State News

Native American market at Cahokia Mounds Nov. 25-27

Thursday, November 17 by Jc Tinsley

Looking for unique holiday gifts? Need a dose of artistic inspiration? The annual Native American Holiday Market at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site offers both this Thanksgiving weekend – Friday, Nov. 25, through Sunday, Nov. 27.More than 30 Native American artists,...

Board Meeting of the Illinois Community College Board

Thursday, November 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Community College Board will convene on at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, November, 18, 2016, in Springfield. Agenda materials for are now available on the ICCB website and are also attached to this advisory. The following committees of...

Jesse White Launching Passenger License Plate Replacement Program in January

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State Jesse White today announced his office will launch a cost-efficient passenger license plate replacement program beginning in January to replace the oldest license plates with newly designed plates at no additional cost to Illinois taxpayers. B-truck license plate replacement is expected...

Shawnee National Forest expands services

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

To better serve people, Shawnee National Forest has expanded its services. Forest Launches New Tip LineTo assist in forest management and law enforcement, there is a new Shawnee National Forest Tip Line. Available 24-hours a day, people now can report suspicious or illegal activities or...

IDPH: Get Smart About Antibiotics Week

Monday, November 14 by Jc Tinsley

During Get Smart About Antibiotics Week, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is asking Illinoisans to learn how they can help prevent the misuse of life saving medications. “Antibiotics are among the most commonly prescribed drugs. However, up to 50 percent of all antibiotics...

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors 24 Korean War Veterans

Friday, November 11 by Jc Tinsley

Korean War Veterans today received their long overdue Korean War Medal at the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Home in Manteno, Illinois. During the ceremony, a total of 34 Veterans were honored with 24 Veterans receiving the Korean War Medal. Illinois Army National...

THE ILLINOIS STATE POLICE THANKS VETERANS FOR THEIR SERVICE

Friday, November 11 by Jc Tinsley

On behalf of the men and women of the Illinois State Police (ISP), Director Leo P. Schmitz would like to thank veterans for their service to our country.The liberties US citizens enjoy can be directly attributed to the...

State of Illinois Encourages Veterans and Service Members to “Know Your Rights”

Friday, November 11 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Department of Human Rights Director Janice Glenn today issued a reminder of the anti-discrimination protections available under the Illinois Human Rights Act to active duty service members and veterans of the armed forces. State law prohibits discrimination based on military status and also...

HOMEGROWN BY HEROES PROGRAM TO HELP VETERANS IN AGRICULTURE

Thursday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is aiding veterans or current active duty service members who are interested in a second career in our state’s number one industry, agriculture. The Homegrown by Heroes program allows Illinois farmers, ranchers, fishermen and producers who have served or...

Goose Hunting Pit Opportunity Available at Rend Lake

Thursday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake is offering the opportunity for hunters with disabilities to enjoy the sport of goose hunting. A specially designed in-ground goose pit, located just east of the Mine 21 parking area, features a gradually sloping sidewalk...