State News

Illinois Chamber Congratulates Representative Emanuel “Chris” Welch

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Illinois Chamber would like to congratulate Representative Emanuel “Chris” Welch on his election today as Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives. Speaker Welch will be the first new speaker in the lifetime of many Illinoisans. It is no secret that Illinois faces...

Darren Bailey Sworn-In as State Senator; Excited to begin 102nd General Assembly

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD– On the first day of the Illinois General Assembly, State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has taken the oath of office and is beginning his first term in the Senate.

Adam Niemerg Sworn In to 102nd General Assembly: Top Priorities are Protecting Innocent Life and State Reforms

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD…Today, Teutopolis native Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) was sworn in as the new State Representative for the 109th District. The district office will be located at 107 W. Main Street, Teutopolis, Illinois.

IBHE BOARD APPROVES HIGHER EDUCATION BUDGET REQUEST FOCUSED ON EQUITY

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Board of Higher Education today approved a fiscal year 2022 budget that increases funding to support its continuing efforts to help close equity gaps in higher education outcomes. The budget proposal is $2.141 billion and would reflect a 4.5 percent ($92...

IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike Receives COVID-19 Vaccination

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Director urges people to be vaccinated when they are eligible SPRINGFIELD – Today, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike received her coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination at the Cook County Health’s North Riverside Health Center in Riverside. Partnering with the Cook...

IDPH Posts COVID-19 Vaccination Data

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Averages 24,200 Vaccines Administered Daily for Past Seven Days SPRINGFIELD – Beginning today, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is now reporting coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination data on its website, with data to be updated daily and additional data to be provided...

Miller’s Statement on Calls for Impeachment

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

WASHINGTON – Tuesday, Congresswoman Mary Miller released the following statement to address the calls to impeach President Trump.“I join my colleagues in denouncing the violence that occurred in the Capitol last week. It was a very sad day in our nation.

State Farm® Matching American Red Cross Donations January 11-15

Tuesday, January 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

To help the American Red Cross respond to disasters and emergencies big and small, State Farm® is matching donations to the Red Cross dollar for dollar up to $100,000 from now through January 15th, helping gifts go twice as far! To donate and ensure a...

Public Health Officials Announce 4,776 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Tuesday, January 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 4,776 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 53 additional deaths.- Cook County: 1 female 30s, 1 female 40s, 2 males 40s, 2 females 50s, 2 males 50s, 1 female...

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Launches New Training Program to Increase Human Trafficking Awareness

Tuesday, January 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Department partners with federal, state and private agencies to prevent child human traffickingCHICAGO – January 11 is Human Trafficking Awareness Day, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is reminding the public that human trafficking is not something that only happens...