Illinois Judges Receive Recognition and Awards - September 28, 2021 | State of Illinois Office of the Illinois Courts Illinois Judges Receive Recognition and Awards - September 28, 2021 9/28/2021 Illinois judges are increasingly being recognized for their dedicated work in courtrooms throughout the state. Here are some of the recent honors received by Illinois judges:Retired Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas L. Kilbride was honored on September 27, 2021, as a 2021 Citizen of the Year award winner in the "Professional" category by the City of Rock Island for his work as an advocate for those who cannot afford legal help.Have you recently received an award? Please let us know at communications@illinoiscourts.gov See More News Posts