State News

Temporary Area Closings during Deer Seasons at Rend Lake

Thursday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake would like to remind visitors that the following recreation areas will be closed to all vehicle and foot traffic during the first weekend of the 2016 firearm deer season. Dates for the closures are November...

IDNR Reminds Hunters to Make Safety a Priority

Thursday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

Hunters in Illinois are being reminded to make safety a top priority, especially during the state’s busiest hunting seasons this fall. “There is no better place to participate in and celebrate our hunting heritage than right here in Illinois during the fall,” said Illinois Department...

Illinois State Police District 19 Announces October Activity and Enforcement

Thursday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of October. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,543 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of...

Governor Rauner Announces Military Holiday Card Drive with the USO of Illinois

Tuesday, November 8 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced the 2016 Holiday Card Drive for the Military. The drive will again be done in partnership with the United Service Organizations (USO) of Illinois. “It is important we remember our American heroes who continue to serve in harm’s...

Secretary of State Offices Closed for General Election Day

Monday, November 7 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities will be closed Tuesday, November 8th in observance of the General Election Day.All offices and facilities will reopen on Wednesday, November 9th. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois.com, to...

Prescribed fire brings life to Shawnee National Forest

Thursday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

Fire helps maintain healthy oak forests, according to scientists who study birds, native plants and other wildlife. That’s why Shawnee National Forest uses fire as a tool to restore Southern Illinois forests.“Fire rejuvenates the forest. It increases nutrient availability, favors some plants over others,...

IDFPR Transitions to Online Application with Security Professional, Pharmacy Tech Applicants

Thursday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

As a part of ongoing efforts to speed up licensure processing times, applicants seeking to apply for their Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) to work in the security field or Pharmacy Technician license must now submit and pay for their initial application online via...

Lincoln Presidential Library honors veterans

Wednesday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will honor the nation’s military by displaying portraits of fallen soldiers, holding special ceremonies and offering free admission on Veterans Day for military personnel, both active and retired.

Emergency Management Officials, National Weather Service Encourage Winter Preparedness

Wednesday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Illinois hasn’t had a winter without at least one winter storm in the past century. To help people prepare for potentially dangerous snow, cold and ice this winter, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the NWS...

Illinois Department of Insurance Announces Start of Open Enrollment

Wednesday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Insurance (DOI) today announced that Qualified Health Programs (QHPs) are now available to Illinois residents at Get Covered Illinois and Healthcare.gov. Due to the significant changes to the plans and prices from plan year 2016, DOI is encouraging all Illinois...