Category Archives: Decatur Radio

Trump's DOJ Argues Against Illinois Assault Weapons Ban
President Donald Trump's Department of Justice is arguing against Illinois' assault weapons ban. While appearing before the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday, Harmeet Dhillon said the AR-15 ...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 24, 2025 No Gun, Weapon Sign. Vector illustration

ENGINEERING INTERNS
The Illinois Department of Central Management Services is expanding its Intern to Hire Program, partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation to include engineering roles. According to a C...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 24, 2025 Top view, Team engineer building inspection use tablet computer and blueprint working at construction site. Civil Engineer, Contractor and Architect discussing in construction site.

ARTS GRANTS
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Arts Council have announced awards totaling $16.2 million in state taxpayer-funded grants to 1,123 artists, arts organizations, and communities throughout Illinois....
Jerry Hinkle Sep 23, 2025 Arts. School educational subjects. Hand drawn doodle and lettering.

President Trump is publicly calling on U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to prosecute his political rivals.
President Trump is publicly calling on U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to prosecute his political rivals. Trump went on Truth Social Saturday and said "nothing is being done" about his political foes,...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 23, 2025 Chicago, USA - August 24, 2016: An American flag flying on the Riverwalk late in the day with the Trump Tower in the background.

Hunger Report
The Trump administration is stopping the government's annual report on food insecurity in America. The USDA said it plans to issue one final report on hunger in 2024, come October. The move comes afte...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 23, 2025 Poor homeless man holding piece of bread outdoors, closeup. Black and white effect

Former IL Gov Jim Edgar Laid To Rest
Friends, family, and colleagues are saying goodbye to former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar. Republicans and Democrats gathered Saturday for Edgar's funeral in Springfield. The Charleston native died at ...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 23, 2025 United States flag at half mast, seen from below with the sun behind

Free Car Seat Check Event
DECATUR, IL- Every year, the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) partners with local communities to hold events and raise awareness throughout Ch...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 22, 2025

IEMA Recognizing September As National Preparedness Month
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is recognizing September as National Preparedness Month. Officials urge Illinoisans to be prepared for severe weather. Tips include having emergency kits for y...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 22, 2025 Emergency equipment to face crisis and disasters. Water, food, first aid kit, tools and another items needed to survive. High resolution 42Mp studio digital capture taken with SONY A7rII and Zeiss Batis 40mm F2.0 CF lens

TREASURER AUCTION
The Illinois State Treasurer's office is auctioning unclaimed property items online from Sept. 19 to 28. Treasurer Michael Frerichs said the auction features sports collectibles, jewelry, and U.S. bic...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 22, 2025 Wooden gavel on white keyboard

RIVIAN SUPPLIER
With support from Illinois tax incentives, OPmobility plans to establish its first Illinois facility in Normal to assemble bumpers for Rivian's R2. Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office announced the company pl...
Jerry Hinkle Sep 22, 2025 Irvine California, USA - November 11, 2024: Rivian headquarters located at 14600 Myford Rd, in Irvine California. Rivian, is an American electric vehicle manufacturer founded in 2009. Rivian produces an electric pickup truck and sport utility vehicle.






