Don’t forget to include your pets in your family emergency plan. Prevent Your Pets from Starting Fires The National Fire Protection Association estimates that nearly 1,000 home fires each year…

Who: State Senator Terri Bryant (Murphysburo), and State Representatives Charlie Meier (Okawville) and Dave Severin (Benton) What: With the Department of Human Services’ continued failure to protect developmentally disabled persons at state-run…

Many preventable chronic conditions are caused by key risk behaviors. Reduce your likelihood of getting a chronic disease and improve your quality of life by understanding the risk factors. #ChronicDiseaseDay

FENTANYL How much fentanyl crosses our southern border?  One of the most dangerous and deadly drugs pervading our nation currently is fentanyl. The flow of this powerful drug coming into…

The Illinois Commerce Commission has approved the implementation of the new area code 730 to overlay the existing area code 618 region starting tomorrow.

On this day in 1915, Illinois adopted its first state flag. This flag depicted the emblem shown on the state seal on a field of white. In 1970, official design…

It’s summertime in Illinois, and that means everyone has to be aware of the high heat and humidity that can be common for days and weeks at a time. And…

This month we are celebrating the small and local businesses that drive growth in our communities. Independent retailers keep our local economies strong while creating opportunities for our families, friends,…

Week in Review: Nuclear energy, air quality, fireworks & more ENERGY Lawmakers look to lift the ban on nuclear energy permits. Illinois lawmakers worked to lift the 36-year-old ban on new nuclear…

The Illinois Warrior Assistance Program is a 24/7 warm helpline and resource for Illinois veterans, their families, and caregivers. The confidential helpline can be reached by calling 877-455-IWAP (4297) or visiting www.illinoiswarrior.org. NOTE: The warm…