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Governor Activates Illinois National Guard Units Ahead of Inauguration
Governor J.B. Pritzker is activating several Illinois National Guard units ahead of President-Elect Joe Biden's inauguration. Approximately 200 members have been called to active service to help ensur...
Jan 14, 2021 The National Guard / CC
Sweeping Criminal Justice Reforms Headed to Governor's Desk
A package of sweeping criminal justice reforms is headed to Governor J.B. Pritzker's desk. The state House and Senate passed the police reform bill yesterday morning. The Illinois Black Caucus agreed ...
Jan 14, 2021 Scott Davidson / CC
New House Speaker Elected in Illinois
Emanuel Chris Welch is the new speaker of the Illinois House. The Hillside Democrat was elected when the 102nd General Assembly convened today. Welch takes over for Michael Madigan, who has served in ...
Jan 14, 2021
Scherer Won’t Vote for Madigan as Speaker, New Contender for the Seat Emerges
In a released statement, State Rep. Sue Scherer says she will not vote for Mike Madigan as House Speaker. Last night's announcement comes as a new contender has entered the race for state House Speake...
Jan 13, 2021 Daniel X. O'Neil / CC
Mt. Zion Chamber: First and Second Draw PPP Loan Applications Now Available
Beginning Tuesday (January 12th) community financial institutions can submit First Draw PPP loan applications to the SBA and on Wednesday, they will be able to submit Second Draw PPP loan applications...
Jan 13, 2021 Pictures of Money / CC
DCFS, Police Investigating Monticello Daycare
DCFS and police are investigating the Little Lambs Daycare in Monticello. Details about the investigation aren't being released, but reports say a parent came forward with an allegation. The daycare h...
Jan 13, 2021 Jason Rojas / CC
Illinois VA Director Leaving Amid Scandal
The top woman at the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is leaving under a cloud. Linda Chapa LaVia submitted her resignation yesterday. She is leaving after 36 people died from the coronavirus a...
Jan 13, 2021
Pritzker: Security Ready After Potential Threat On Capitol
Governor J.B. Pritzker says the Illinois State Police are ready to handle any potential threats. Pritzker declined to discuss specific safety measures at the Capitol yesterday, but security was increa...
Jan 13, 2021
Highway Safety Group Wants More Illinois Driving Laws
A national highway safety organization is calling for more traffic laws in Illinois. The group Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety recommended in their annual roadmap released yesterday that 16 sepa...
Jan 13, 2021 David Wilson / CC
Illinois Senate Passes Education Reform Package, Transportation-Related Bill
Three key bills are moving forward after being passed by the Illinois Senate. The state Senate passed the bills yesterday. One dealing with equality in education for all minorities will head to the Ho...
Jan 13, 2021 Jim Bowen / CC
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