Do You Qualify for Social Security Spouse’s Benefits?

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•May 18, 2022• By Ileana Saveley Social Security District Manager in Decatur, IL Social Security benefits are a crucial part of millions of Americans’ retirement income. If you don’t have enough Social Security credits to qualify for benefits on your own record, you may be able to receive benefits on your spouse’s record. To qualify for spouse’s benefits, you must be one of the following: · 62 years of age or older. · Any age and have in your care a child younger than age 16, or who has a disability and is entitled to receive benefits on your spouse’s … Read More

Key Updates to One Day Rest in Seven Act

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•May 18, 2022• A bill strengthening the One Day Rest in Seven Act has been signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker. Senate Bill 3146 is the result of negotiations among the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), the business community, community groups and unions. “The changes will strengthen the One Day Rest in Seven Act and reflect the ongoing mission of the Illinois Department of Labor to protect the rights, wages and working conditions for people in Illinois,” said Illinois Department of Labor Acting Director Jane Flanagan. … Read More

Key Updates to One Day Rest in Seven Act

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•May 18, 2022• A bill strengthening the One Day Rest in Seven Act has been signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker. Senate Bill 3146 is the result of negotiations among the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), the business community, community groups and unions. “The changes will strengthen the One Day Rest in Seven Act and reflect the ongoing mission of the Illinois Department of Labor to protect the rights, wages and working conditions for people in Illinois,” said Illinois Department of Labor Acting Director Jane Flanagan. … Read More

ICC Staff Issues Beneficial Electrification Workshops Report

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•May 18, 2022• The Staff of the Illinois Commerce Commission has issued a Report summarizing the Beneficial Electrification Workshop series held from November 2021-February 2022. Pursuant to requirements of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (“CEJA”) specifically updated provisions to Section 45 of the EV Act, the workshops were held to consider the benefits and barriers of electric vehicle adoption and to solicit input on the design of beneficial electrification programs that Ameren Illinois and ComEd will offer beginning in 2023. The report also includes recommendation for transportation electrification investment or incentives. “Widespread electric vehicle adoption is key for Illinois … Read More

Appellate Justice Lisa Holder White named to replace Justice Garman

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Republican will become first Black woman on Illinois Supreme Court •May 18, 2022• By Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com The Illinois Supreme Court announced last Tuesday that 4th District Appellate Justice Lisa Holder White had been appointed to succeed Justice Rita Garman, making her the first Black woman to serve on the state’s high court. “Being appointed to the Illinois Supreme Court is the honor of a lifetime. I am humbled by the confidence Justice Rita B. Garman and the entire Court have placed in me,” Holder White said in a news release. “My service to the judiciary for … Read More

Coles County Chorus to Hold Concert June 4

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•May 18, 2022• After a cold winter and chilly spring, the Coles County Chorus (CCC) will present “In the Good Old Summertime” at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Eastern Illinois University. The barbershop music concert will be held in the Doudna Fine Arts Center on the Dvorak Concert Hall stage. General admission tickets are $20 each, $5 for children 12 and under. You can order your tickets online at: … Read More

Governor Pritzker Signs Legislation Addressing Rise in Organized Retail Thefts

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•May 18, 2022• Governor Pritzker last Friday joined Attorney General Kwame Raoul, lawmakers, advocates, and law enforcement officials to sign legislation designed to combat a nationwide rise in coordinated retail thefts. “This new law represents another important step to fight crime and advance public safety in Illinois,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “This is how we protect store workers and customers, prevent militarized storefronts and empty commercial corridors, and across the board, make communities safer for all who call them home. And I look forward to furthering our work to shape a public safety system that works for all of us, … Read More