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November 7, 2025 at 9:10 PM

**MEDIA ADVISORY**

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 7, 2025 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252**MEDIA ADVISORY**Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs to Return World War II Purple Heart to Family At Oak Lawn VFW Ahead of Veterans DayOperation Purple Heart to Return 17th MedalCHICAGO - Illinois Treasurer Mi…

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November 7, 2025 at 7:03 PM

November is National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: November 7, 2025 Contact: JC Fultz217-685-2041 [email protected] November is National Carbon Monoxide Awareness MonthIllinois Fire Departments Responded to 9,860 related CO Calls in 2024Springfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Mar…

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November 7, 2025 at 5:28 PM

IDPH Issues Reminder About Potential Hazards of Consuming Raw Milk

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected] Issues Reminder About Potential Hazards of Consuming Raw MilkAt least eleven recent illnesses linked to consumption of unpasteurized milkKEY POINTS FOR MEDIA:Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteuri…

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November 6, 2025 at 11:44 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Relocating Its Chicago Office

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       November 6, 2025       Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Relocating Its Chicago OfficeCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is relocating its Chicago office to the Jesse White State…

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November 6, 2025 at 10:25 PM

$20 Million in Funding Available for Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

Illinois e-News ReleaseNovember 6, 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEKim Biggs, Illinois [email protected]$20 Million in Funding Available for Public Electric Vehicle Charging InfrastructureRebuild Illinois Allocates Funding to Further Expand EV Charging in IllinoisSpringfield – Illinois …

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November 5, 2025 at 10:23 PM

Honoring Vice President Cheney

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Vice President CheneyThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of:Vice President Cheney’s passing.Please …

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November 5, 2025 at 9:10 PM

Gov. Pritzker Breaks Ground on New Grocery Store in Venice

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 5, 2025 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Breaks Ground on New Grocery Store in Venice$5.9 million in combined private and public funding will bring affordable, nutritious groceries to Metro East families VENICE – Today…

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November 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Get Covered Illinois Scales Up Support as Open Enrollment for 2026 Health Insurance Begins

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 5, 2025Media Contact:Raj SavaliaMarketplace Communications Manager(312) [email protected] Covered Illinois Scales Up Support as Open Enrollment for 2026 Health Insurance BeginsAmid federal health care changes negative…

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November 5, 2025 at 5:47 PM

Illinois State Museum featuring personal Route 66 stories for Mother Road’s 100th anniversary in 2026

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Nov. 5 2025 For more information contact:[email protected] Illinois State Museum featuring personal Route 66 stories for Mother Road’s 100th anniversary in 2026Recorded oral histories with travelers, residents and historians of the road are …

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November 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Illinois State Fire Marshal’s Office Announces Statewide Transition to New National Emergency Reporting System

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: November 4, 2025 Contact:Lindsey PadgetOSFM [email protected] AndresCommunications Lead - [email protected] ScottResearch Scientist - [email protected] State Fire Marshal’s Office Announces…

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November 3, 2025 at 10:53 PM

The City of Chicago, Cook County, IEMA-OHS to Appeal Denial of Federal Disaster Assistance for Illinois Summer Flooding Events

Illinois e-News ReleaseDirector Theodore BergerPublic Information Officer Haley Williams217-441-1480 / [email protected] Public Information Officer Melissa Hahn217-299-9045 / [email protected] City of Chicago, Cook County, IEMA-OHS to Appeal Denial of Federal Disaster Assi…

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November 3, 2025 at 9:35 PM

Funding Opportunity Announced for Energy Efficiency Assessments and Projects for Housing Entities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 3, 2025 Kim Biggs, Illinois EPA [email protected] Opportunity Announced for Energy Efficiency Assessments and Projects for Housing Entities$350,000 Available for Assessments and $10 Million Available to Implement ProjectsS…

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November 3, 2025 at 6:43 PM

Illinois DCFS Honors Adoptive Parents During Adoption Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release November 3, 2025 Contact: Julia [email protected] DCFS Honors Adoptive Parents During Adoption Awareness MonthMore than 20,300 youth in care find loving, permanent homes over the last decadeCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker ha…

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November 3, 2025 at 5:15 PM

IDOA DIRECTOR HONORED BY NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 3, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] IDOA DIRECTOR HONORED BY NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATIONIllinois FFA Member Receives State Proclamation Recognizing National FFA PresidencySPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) Director J…

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November 3, 2025 at 3:50 PM

IDFPR Celebrates National Veterans & Military Families Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release    November 3, 2025     Contact: Chris [email protected] Celebrates National Veterans & Military Families MonthCHICAGO – November is National Veterans & Military Families Month, and the Illinois Department of Financial and P…

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November 3, 2025 at 2:13 PM

Country Music Trailblazer Lainey Wilson to Play the Illinois State Fair on August 15, 2026.

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release November 3, 2025 Contact:Lori Harlan [email protected] Music Trailblazer Lainey Wilson to Play the Illinois State Fair on August 15, 2026.SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is thrilled to announce its first Grandstand act for the 2026…

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October 31, 2025 at 7:02 PM

Illinois Department of Corrections Announces 'Voices of Connection: No-Cost Communication Pilot Program'

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 31, 2025CONTACT:Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] Department of Corrections Announces 'Voices of Connection: No-Cost Communication Pilot Program'Pilot to Provide Free Phone Minutes Monthly, Expanding Access to Meaningful Conversat…

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October 31, 2025 at 4:49 PM

November Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Oct. 31, 2025Media contact: [email protected] Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural ResourcesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is sharing the following upcoming events and noteworthy items for …

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October 31, 2025 at 2:47 PM

Fall Back to Safety This Weekend: Test, Inspect and Replace Smoke and CO Alarms

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: October 30, 2025 Contact: JC Fultz [email protected] Fall Back to Safety This Weekend: Test, Inspect and Replace Smoke and CO AlarmsWorking smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half (60 percent)Springfiel…

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October 31, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Illinois Department of Labor and Illinois Fire Service Institute Continue Partnership to Strengthen Firefighter Safety Training

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       October 31, 2025       Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor and Illinois Fire Service Institute Continue Partnership to Strengthen Firefighter Safety TrainingSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Lab…

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October 30, 2025 at 8:28 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Announces $15 Million for Home Improvement and Repair for Illinois Households

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                     Thursday, October 30, 2025                                       Contact: Andrew [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Announces $15 Million for Home Improvement and Repair for Illinois HouseholdsC…

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October 30, 2025 at 7:18 PM

Governor Pritzker Launches $32 Million in Funding for Regional Site Readiness Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 30, 2025 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Launches $32 Million in Funding for Regional Site Readiness Program Grant funding supports infrastructure improvements designed to spur community renewal and economic develop…

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October 30, 2025 at 3:38 PM

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces $50 Million Loan Program to Help Federal Workers During Shutdown

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 30, 2025 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces $50 Million Loan Program to Help Federal Workers During ShutdownEstimated 153,000 Federal Workers in IllinoisIllinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is c…

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October 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM

State of Illinois Vendor Summit in Chicago to Connect Business Owners with Contracting Opportunities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 30, 2025Media Contact: [email protected] of Illinois Vendor Summit in Chicago to Connect Business Owners with Contracting OpportunitiesCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) will host the 2025 State of Illi…

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October 29, 2025 at 4:08 PM

No Tricks, Just Safety Treats: Fire Safety Tips for Halloween

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: October 29, 2025 Contact: JC [email protected] No Tricks, Just Safety Treats: Fire Safety Tips for HalloweenAccording to the NFPA from 2019-2023 there was an average of 832 home structure fires that began with decorations.Spring…

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October 29, 2025 at 2:23 PM

Secretary Mario Treto, Jr. Selected for 2025 Council of State Governments Leadership Award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: October 29, 2025 Contact: Chris [email protected] Mario Treto, Jr. Selected for 2025 Council of State Governments Leadership AwardTreto among 20 emerging state officials from 18 states recognized for the leadership and dedicati…

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October 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Rockford Brake Manufacturing to Reopen Idled Factory

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernor Pritzker Announces Rockford Brake Manufacturing to Reopen Idled FactoryBolstered by EDGE for Startups incentives, company will bring investment and 150 jobs to the northern region ROCKFORD – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opp…

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October 27, 2025 at 2:14 PM

Fall into Savings! Lowest Prices of the Season on Illinois State Fair Passes

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected] into Savings! Lowest Prices of the Season on Illinois State Fair PassesIllinois Product Holiday Box Also on SaleSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is getting into the gift …

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October 24, 2025 at 2:05 PM

Illinois Department of Central Management Services Receives Top National Honors for Innovation, Leadership, and Government Operations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 24, 2025Media Contact: [email protected] Department of Central Management Services Receives Top National Honors for Innovation, Leadership, and Government OperationsSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Central Management…

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October 23, 2025 at 7:40 PM

IDFPR Hosts the 2025 Midwest Occupational Licensing Summit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: October 23, 2025 Contact: Chris [email protected] Hosts the 2025 Midwest Occupational Licensing SummitCHICAGO – As part of its commitment to ensuring consumer protections through effective regulation and professional licensing, the…

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October 23, 2025 at 5:26 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Invests $6 Million to Strengthen Housing Counseling and Grow Pathways to Sustainable Homeownership

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                         Thursday, October 23, 2025                                            Contact:   Andrew Field [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Invests $6 Million to Strengthen Housing Counseling and Grow Pathways to Sustainab…

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October 22, 2025 at 8:42 PM

Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives—Fire Officials Stress Importance of Having Them in Every Home

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseDate: October 22, 2025Contact: JC [email protected] I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety AlliancePhilip Zaleski, Executive Director(847) [email protected] Smoke Alarms Save Lives—Fire Officials Stress Importance of Having…

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October 22, 2025 at 3:13 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority and LISC Open Applications to Grow the Next Generation of Housing Developers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                     Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025                           Contact: Andrew [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority and LISC Open Applications to Grow the Next Generation of Housing DevelopersCHICAGO – The Il…

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October 21, 2025 at 11:42 PM

State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Honors Illinois LGBTQ+ Leaders

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOct. 21, 2025    CONTACT: Eric Krol 312.814.1252 Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920     State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Honors Illinois LGBTQ+ Leaders CEO of Chicago: Blend, DePaul University Professor, Senior Advisor at Equality Illinois, Executive Director …

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October 21, 2025 at 8:51 PM

Illinois Together Against Hate: Building a Roadmap for the Nation

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernment – Tuesday, October 21, 2025Illinois Together Against Hate: Building a Roadmap for the NationIllinoisans can visit ILStopHate.org or call (877) 458-HATE to report acts of hateCHICAGO – More than 200 people participated in the 2025 Illinois Together Against Hate: Huma…

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October 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM

IDNR announces waterfowl season dates and zone lines for 2026-2030

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Oct. 21, 2025Media contact: [email protected] announces waterfowl season dates and zone lines for 2026-2030SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has selected waterfowl season dates and zone lines for the 2026-203…

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October 21, 2025 at 3:40 PM

DoIT’s Office of Supplier Diversity to Host Webinar on Preparing Effective Utilization Plans for BEP Compliance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 21, 2025 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer Jennings [email protected]’s Office of Supplier Diversity to Host Webinar on Preparing Effective Utilization Plans for BEP ComplianceSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Innovation &am…

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October 21, 2025 at 12:26 PM

The Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) is excited to host its Annual Youth Alcohol Awareness Summit (YAAS) on October 22, 2025, from 10:00 am-2:00 p.m.

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE10/21/2025CONTACT:[email protected] Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) is excited to host its Annual Youth Alcohol Awareness Summit (YAAS) on October 22, 2025, from 10:00 am-2:00 p.m.The Illinois Liquor Control Commission (…

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October 20, 2025 at 7:36 PM

IDPH Marks Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, October 19-25

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                          October 20, 2025                                                                                                           CONTACT: [email protected]…

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October 17, 2025 at 10:04 PM

IDOI Calls on Insurance Companies to Provide Policyholders Relief during Federal Government Shutdown

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2025 MEDIA [email protected] Calls on Insurance Companies to Provide Policyholders Relief during Federal Government ShutdownChicago – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) is calling on insurance companies to provide…

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October 17, 2025 at 5:47 PM

Illinois sets new record for youth deer season harvest

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Oct. 17, 2025 Media contact: [email protected] sets new record for youth deer season harvestSPRINGFIELD – Illinois youth deer hunters set a new record for the season, harvesting a preliminary total of 4,714 deer Oct. 11-13. Top harvest c…

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October 17, 2025 at 4:35 PM

Illinois sets new record for youth deer season harvest

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Oct. 17, 2025 Media contact: [email protected] sets new record for youth deer season harvestSPRINGFIELD – Illinois youth deer hunters set a new record for the season, harvesting a preliminary total of 4,714 deer Oct. 11-13. Top harvest c…

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October 17, 2025 at 3:11 PM

IDPH to host 2025 Illinois Minority Health Conference in Naperville October 20-22

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2025      CONTACT: [email protected] to host 2025 Illinois Minority Health Conference in Naperville October 20-22 Theme for the Conference is: "Deepening Commitments to Advancing Healthy Equity”CHICAGO – The Illinois Departme…

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October 16, 2025 at 5:58 PM

Illinois Law Enforcement Camera Grant Accepting Applications for Fiscal Year 2026

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 16, [email protected] Law Enforcement Camera Grant Accepting Applications for Fiscal Year 2026SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) today announced the opening of the applicatio…

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October 16, 2025 at 2:36 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Wins National Awards for Innovative Housing Programs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                          Thursday, October 16, 2025                                            Contact:   Andrew [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Wins National Awards for Innovative Housing ProgramsCHICAGO – The Illinois Housing…

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October 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM

Gov. Pritzker Unveils Zero-Emission Locomotives Manufactured in Minooka

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, October 15, 2025 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Unveils Zero-Emission Locomotives Manufactured in MinookaIllinois continues to strengthen clean manufacturing industry across the state MINOOKA – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and…

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October 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Department on Aging Offers Free Help to Make Medicare Open Enrollment Decisions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                          Oct. 15, 2025 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging Offers Free Help to Make Medicare Open Enrollment DecisionsSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is encouragi…

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October 15, 2025 at 2:17 PM

IDNR awards historic sites field trip grants to Illinois schools

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025Media contact: [email protected] awards historic sites field trip grants to Illinois schoolsSPRINGFIELD – More than 740 students will visit Illinois state historic sites this school year thanks to grant funding through the I…

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October 14, 2025 at 8:37 PM

IEMA-OHS Promotes Earthquake Preparedness During the Oct. 16 Great ShakeOut

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseOct. 14, 2025Director Theodore BergerPublic Information Officer Haley Williams217-441-1480/[email protected] Public Information Officer Melissa Hahn217-502-3543/[email protected] Promotes Earthquake Preparedness During the Oct. 16 G…

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October 14, 2025 at 6:48 PM

State of Illinois closes on upland parcel needed to advance construction for the Brandon Road Interbasin Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2025Media contact: [email protected] of Illinois closes on upland parcel needed to advance construction for the Brandon Road Interbasin ProjectLand donation by Midwest Generation allows project to move forward in effort to protec…

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