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K-Mart to Pay Over $1 Million for Overbilling Illinois Medicaid Customers

Wednesday, January 3 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois has joined with other states and the federal government to settle allegations that Kmart Corporation, owned by Sears Holdings Management Corporation (“Kmart”), charged the Medicaid program more than its usual and customary charge for certain drugs.Under the Settlement Agreement, Kmart agreed to pay...

November Financial and Professional Regulation Enforcement Report Now Available Online

Tuesday, January 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) today issued a report on enforcement actions taken during November 2017.The report is now available at

IDOT in 2017: Building Connections, Improving Safety, Focusing on Innovation

Tuesday, January 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation, under the leadership of Gov. Bruce Rauner and Illinois Transportation Secretary Randy Blankenhorn, delivered in 2017 on its commitment to create economic opportunity throughout the state by better connecting communities, improving safety and enhancing quality of life.'With the third-largest...

IEMA Encourages People to ‘Resolve to be Prepared’

Tuesday, January 2 by Jc Tinsley

Hurricanes, floods, wildfires, blizzards and other disasters across the U.S. in 2017 highlighted the importance of being prepared for all types of emergencies. As the New Year begins, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency management agencies throughout Illinois are encouraging people...

Secretary of State Offices Closed for New Year’s Day

Friday, December 29 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and Driver Services facilities open Monday to Friday will be closed on Monday, January 1st, while facilities open Tuesday to Saturday will be closed Saturday, December 30th, in observance of New Year’s Day.All office...

Ring in the New Year Safely: Keep the Celebration off the Road

Friday, December 29 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation, along with state and local law enforcement, wants to ring in 2018 with zero alcohol- and drug-related crashes on Illinois roads. As part of the annual Drive Sober or...

Unemployment Rate Drops in All Metro Areas for Sixth Consecutive Month

Friday, December 29 by Jc Tinsley

Not Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rates Metropolitan AreaNov. 2017Nov. 2016Over-the-Year ChangeBloomington3.9%4.6%-0.7Carbondale-Marion4.5%5.2%

Jesse White’s New Law to Remove Stickers/Decals from Dealership Vehicles before Test Drives Takes Effect Jan. 1

Friday, December 29 by Jc Tinsley

A new law initiated by Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White to remove stickers, decals and paperwork from car windows before test driving a dealership’s vehicle takes effect Jan. 1. White’s top priority is to improve road safety.“This traffic safety measure is a common-sense...

White Expands Organ/Tissue Donor Registry; 16- and 17-Year-Olds Can Become Donors as of Jan. 1

Thursday, December 28 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State Jesse White’s legislation allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to register for the state’s First Person Consent Organ/Tissue Donor Registry when they receive their driver’s license or identification card will take effect on Jan. 1, 2018.“Our main priority is to save lives,” said...

Illinois American Water offers Cold Weather Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes and Meters

Thursday, December 28 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois American Water reminds homeowners of steps to take to prevent water damage from frozen and burst pipes. Tips also address frozen water meters, which can bring costly plumbing repairs and replacement fees along with headaches and unexpected expense for homeowners.“We are facing frigid...

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K-Mart to Pay Over $1 Million for Overbilling Illinois Medicaid Customers

November Financial and Professional Regulation Enforcement Report Now Available Online

IDOT in 2017: Building Connections, Improving Safety, Focusing on Innovation

IEMA Encourages People to ‘Resolve to be Prepared’

Secretary of State Offices Closed for New Year’s Day

Ring in the New Year Safely: Keep the Celebration off the Road

Unemployment Rate Drops in All Metro Areas for Sixth Consecutive Month

Jesse White’s New Law to Remove Stickers/Decals from Dealership Vehicles before Test Drives Takes Effect Jan. 1

White Expands Organ/Tissue Donor Registry; 16- and 17-Year-Olds Can Become Donors as of Jan. 1

Illinois American Water offers Cold Weather Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes and Meters

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