at a hotel in Bradley Illinois have been arrested. According to Bradley police, Darius D Sullivan, 25, wanted in connection to the shooting, was taken into onContinue reading “Four Suspects Arrested In Bradley Hotel Shooting That Killed Police Officer”
Secretary Of State To Close Driver Services Facilities For 2 Weeks
By The Chicago Times Staff December 30, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Secretary of State Jesse White ordered all driver services facilities to close for two weeks in January due to COVID-19. According to a press release on Wednesday, the closure will be from Jan 3 through Jan 17. White’s officeContinue reading “Secretary Of State To Close Driver Services Facilities For 2 Weeks”
Alleged Murderer of Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Captured
By The Chicago Times Staff December 30, 2021 FAIRFIELD, IL — The suspect in the murder of a Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy has been captured. Ray Tate, 40, of Kentucky, allegedly hijacked a semi-truck after the murder of Deputy Sean Riley. Tate held the driver of the semi-truck at gunpointContinue reading “Alleged Murderer of Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Captured”
Illinois Loses 122,000 Residents In 2021
By Horace Douglas, The Chicago Times December 29, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL – According to the latest census figures for Illinois, nearly 122,000 residents have left the state. According to the data, the net loss of 122,000 inhabitants has not been seen since the year 2000. Population loss is due toContinue reading “Illinois Loses 122,000 Residents In 2021”
University Of Illinois To Go Remote For Spring
By Horace Douglas, The Chicago Times December 22, 2021 CHICAGO – University officials at University of Illinois Chicago and Northwestern University announced they will be joining other colleges that return to remote learning when students return from holiday break. According to a press release, the remote session will last theContinue reading “University Of Illinois To Go Remote For Spring”
Illinois: Minimum Wage To Increase On New Year’s Day
By John McPhaul, The Chicago Times December 21, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Illinois’ minimum wage will be raised to $12 per hour on January 1, 2022. The $1 raise will be applied to every hour worked in the New Year and is part of legislation passed into law by Gov.Continue reading “Illinois: Minimum Wage To Increase On New Year’s Day”
Pritzker Officially Repeals Parental Notice Of Abortion Act
By Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times December 17, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Just before heading off for the weekend this Friday, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation repealing a law that required parental notification before a minor receives an abortion. The repeal of the Parental Notice of Abortion Act alsoContinue reading “Pritzker Officially Repeals Parental Notice Of Abortion Act”
Edwardsville: Workers Killed In Amazon Warehouse Collapse
by The Chicago Times Staff December 11, 2021 EDWARDSVILLE, IL – It has been confirmed that several Amazon workers have died after an Amazon warehouse roof collapsed as a result of severe weather in the Edwardsville area on Friday night. There are also several workers trapped in the collapsed building.Continue reading “Edwardsville: Workers Killed In Amazon Warehouse Collapse”
Illinois General Assembly To Vote On Banning Ghost Guns
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times December 10, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — The Illinois General Assembly is expected to vote on new legislation prohibiting so-called “ghost guns” in the state next year. “If we don’t get ahead of this, there will be a significant increase in the already severe violence,”Continue reading “Illinois General Assembly To Vote On Banning Ghost Guns”
Schakowsky Supports Bill That Would Force Online Sellers To Identify Themselves
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times December 8, 2021 CHICAGO – Rep. Jan Schakowsky is sponsoring a new bill to help protect consumers from purchasing stolen goods from “organized retail crime.” Large-scale smash and grabs have been on the rise across the country, in which a large group of peopleContinue reading “Schakowsky Supports Bill That Would Force Online Sellers To Identify Themselves”
Illinois To Crackdown On Disability Parking Abuse
by The Chicago Times Staff November 27, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White aims to crack down on the misuse of disabled parking placards at shopping malls over the holiday season. Parking lot stings will target drivers who abuse placard use, as well as those whoContinue reading “Illinois To Crackdown On Disability Parking Abuse”
Pritzker Signs New U.S. House District Map
by Frank Conklin November 25, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL – On Monday, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the new U.S. House district map that reflects Illinois’ diversity and preserves minority representation in Illinois’ delegation in accordance with the federal Voting Rights Act after reviewing the General Assembly’s congressional maps drawn with 2020Continue reading “Pritzker Signs New U.S. House District Map”
IDES Moving To Direct Deposit
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times November 22, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Monday that debit cards will no longer be accepted as a payment method for unemployment insurance benefits. IDES is encouraging claimants who receive benefit payments by debit card to switch toContinue reading “IDES Moving To Direct Deposit”
ILLINOIS LAWMAKERS BAN “DARK MONEY” IN JUDICIAL RACES
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times November 16, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — A new Illinois law requires all candidates to disclose the sources of their contributions, with the goal of prohibiting out-of-state contributions and so-called “dark money” in judicial campaigns. Gov. J. B. Pritzker singed into law Monday Senate BillContinue reading “ILLINOIS LAWMAKERS BAN “DARK MONEY” IN JUDICIAL RACES”
Gov. Pritzker Unveils New Electric Vehicle Skills Training Program
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times October 21, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Governor J. B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) joined college officials and automaker Rivian today for a first look at Heartland Community College’s new Electric Vehicle Energy Storage (EVES) training program. TheContinue reading “Gov. Pritzker Unveils New Electric Vehicle Skills Training Program”
GOV. PRITZKER DOUBLES HIS PERSONAL INCOME – REPORTS $5.1M INCOME FOR 2020
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times October 16, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL – While many individuals and small businesses are still struggling to survive due to COVID-19 policies in Illinois, billionaire Democrat Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker reported an adjusted gross income of roughly $5.1 million in 2020. This is nearly doubleContinue reading “GOV. PRITZKER DOUBLES HIS PERSONAL INCOME – REPORTS $5.1M INCOME FOR 2020”
PREPARE TO PAY: NATURAL GAS PRICES PREDICTED TO SKYROCKET BY HUNDREDS
by Sloan T. Wilson October 4, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — According to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association, natural gas customers in Chicago and the suburbs will be forced to shell out hundreds of dollars more during the upcoming heating season. Natural gas prices are rising across the country andContinue reading “PREPARE TO PAY: NATURAL GAS PRICES PREDICTED TO SKYROCKET BY HUNDREDS”
Gov. Pritzker Awards First $24 Million in “Back to Business” Grants
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times September 30, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Governor J. B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced today that the first grants under the Back to Business (B2B) recovery program have been awarded. 521 grants totaling more than $24 millionContinue reading “Gov. Pritzker Awards First $24 Million in “Back to Business” Grants”
Pritzker Approves Possible Inequitable Legislative Maps
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times September 24, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed off on new legislative maps for the next decade on Friday, despite concerns from some Black and Latino voters that they would not be able to weigh in and would be unfairly represented. PritzkerContinue reading “Pritzker Approves Possible Inequitable Legislative Maps”
Woman Handed 75 Years For Killing Boyfriend’s Son
by T. C. Mayfield, The Chicago Times September 18, 2021 PEKIN, IL — An Illinois woman accused of murdering her boyfriend’s 4-year-old son was given 75 years in prison. Lesli Jett was portrayed as a selfish drug addict who disliked being at Tate Thurman’s East Peoria home. When the boyContinue reading “Woman Handed 75 Years For Killing Boyfriend’s Son”
HASTERT SETTLES CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE PAYMENTS SUIT
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times September 15, 2021 YORKVILLE, IL — Former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert and a man who accused him of child sexual abuse reached an out-of-court settlement Wednesday over Hastert’s refusal to pay the $1.8 million in hush money, which the Illinois Hastert agreed toContinue reading “HASTERT SETTLES CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE PAYMENTS SUIT”
TOMB OF UNKNOWN SOLDIER REPLICA COMING TO ILLINOIS
by T. C. Mayfield, The Chicago Times September 13, 2021 LINCOLN, IL — The American Legion Post #263 will host replica of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on September 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1740 5th Street, Lincoln, IL. This event is open to the publicContinue reading “TOMB OF UNKNOWN SOLDIER REPLICA COMING TO ILLINOIS”
PRITZKER TO SIGN ILLINOIS ENERGY LAW THAT WILL RAISE UTILITY BILLS BY UP TO $180 A YEAR
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times September 13, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — A 1,000-page clean energy proposal is now on the desk of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. The new law will raise residents’ utility bills by up to $180 per year, in part to fund new nuclear power plant subsidiesContinue reading “PRITZKER TO SIGN ILLINOIS ENERGY LAW THAT WILL RAISE UTILITY BILLS BY UP TO $180 A YEAR”
HASTERT ACCUSER’S IDENTITY TO BE RELEASED IN POSSIBLE CIVIL TRIAL
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times September 12, 2021 YORKVILLE, IL — If his case goes to trial this month, a man who accused Dennis Hastert, former U.S. House Speaker, of child sexual assault and then sued him for refusing to pay $1.8 million in exchange for his silence willContinue reading “HASTERT ACCUSER’S IDENTITY TO BE RELEASED IN POSSIBLE CIVIL TRIAL”
ILLINOIS HOUSE CLOSE TO APPROVING COMPROMISE ENERGY PLAN
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times September 9, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — The Illinois House was set to approve a broad plan to eliminate carbon emissions by 2050 on Thursday, with a compromise allowing two coal-fired plants to remain open until 2045 while cutting emissions by nearly half over theContinue reading “ILLINOIS HOUSE CLOSE TO APPROVING COMPROMISE ENERGY PLAN”
IL SECRETARY OF STATE FACILITIES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
by The Chicago Times Staff September 7, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — The Illinois Secretary of State’s office is hoping that the lengthy wait times will soon end. People who need REAL IDs, driver’s licenses, or ID cards must now make an appointment at one of several suburban facilities beginning Wednesday.Continue reading “IL SECRETARY OF STATE FACILITIES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY”
PERU: BODY FOUND IN ILLINOIS RIVER
by The Chicago Times Staff September 6, 2021 PERU, IL – On Sep 4 several police, fire, and rescue agencies, including the Bloomington Police Department, discovered an unidentified body in the Illinois River. The body was discovered along the south river bank east of the Illinois Route 251 bridge atContinue reading “PERU: BODY FOUND IN ILLINOIS RIVER”
ILLINOIS TO ASSIST LOUISIANA IN HURRICANE RECOVERY EFFORTS
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times August 31, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Gov. JB Pritzker announced today that a 46-member Urban Search and Rescue Team, as well as the necessary mission equipment, will deploy to Louisiana to assist with water rescues caused by Hurricane Ida’s flash flooding and dangerous stormContinue reading “ILLINOIS TO ASSIST LOUISIANA IN HURRICANE RECOVERY EFFORTS”
ILLINOIS TO BEGIN MONITORING LICENSE PLATES ON EXPRESSWAYS
by The Chicago Times Staff August 20, 2021 CHICAGO — The Illinois State Police began installing license plate reading cameras throughout the Chicago area to assist law enforcement in slowing the tide of expressway shootings. A $12.5 million grant was awarded to the Illinois State Police to purchase and installContinue reading “ILLINOIS TO BEGIN MONITORING LICENSE PLATES ON EXPRESSWAYS”
PRITZKER SIGNS LEGISLATION CREATING SAFER LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times August 15, 2021 SPRINGFIELD — Governor Pritzker signed House Bill 219 into law on Friday to foster safe and inclusive classrooms. The bill seeks to end the use of physical restraints to discipline students in public schools. The legislation, which has received widespread bipartisanContinue reading “PRITZKER SIGNS LEGISLATION CREATING SAFER LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS”
PRITZKER ANNOUNCES $10 MILLION GRANTS PROGRAM TO SUPPORT ACROSS ILLINOIS
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times August 10, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Governor J. B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced a new $10 million grant program aimed at revitalizing the state’s struggling tourism industry by reintroducing new and returning tourism attractions andContinue reading “PRITZKER ANNOUNCES $10 MILLION GRANTS PROGRAM TO SUPPORT ACROSS ILLINOIS”
55-YEAR-OLD MAN ARRESTED FOR BEATING NEIGHBOR TEEN TO DEATH
by J. J. Quincannon, The Chicago Times August 1, 2021 CHAMPAIGN, IL — According to authorities, an Illinois man is facing murder charges after a teen boy who lived around the corner was discovered beaten to death in a roadside ditch on Friday. Steven Butler III, a 14-year-old from Champaign,Continue reading “55-YEAR-OLD MAN ARRESTED FOR BEATING NEIGHBOR TEEN TO DEATH”
SECRETARY OF STATE HOPES TO LOWER WAIT TIMES AT DMV
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times July 30, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Jesse White, Secretary of State of Illinois, announced new actions Friday aimed at reducing wait times and heavy volume at DMV facilities across the state. The two-pronged strategy will increase the number of appointment-only driver service facilities andContinue reading “SECRETARY OF STATE HOPES TO LOWER WAIT TIMES AT DMV”
CHEAPSKATES: FEDS WON’T REIMBURSE ILLINOIS NATIONAL GUARD FOR PROVIDING SECURITY AT CAPITOL
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times July 20, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Tuesday that if the Illinois National Guard is not reimbursed for providing security to the United States Capitol following the Jan. 6 attack, it will have to cut training and take time off. FollowingContinue reading “CHEAPSKATES: FEDS WON’T REIMBURSE ILLINOIS NATIONAL GUARD FOR PROVIDING SECURITY AT CAPITOL”
ILLINOIS: COVID LOCKDOWN COULD RETURN ACCORDING TO DEMOCRAT GOV PRITZKER
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times July 20, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Democrat Gov. J.B. Pritzker warned on Tuesday that stricter mitigations may be reinstated in areas experiencing an increase in COVID cases. This coming after his announced re-election bid. Pritzker urged anyone who has not been immunized toContinue reading “ILLINOIS: COVID LOCKDOWN COULD RETURN ACCORDING TO DEMOCRAT GOV PRITZKER”
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE SHOOTING ON INTERSTATE 94 (DAN RYAN EXPRESSWAY)
Illinois State Police Investigations July 16, 2021 CHICAGO, IL – Illinois State Police (ISP) officials are investigating a shooting, which occurred on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at approximately 3:05 a.m. on Interstate 94 southbound at 95th Street. ISP officers responded to the scene of a reported expressway shooting after beingContinue reading “ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE SHOOTING ON INTERSTATE 94 (DAN RYAN EXPRESSWAY)”
SKELETAL REMAINS DISCOVERED AT SOUTHERN ILLINOIS WILDLIFE REFUGE
by The Chicago Times Staff July 18, 2021 MARION, IL — Authorities are looking into the discovery of skeletal remains at a wildlife refuge in southern Illinois. With the help of the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Illinois State Police, and the county coroner, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office isContinue reading “SKELETAL REMAINS DISCOVERED AT SOUTHERN ILLINOIS WILDLIFE REFUGE”
GOV. PRITZKER ANNOUNCES $8 MILLION EXPANSION OF APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAYS IN ILLINOIS
Office of Governor J. B. Pritzker July 13, 2021 CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced an $8 million expansion of the Apprenticeship Illinois program. Through a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), DCEO will expand innovative and high-quality apprenticeship programsContinue reading “GOV. PRITZKER ANNOUNCES $8 MILLION EXPANSION OF APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAYS IN ILLINOIS”
GOV. PRITZKER SIGNS LEGISLATION MAKING HEALTHCARE MORE ACCESSIBLE AND AFFORDABLE FOR ILLINOISANS
Office of Governor J. B. Pritzker July 6, 2021 Governor Joins Red Cross to Highlight Urgent Need for Blood Donations DOWNERS GROVE — Joined by healthcare providers and legislative leaders at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, today Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that will help make healthcare more accessible and affordableContinue reading “GOV. PRITZKER SIGNS LEGISLATION MAKING HEALTHCARE MORE ACCESSIBLE AND AFFORDABLE FOR ILLINOISANS”
DOWNSTATE TRANSIT AGENCIES ELIGIBLE FOR NEXT ROUND OF REBUILD ILLINOIS INVESTMENTS
Illinois Department of Transportation July 2, 2021 SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that proposals are being accepted through Aug. 31 from downstate transit providers as part of the Rebuild Illinois Transit Capital Grant Program. This second round of three grant cycles seeks applications to distribute $110Continue reading “DOWNSTATE TRANSIT AGENCIES ELIGIBLE FOR NEXT ROUND OF REBUILD ILLINOIS INVESTMENTS”
19 PEOPLE INDICTED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY FOR UNLAWFUL DELIVERY OF METHAMPHETAMINE
Illinois State Police June 22, 2021 The Franklin County State’s Attorney announces that 19 people have been Indicted in Franklin County on 30 felony charges of Unlawful Delivery of Methamphetamine. The Indictments were handed down by a Grand Jury on Friday, June 18, 2021. The undercover investigation spanned 6 monthsContinue reading “19 PEOPLE INDICTED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY FOR UNLAWFUL DELIVERY OF METHAMPHETAMINE”
PRITZKER ADMINISTRATION AWARDS $3.3 MILLION TO FIRST RESPONDERS ACROSS ILLINOIS
Office of Governor J. B. Pritzker June 18, 2021 Springfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today announced the recipients of the 2021 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $3.3 million was awarded to 149 fire departments/districts and EMS providers across the state. The OSFMContinue reading “PRITZKER ADMINISTRATION AWARDS $3.3 MILLION TO FIRST RESPONDERS ACROSS ILLINOIS”
ROCKTON CHEMTOOL EXPLOSION EVACUATION ORDERED IN AREA
by The Chicago Times Staff June 14, 2021 ROCKTON, IL — A massive chemical plant fire near the Illinois-Wisconsin border that sent black plumes of smoke into the air is expected to burn for several days as firefighters retreat and residents are ordered to evacuate. Around 7 a.m., a fireContinue reading “ROCKTON CHEMTOOL EXPLOSION EVACUATION ORDERED IN AREA”
PRITZKER BREAKS CAMPAIGN PROMISE – WILL SIGN DEM MAP
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times June 6, 2021 SPRINGFIELD — After promising as a candidate that he would reject partisan maps drawn by either party, Democrat Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a measure drawn by Democrats on Friday establishing legislative district boundaries to control elections for the next ten years. Continue reading “PRITZKER BREAKS CAMPAIGN PROMISE – WILL SIGN DEM MAP”
$42 BILLION ILLINOIS BUDGET & ELECTION BILL WAITING FOR PRITZKER’S PEN
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times June 1, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Illinois lawmakers stayed up to the wee hours Tuesday in Springfield, passing a budget proposal and other bills. Legislators did not get around to debating the proposed $42.2 billion budget until after 11:30 p.m. and passed the billContinue reading “$42 BILLION ILLINOIS BUDGET & ELECTION BILL WAITING FOR PRITZKER’S PEN”
ILLINOIS STATE TROOPER’S CRUISER HIT BY DRUNK DRIVER
by The Chicago Times Staff May 31, 2021 MOLINE, IL — According to Illinois State Police, an alleged drunk driver struck an Illinois State Trooper’s vehicle last Monday in Moline. The ISP sergeant had completed a traffic stop and was parked on the shoulder of the road with his emergencyContinue reading “ILLINOIS STATE TROOPER’S CRUISER HIT BY DRUNK DRIVER”
AIR FORCE FIGHTER JOCKS EJECT SAFELY FROM F-15QA AT ILLINOIS AIRPORT
Consolidated Press News File May 19, 2021 MASCOUTAH, IL — After a successful landing at an Illinois airport on Tuesday, two pilots ejected from a F-15QA. The emergency ejection occurred around 7:30 a.m. when the plane was parked on a runway at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in St. Clair County.Continue reading “AIR FORCE FIGHTER JOCKS EJECT SAFELY FROM F-15QA AT ILLINOIS AIRPORT”
PRITZKER ANNOUNCES FEDERAL RENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
by Frank Conklin, The Chicago Times May 18, 2021 SPRINGFIELD — On Monday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced expanded housing and rental aid for Illinois residents, offering grants of up to $25,000 in federal aid. Pritzker’s housing assistance announcement included more than just the fresh funds. He also stated that theContinue reading “PRITZKER ANNOUNCES FEDERAL RENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM”
3 KILLED AFTER APPARENTLY IGNITING BLACK POWDER IDENTIFIED
AP News File OTTAWA, Ill. (AP) — The LaSalle County coroner’s office on Monday identified three men killed last week in an explosion near Starved Rock State Park.
GOV. PRITZKER URGES ILLINOIS TO ‘START SEEING MOTORCYCLES’
Office of Governor J. B. Pritzker May 6, 2021 SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker has proclaimed May as Motorcycle Awareness Month in Illinois, joining the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and motorcycle safety advocates to remind all users of the road to Start Seeing Motorcycles. “We want allContinue reading “GOV. PRITZKER URGES ILLINOIS TO ‘START SEEING MOTORCYCLES’”
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH OFFERS TIPS TO AVOID TICK BITES
Illinois Department of Public Health April 30, 2021 May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month SPRINGFIELD – As Lyme Disease Awareness Month begins, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding people to take precautions against tick bites to prevent contracting diseases they may carry, like Lyme disease. Other tickborneContinue reading “ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH OFFERS TIPS TO AVOID TICK BITES”
ILLINOIS GOES ORANGE FOR WORK ZONE AWARENESS WEEK
Office of Governor J. B. Pritzker April 26, 2021 SPRINGFIELD – Bridges and buildings throughout the state will be turning orange this week to honor those who have died in work zones and to raise awareness as the Illinois Department of Transportation signals the start of another construction season. ToContinue reading “ILLINOIS GOES ORANGE FOR WORK ZONE AWARENESS WEEK”
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING ON EISENHOWER EXPRESSWAY
Illinois State Police News File April 23, 2021 DES PLAINES, IL – Illinois State Police (ISP) Public Integrity Task Force (PITF) Zone 1 was requested by the Chicago Police Department (CPD) to investigate a non-fatal officer-involved shooting. The incident occurred on April 22, 2021, at approximately 4:14 p.m. on InterstateContinue reading “ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING ON EISENHOWER EXPRESSWAY”
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCES COLLEGE VACCINATION DAYS TO ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO RECEIVE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
Office of Governor J. B. Pritzker SPRINGFIELD, April 16, 2021 – With young people driving the increase in COVID-19 cases in Illinois, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is announcing “College Vaccination Days” to encourage all community college and public and private university students across Illinois to get vaccinatedContinue reading “ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCES COLLEGE VACCINATION DAYS TO ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO RECEIVE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS”
STATE OF ILLINOIS, CITY OF CHICAGO ANNOUNCE KIMBERLY-CLARK’S PLANS TO BRING JOBS, NORTH AMERICAN COMMERCIAL CENTER TO CHICAGO’S FULTON MARKET DISTRICT IN 2022
Office of Governor J. B. Pritzker CHICAGO, April 14, 2021—Governor JB Pritzker, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and World Business Chicago today announced that Kimberly-Clark, maker of trusted brands including Huggies®, Cottonelle®, Kleenex® and Depend®, will expand their presence in Chicago withContinue reading “STATE OF ILLINOIS, CITY OF CHICAGO ANNOUNCE KIMBERLY-CLARK’S PLANS TO BRING JOBS, NORTH AMERICAN COMMERCIAL CENTER TO CHICAGO’S FULTON MARKET DISTRICT IN 2022”
SP INVESTIGATES FATAL TRAFFIC CRASH
Illinois State Police News File The Following Preliminary Information is Being Released by Illinois State Police District 09 WHAT: Two Vehicle Fatal Traffic Crash WHERE: Illinois Route 48, near E 1550 N, Taylorville Township, Christian County WHEN: April 8, 2021 at 11:04 p.m. VEHICLES: Unit 1 – Silver 2018 JeepContinue reading “SP INVESTIGATES FATAL TRAFFIC CRASH”
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ANNOUNCE UPDATE ON A FATAL OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING IN ROCK ISLAND
Rock Island, IL – The Illinois State Police announce an update to the investigation into a fatal officer involved shooting in Rock Island, IL being handled by the Rock Island County Integrity Task Force (RICITF). The fatal officer involved shooting occurred on April 1, 2021 at approximately 6:19 p.m. TheContinue reading “ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ANNOUNCE UPDATE ON A FATAL OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING IN ROCK ISLAND”
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