2024 another year of continued excellence, growth for OSF Saint Anthony’s
National recognition for patient safety, awards, accreditations, and community outreach among highlights 2024 brought another year of excellence in a variety of ways to OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center that encompassed, among other things, clinical operations, service offerings, community outreach, and the introduction of a new – and unique – Mission Partner. First,…
Read MoreGovernor urges federal workers in Illinois to understand their rights
Amid “deferred resignation” offers for federal workers, the State of Illinois issued public information outlining employment law and resources On Feb. 5, 2025, Governor JB Pritzker released the following statement concerning the federal government’s “deferred resignation” offer for federal workers in Illinois: “Donald Trump and his special government employee Elon Musk are unleashing an assault…
Read MoreIllinois announces new vendor for cannabis seed-to-sale system
The State of Illinois has announced it has executed a contract for a new seed-to-sale system for Illinois’ growing medical and adult use cannabis programs. Metrc is a highly-configurable, secure, and scalable system that will modernize Illinois’ evolving cannabis industry and regulatory systems. This includes utilizing RFID tags, computerized tags that allow for easier, more…
Read MorePritzker signs law to prioritize placing foster children with family members
Bill received unanimous support from legislature in fall By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD — Foster care officials will have to prioritize placing children with their relatives under a new law signed by Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday. Pritzker signed the Kinship in Demand Act, or KIND Act, at a ceremony at the Statehouse.…
Read MoreNew bills would ban school fines, provide working moms paid time to breastfeed
Retailers unveil study showing industry’s economic impact By JADE AUBREY, BRIGETTE FOX and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois Lawmakers filed a pair of bills that would prohibit school officials from issuing fines or fees to students as punishment. House Bill 2502 and Senate Bill 1519 follow the findings of a yearlong investigation…
Read MoreRevity Credit Union continues its support of the United Way
The employees of Revity Credit Union continue to showcase their dedication to community service and giving back. For 2025, they have pledged a total of $10,143.50 to United Way. The board of directors at Revity Credit Union has further committed to donating $14,586.50, resulting in a total donation of $25,000 for United Way. The United…
Read MoreGroups demand release of after-school program funding
Programs close, staff laid off while $50M in funding remains unspent By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Organizations that provide tutoring, recreation and other after-school programs are calling on Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois State Board of Education to release $50 million that was included in this year’s budget to fund those…
Read MoreIllinois 1099-G tax forms available for unemployment claimants
Electronic, hard copy forms ready for tax filing 1099-G tax forms are now available for claimants who received unemployment insurance (UI) benefits in 2024, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced on Feb. 3, 2025. Claimants who collected UI benefits last year will need the 1099-G tax form to complete their state and federal…
Read MoreBost announces 2025 Service Academy nominees
U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (R-IL-12) recently announced that he has nominated 17 local young men and women for admittance to the U.S. Service Academies. Nominations were made following the recommendations of an independent panel that reviewed applications and conducted formal interviews. Final determination on admission is made by the individual academies. “Southern Illinois is home…
Read MoreIllinois DCEO celebrates Black History Month
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has launched its annual Black History Month campaign. The campaign is designed to honor and uplift the contributions of Black Illinoisans, business owners and leaders. DCEO, through its Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment (OE3), which will host virtual and in-person events throughout February to spotlight…
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