Yesterday, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) released new instructions for 1099 workers who have lost work due to COVID-19.  Workers who believe they may be eligible for new…

Following yesterday’s announcement by Governor JB Pritzker of a phased reopening plan based on four regions of the state, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) issued the following statement: “At first glance,…

State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa), who represents the 64th District that includes the northern part of Crystal Lake, issued the following statement mourning the unexpected passing of longtime Crystal…

Last week Governor JB Pritzker announced his intention to reissue a modified stay at home order (now in effect) that would permit fishing and boating, but in groups no larger…

Governor Pritzker’s new modified stay at home order will go into effect on May 1. On the one hand, I’m glad he recognized some Republican suggestions for re-opening aspects of…

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), along with partners from Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA), Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM), Illinois State Police (ISP) and the…

Anyone with COVID-19-like illness or symptoms can get a test, even without a doctor’s order. As testing capacity expands, testing is now available for people who: Have COVID-19 symptoms (cough,…

A new modified Stay-at-Home order will be issued by the Governor to go into effect on May 1 in Illinois. The new provisions include the following changes to the current…

Following today’s announcement by Governor JB Pritzker that a modified version of his stay at home order will be extended through May; State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) issued the following statement:…

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is encouraging ALL unemployed individuals to file an unemployment insurance claim now. Whether you are a traditional employee, an independent contractor, gig economy worker or you are unsure which you are, apply now. You…