Half of Illinois' counties are now considered to be at warning level for COVID-19 disease.

By the end of October, a majority of Illinois' regions will be implementing resurgence mitigations as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to increase across the state.

Resources designed to help organizations and teleworkers remain secure while working remotely are available from the Nation's risk advisor, Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

Model Ordinance Available for Use by Counties in Approving their Local CURE Program Certification.

To prevent the spread of COVID-19 and allow restaurants and bar establishments statewide to operate safely, revised guidelines require patrons to wear a mask during any interaction with wait staff, food service workers and other employees.

Residential and business customers served by the 217 area code are encouraged to start preparing for the introduction of the new 447 area code.

New interim report of costs by category incurred by state and local CRF recipients is released by the U.S. Treasury Department.

Friday, August 7th, marked the announcement by Governor Pritzker of new Illinois Department of Public Health Rules to provide local law enforcement more flexibility and a measured process to enforce public health guidance, as well as the signing by the Governor of Senate Bill 471 to provide additional protections for frontline workers and expand paid disability leave.

Under legislation signed into law by Governor Pritzker, the second increase this year for minimum wage earners in Illinois became effective on July 1st. Regular wage increases in the minimum wage starting next year are also called for, resulting in a $15 an hour minimum wage rate by the year 2025.

As Illinois continues to make significant progress in reducing new COVID-19 cases, all four regions of the state are on track to move into Phase 4 on June 26th.

The FY2021 budget was the biggest issue to be addressed for Members of the Illinois General Assembly returning to Springfield on Wednesday, May 20th, for the 2020 Spring Special Session. This proved true, as the three-day scheduled session carried over to a fourth day on Saturday. Working into the early morning hours of Sunday, lawmakers reach agreement on the FY2021 State Budget. Following final approval of the FY2021 Spending Plan, the 2020 Spring Session adjourned.

'Restore Illinois: A Public Health Approach to Safely Reopen Our State'.

NACo urges the White House and Congress to unite and help counties fulfill their vast public health, public safety and economic recovery responsibilities

Citing the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact the virus is having on the general public nationwide, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary has extended the REAL ID enforcement deadline an additional year.

U.S. Representative Bustos spearheads effort to receive federal funding for activation of Illinois National Guard in the fight against COVID-19 outbreak

Governor Pritzker issued a 'Stay at Home' order for the entire state starting Saturday, March 21st, effective until April 7th.

UCCI hosts reception for Illinois lawmakers as part of their 2020 Legislative Conference

ICRMT presents UCCI with first royalty check of 2020

Senator Don Harmon Elected President of the Illinois Senate

'Making the Most of your NACo Membership' ... Kimberly Hall, Director of Membership

Governor Pritzker Keynotes UCCI Fall Conference Banquet honoring the Class of 2019 UCCI/University of Illinois Leadership Academy

Illinois Equal Pay Act now bans employers and employment agencies from asking about applicants' past wage and compensation histories.

Illinois Counties ... 27 so far, are now eligible to apply for Public Assistance program grants

Illinois General Assembly allocates financial resources to fully reimburse counties for salaries and probation services.

State Treasurer to host Local Officials Day on Saturday, August 17th.