State News

Statewide Karaoke Contest Begins June 10th

Friday, May 12 by Jc Tinsley

If you have ever dream of performing on a big stage, the Illinois & Du Quoin State Fair want to help make your dreams come true. Returning for a second year is the State Fairs Karaoke Contest. This statewide contest will give one lucky...

Illinois Policy Institute: Righter plan could fix Illinois pensions

Friday, May 12 by Jc Tinsley

Righter: Democrats pass public funding of abortion on demand

Thursday, May 11 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) says legislation that would expand abortion in Illinois and have taxpayers paying for it not only goes against federal policy but is also an attack on the sanctity of innocent life.

Governor Honors Fallen Firefighters at Memorial Service

Wednesday, May 10 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today honored two firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty and congratulated others for tremendous acts of heroism at the 24th Annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service."Every day, our firefighters put their lives on the line...

ICC to Host Summer Preparedness Policy Session

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) will host a Summer Preparedness policy session from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Tuesday, May 9, 2017.During the session, electric utilities and regional transmission organizations (RTOs) serving Illinois will discuss how...

Statement from Speaker Madigan on budget

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Monday:“For nearly two years, families in our communities have lost critical services as a result of the budget impasse. Educators, social service agencies and countless others have warned that Illinois will be...

ISP District 19 April Activity and Enforcement

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of April. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,281 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of...

SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST TO HOST FISHING DERBIES

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Whether you love fishing or have never tried it, taking a kid fishing can be a rewarding experience. Springtime is one of the best times to go fishing, and at the annual Shawnee National Forest fishing derby, you can enjoy the beautiful outdoors....

Governor Announces Appointments

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced he has made appointments and reappointments to the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board, the Illinois Human Rights Commission, the Illinois Criminal Justice Authority and the Civil Service Commission.Name: Manuel Rodriguez Position: Board Member – Illinois Workforce...

NEW CHANGES TO SALE OF CHAMPIONS WILL AWARD PRIZE MONEY TO MORE YOUTH EXHIBITORS

Monday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

In an effort to celebrate the accomplishments of our youth exhibitors, Director Raymond Poe and State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon announced today that changes outlined in the 2017 Illinois State Fair Joint Livestock Open & Junior Premium Book will allow for more youth exhibitors...