<?xml version="1.0" encoding="windows-1252"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Illinois IGNN: DOL News</title><link>http://www.illinois.gov/news/</link><description>The Illinois Government News Network (IGNN) section is your online source for news from the State of Illinois. Choose from the IGNN Links on the right to locate press releases in the categories that are of interest to you, or use the search the news feature to locate specific press releases or a different topic of releases. For other media, access the Illinois Information Service (IIS) Radio page for digital radio feeds and news soundbites.</description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright &#169; 2012 State of Illinois</copyright><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:32:06 CST</pubDate><ttl>2</ttl><webMaster>cms.rss@illinois.gov</webMaster><lastBuildDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:32:06 CST</lastBuildDate><image>  <title>IGNN</title>  <link>http://www.illinois.gov/news/</link>  <url>http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/images/IGNN133x45.jpg</url>  <width>133</width>  <height>45</height>   </image><!-- Note: You can get the HTML version by replacing .xml to .htm --><item><title><![CDATA[Illinois Department of Labor Issues Safety Tips for Haunted House Enthusiasts - Department Encouraging Residents to Wear Bright Clothing, Follow Safety Rules]]></title><link>http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/ShowPressRelease.cfm?SubjectID=50&#x26;RecNum=9827</link><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO–As thousands of families and trick-or-treaters celebrate Halloween, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) recommends safety tips for those venturing into local haunted houses.“We want to make sure that individuals, who bravely enjoy a good scare at haunted houses, do so safely,” said IDOL Director Joe Costigan.  “We urge parents and kids to read safety signs to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween.”]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">6D584275CDDACA779560A6C0A46AC90A</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State Labor Department Director, Consul General of Mexico and Latino Community Leaders Mark Labor Rights Week - Director Joe Costigan Highlights Enforcement of Laws Protecting Workers]]></title><link>http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/ShowPressRelease.cfm?SubjectID=50&#x26;RecNum=9672</link><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO–Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) Director Joe Costigan today joined the Consuls General of Mexico, El Salvador and Guatemala, Chicago, to publicize Labor Rights Week, organized by the Mexican Consulate to help Latino workers learn more about their rights and protections under state and federal labor laws.  Director Costigan emphasized the need for strong enforcement of state labor laws that require workers to receive fair and timely pay.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">66705064B387572428517E38AE23E019</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Quinn Signs Bill Creating Commission to Research Disparity in the African-American Community - Commission Will Explore Inequalities Across a Wide Variety of Areas]]></title><link>http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/ShowPressRelease.cfm?SubjectID=50&#x26;RecNum=9632</link><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO – August 13, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today signed House Bill 1547, creating the Commission to End the Disparities Facing the African-American Community. The commission will research the disparities facing African-Americans in the areas of healthcare, health services, employment, education, criminal justice, housing, and other social and economic issues. Its findings will be reported to the General Assembly.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">E17A5A399DE92E1D01A56C50AFB2A68E</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Pat Quinn Signs Legislation to Protect Diversity in State Public Works Projects - New Law Will Benefit Minority-Owned, Female Businesses; Ensure Fairness in Minority and Female Employment on Public Works Projects]]></title><link>http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/ShowPressRelease.cfm?SubjectID=50&#x26;RecNum=9579</link><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO – July 27, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today signed legislation to help ensure a fair state contract bidding process for minority- and women-owned businesses, and to advance minority and female employment in Illinois’ workforce.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">AA677D660EEFD1FE0D323C1DC9BFA869</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State Issues Safety Tips for Workers During Record Heat Wave - Illinois Department of Labor Reminding Workers, Employers About Risks of Working in High Temperatures]]></title><link>http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/ShowPressRelease.cfm?SubjectID=50&#x26;RecNum=9563</link><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO–As temperatures continue to rise across the Midwest, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is reminding workers about the hazards of working in hot weather and how to prevent heat-related illnesses and injuries.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">BB44C2E24438B59F0D2109FEC67F6B20</guid></item></channel></rss>
