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Illinois delegation members continue questioning of NGA Director over security of NGA site

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Delegation representing Southwestern...

Jesse White announces security upgrades to driver's license/ID card, changes to the issuance process

Central issuance process meets federal REAL ID requirements; protects citizens from fraud and...

Gov. Rauner makes appointments to Illinois State Merit Board, Coroner Training Board

SPRINGFIELD – Governor Bruce Rauner made appointments today to the Illinois State Police Meri...

2016 Illinois State Fair Grandstand tickets go on sale Saturday

SPRINGFIELD – Tickets for the highly anticipated 2016 Illinois State Fair Grandstand concerts...

Fugitive Dracy "Clint" Pendleton shot and killed in Eddyville

EDDYVILLE – On Saturday, May 7th, 2016 at approximately 10:45 PM, a Mahomet police officer...

Durbin statement on deportation raids targeting Central American refugees

— U.S. Senator Dick Durbin ( D-IL) released the following statement today regarding reports...

Illinois Department of Public Health celebrating National EMS Week

National EMS Week May 15-21, 2016 – EMS Strong: “Called to Care” SPRINGFIELD...

Cream of the Crop photography contest now open

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today encouraged young...

Illinois members demand answers in meeting with NGA Director Cardillo

Meeting in Washington follows IL Delegation letter challenging the agency’s rationale...

Durbin calls on nation's medical community to curb over prescription of opioids

Letters to four leading physician associations follow Senator’s recent call on...

Illinois launches smartphone e-license for regulated professionals

Provides DPR & Real Estate Licensees Pocket Card Alternative SPRINGFIELD – An alternativ...

Jesse White's legislation adding National Guard, Reserve members to qualify for Veteran's designation on DL/ID Cards approved by General Assembly

Veterans must first obtain official certification from the Illinois Dept. of Veterans’...

State of Illinois honors the promotion of access, independence and opportunity for people with disabilities

Annual ceremony promotes increased opportunity for employees with disabilities in state...

DURBIN: Comprehensive legislation to improve services for veterans introduced in Senate

Legislation will address disability claims backlog, expansion of benefits, efforts to reduce homelessness...

Honor your hero: Public encouraged to submit loved ones for recognition on Memorial Day Remembrance Wall

Springfield, IL - The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs and the Illinois Senate Republican caucus...

Durbin discusses Illinois infrastructure investment with Illinois coalition

– In a meeting with the Transportation for Illinois Coalition , U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL)...

Ceremony honors fallen firefights, recognizes 27 others for live saving acts of bravery

Hundreds of firefighters gathered in Springfield for the 23rd Annual Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial,...

Illinois State Police warns of phone scams

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is warning the public of a phone scam that...

Illinois morbidity and mortality bulletin – third issue

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today released the third...

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