Category Archives: Decatur Radio
Fire Marshal Urges Fireworks Safety
With more people looking to put on their own display at home this summer, the Illinois State Fire Marshal's office is warning about the dangers of fireworks. Many communities have cancelled their big ...
Jun 25, 2020 Chris / CC
Applications available for $60 million in Business Interruption Grants
Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and State Senator Andy Manar announced this week that applications are now available for the new Business Interrupti...
Jun 25, 2020 Justin Brockie / CC
Senators Durbin, Duckworth Advocating For Juneteenth Federal Holiday
Illinois U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth are advocating for a Juneteenth federal holiday. The senators are co-sponsoring the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. The holiday commemo...
Jun 25, 2020 ttarasiuk / CC
Children’s Museum of Illinois to Remain Shuttered
Indoor entertainment venues are set to reopen Friday. Businesses like movie theaters and bowling alleys have been closed in Illinois since March, however, one area attraction will not be opening. A me...
Jun 25, 2020 Bryan Mills / CC
Reports Reveal Significant Gaps in Health Care for Children in Illinois
Dual reports featuring new data on child outcomes reveal persistent health inequalities among children in Illinois. The 2020 Illinois Kids Count report, released in conjunction with the national 2020 ...
Jun 24, 2020
Pritzker Unveils Plan For Schools to Return to In-Person Instruction In Fall
Governor Pritzker is okaying a return to in-person instruction in Illinois schools in the fall. Pritzker announced guidelines yesterday for the transition back to the classroom. The group gathering li...
Jun 24, 2020 Lead Beyond / CC
Illinois National Guard Troops To Deploy To Africa
Some Illinois National Guard troops from Kewanee are on the list of soldiers heading to Africa. Guard commanders yesterday said 170 troops from the 106th Cavalry Regiment are being sent to the Horn of...
Jun 24, 2020 The National Guard / CC
Illinois License Plate Sticker Renewal Notices Available By Email
Secretary of State Jesse White's Office is urging the public to sign up to receive license plate sticker renewal reminders by email. Instead of getting a postcard in the mail, you can get your notice ...
Jun 24, 2020 internetcases / CC
Illinois Supreme Court To Bring In Chief Diversity, Inclusion Officer
The Illinois Supreme Court is bringing in a Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer. Court officials announced the change yesterday, with the officer being charged with addressing racial justice issues ...
Jun 24, 2020 Blogtrepreneur / CC
Department of Natural Resources Reminds About Safe Boating
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is urging boaters to stay safe and sober this summer. Kids under 13 must wear a life jacket at all times on boats less than 26 feet in length and all ages ...
Jun 24, 2020 Jennifer C. / CC
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