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IDPH Offers Tips To Avoid Tickborne Illness

Thursday, June 8 by Jc Tinsley

As the weather warms up, more ticks are starting to appear. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D., reminds residents about the importance of taking precautions against tick bites and the diseases they carry.“Ticks can carry diseases like Lyme...

Reis legislation helping rural communities seeking wastewater services heads to Governor

Wednesday, June 7 by Jc Tinsley

On the final day of the spring legislative session in Springfield, the Illinois Senate passed legislation sponsored by State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) which was drafted as a constituent initiative aimed at helping rural communities seeking wastewater services. HB1914 allows water districts...

Illinois Sheriffs, Chiefs of Police call for 9-1-1 bill approval

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

9-1-1 is the backbone of public safety and Illinois’ back is breaking.On behalf of the Sheriffs, the Chiefs of Police, and all the men and women of public safety in Illinois, we encourage Governor Rauner to approve SB 1839. Without that...

Illinois state employee asks U.S. Supreme Court to hear First Amendment challenge to mandatory union fees

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court will be asked to hear a case that could free government workers from being forced to pay union dues or fees as a condition of employment. Forcing government...

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE LAUNCH THREE-DAY COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY PROGRAM

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will take part in a three-day, nationwide safety program to conduct commercial motor vehicle enforcement checks to ensure the safety of competent professional drivers and the motoring public in...

Family Preparedness Plans Must Include Pets

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

Pets are cherished family members in many Illinois homes, so it’s important for pet owners to have plans to keep their pets safe during and after emergencies. Throughout National Pet Preparedness Month in June, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency...

ICC Announces Release of Report in Cloud Computing Notice of Inquiry

Tuesday, June 6 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) announced the release of a report detailing findings from the Commission’s Notice of Inquiry (NOI) regarding the regulatory treatment of cloud-based computing arrangements.Initiated in February 2016 by Chairman Brien J. Sheahan, the NOI is a fact-gathering...

Illinois State Police announce results from Memorial Weekend Enforcement Campaign

Monday, June 5 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) officials announce the results of the Memorial Weekend enforcement campaign. The official reporting period for the Memorial Weekend enforcement was May 26 - 29. During that time, Troopers issued 5,585 traffic citations and 4,597 written warnings. Troopers also made 80...

ICC Issues Second Notice Order to Strengthen Rules for Retail Electric Suppliers

Friday, June 2 by Jc Tinsley

By unanimous vote, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) today issued a Second Notice Order in a rule which would make significant changes to the marketing guidelines retail electric suppliers must follow in Illinois.Following electricity price spikes during the “polar vortex” winter...

Lincoln Log Cabin helps children immerse themselves in Lincoln’s era

Friday, June 2 by Jc Tinsley

Children and young adults will be able to immerse themselves in frontier life and the world of Abraham Lincoln this summer thanks to three programs being offered by Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site.The Littlest Pioneer Day Camp is designed for...

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IDPH Offers Tips To Avoid Tickborne Illness

Reis legislation helping rural communities seeking wastewater services heads to Governor

Illinois Sheriffs, Chiefs of Police call for 9-1-1 bill approval

Illinois state employee asks U.S. Supreme Court to hear First Amendment challenge to mandatory union fees

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE LAUNCH THREE-DAY COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY PROGRAM

Family Preparedness Plans Must Include Pets

Illinois State Police announce results from Memorial Weekend Enforcement Campaign

ICC Issues Second Notice Order to Strengthen Rules for Retail Electric Suppliers

Lincoln Log Cabin helps children immerse themselves in Lincoln’s era

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