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April 2, 2025 at 5:05 PM

Illinois State Museum receives donation of items from President Lincoln’s extended Springfield family

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, April 2, 2025 For more information contact:[email protected] Illinois State Museum receives donation of items from President Lincoln’s extended Springfield familySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Museum (ISM) is excited to announce the donati…

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April 2, 2025 at 2:11 PM

USDA ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF LOW-INTEREST LOANS FOR PRODUCERS IN SIX COUNTIES

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE               April 2, 2025              CONTACT:Lori [email protected] USDA ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF LOW-INTEREST LOANS FOR PRODUCERS IN SIX COUNTIESSPRINGFIELD, IL – The United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availabil…

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April 2, 2025 at 12:14 PM

THE BLACK CROWES TO ROCK THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 9

Illinois e-News ReleaseTHE BLACK CROWES TO ROCK THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 9SPRINGFIELD, IL – Legendary rock band The Black Crowes are bringing electrified guitar strings, and stripped, bare-boned rock & roll to the Illinois Lottery Grandstand Stage on Saturday, August 9.The Black Crowes …

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April 1, 2025 at 5:35 PM

April Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, April 1, 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 Ap…

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April 1, 2025 at 4:10 PM

DoIT Recognizes April as Innovation and Technology Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 1, 2025 FOR MORE INFORMATION:  Nikayla Ezell [email protected] DoIT Recognizes April as Innovation and Technology Month Governor JB Pritzker declares the month of April as Innovation and Technology Month   SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzke…

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April 1, 2025 at 2:11 PM

April is safe digging month in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 1, 2025 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] is safe digging month in IllinoisChicago, IL – In observance of safe digging month, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is reminding citizens they can reduce utili…

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March 31, 2025 at 6:17 PM

IDPH Celebrates “30 Days of Public Health” to Highlight Vital Role of Those who Protect Us

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:March 31, 2025CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Celebrates “30 Days of Public Health” to Highlight Vital Role of Those who Protect Us Illinois Again Extends National Public Health Week to Full Month of April, Overlapping wit…

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March 31, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Illinois Recognizes March 31st as Transgender Day of Visibility

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:         March 31, 2025       CONTACT:  [email protected] Recognizes March 31st as Transgender Day of VisibilityGovernor JB Pritzker proclaims Transgender Day of Visibility in Illinois to promote awareness of human rights challenges and p…

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March 31, 2025 at 2:20 PM

ICC’s Crossing Safety plan outlines rail infrastructure improvements

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2025 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] ICC’s Crossing Safety plan outlines rail infrastructure improvementsChicago, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved its annual five-year Crossing Safety Imp…

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March 30, 2025 at 2:08 PM

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release March 30, 2025 Contact: Deborah [email protected] is Child Abuse Prevention Month Illinois DCFS kicks off monthlong observance with events across the state  CHICAGO – Join the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), …

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March 28, 2025 at 6:49 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $25 Million Investment in Epic Medical

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernor Pritzker Announces $25 Million Investment in Epic MedicalEDGE incentives support the company’s new IV manufacturing facility in Central Illinois, initially creates 50 new full-time jobsPEKIN – Governor JB Pritzker, Epic Medical and the Illinois Department of Commerce …

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March 28, 2025 at 1:21 PM

Rare Gold Coins, Piece of Joe DiMaggio’s Bat Part of Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs I-CASH Auction

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2025 CONTACT:Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920     Eric Krol     312.814.1252Rare Gold Coins, Piece of Joe DiMaggio’s Bat Part of Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs I-CASH AuctionOnline Auction Runs March 28-April 6 An 1881 U.S. $10 gold coin, an …

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March 27, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Illinois Unemployment Rate Down, Jobs Nearly Unchanged in February

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: March 27, 2025 CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | 217.524.1219 [email protected]  Illinois Unemployment Rate Down, Jobs Nearly Unchanged in FebruaryFebruary had job increases in Construction, Trade, Transportation and Utilities, and Professional and Business Service…

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March 26, 2025 at 9:17 PM

Trump Administration Slashes Pledged Funding that Would Protect Illinoisans from Infectious Disease Outbreaks

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 26, 2025      CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov Trump Administration Slashes Pledged Funding that Would Protect Illinoisans from Infectious Disease OutbreaksCDC Notifies IDPH it has Rescinded $125 Million in Promised Publ…

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March 24, 2025 at 7:12 PM

Illinois EPA and Illinois Sustainable Technology Center Release New Recycling Report

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, March 24, 2025   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA and Illinois Sustainable Technology Center Release New Recycling Report2-Year Study Focused on Large Volume Recyclables and Diversion EffortsSPRINGFIELD - The …

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March 21, 2025 at 5:49 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Welcomes Development Teams to the Fourth Illinois Supportive Housing Institute

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                    Friday, March 21, 2025                                           Contact:  Andrew Field [email protected]  Illinois Housing Development Authority Welcomes Development Teams to the Fourth Illinois Supportive Housing Institu…

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March 20, 2025 at 8:34 PM

Get Covered Illinois Joins 18 State-Based Marketplaces Urging Congress to Extend Enhanced Premium Tax Credits

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, March 20, 2025MEDIA [email protected] Covered Illinois Joins 18 State-Based Marketplaces Urging Congress to Extend Enhanced Premium Tax CreditsIllinoisans in some parts of the state may see 120% rise in premiumsChicago–Get Cover…

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March 19, 2025 at 3:54 PM

IDNR and CDB announce $8 million for improvements to Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, March 19, 2025Media contact: [email protected] and CDB announce $8 million for improvements to Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site SPRINGFIELD – Today, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Capital Devel…

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March 19, 2025 at 2:40 PM

GOVERNOR PRITZKER DECLARES MARCH 19 ILLINOIS AGRICULTURE TRADE DAY

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] PRITZKER DECLARES MARCH 19 ILLINOIS AGRICULTURE TRADE DAYSPRINGFIELD, IL – Governor JB Pritzker has declared March 19, 2025, as Illinois Agriculture Trade Day in recognition of the enormous positiv…

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March 18, 2025 at 12:12 PM

GLOBAL COUNTRY SUPERSTAR BRAD PAISLEY TO PERFORM AT ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 14

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release March 18, 2025 Contact:Lori Harlan [email protected] COUNTRY SUPERSTAR BRAD PAISLEY TO PERFORM AT ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 14SPRINGFIELD, IL – Returning to the Illinois State Fair for the first time since 2017, Brad Paisley will perform …

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March 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM

ICC encourages household water conservation during Fix-a-Leak Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 17, 2025 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] encourages household water conservation during Fix-a-Leak WeekSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is encouraging Illinoisans to check their househo…

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March 14, 2025 at 10:24 PM

More than $99,600 awarded for student field trips to state parks, natural areas

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, March 17, 2025Media contact: [email protected] than $99,600 awarded for student field trips to state parks, natural areasSPRINGFIELD – More than 7,000 students will visit Illinois state parks, natural areas, museums and other natural resour…

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March 14, 2025 at 9:08 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Expansion and Modernization of Vehicle Emissions Testing Network

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2025   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Expansion and Modernization of Vehicle Emissions Testing NetworkChicago Testing Station to Resume Operations, Self-Serve Kiosks and Mobile Testing Uni…

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March 14, 2025 at 2:55 PM

Illinois DCFS receives $9,200 and hundreds of childcare items from Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 14, 2025Contact: Deborah [email protected] DCFS receives $9,200 and hundreds of childcare items from Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.CHICAGO – Tonight, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) will join Sigma…

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March 14, 2025 at 2:07 PM

IDOL, IL OSHA Release Educational Report Following Investigation of Public Works Worker Death

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       March 14, 2025 Contact:       Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719       [email protected], IL OSHA Release Educational Report Following Investigation of Public Works Worker DeathIncident occurred in 2023 in Northeast IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Il…

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March 13, 2025 at 8:33 PM

Illinois Gaming Board reminds Illinoisans March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:March 12, 2025For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board reminds Illinoisans March is Problem Gambling Awareness MonthIGB Approves New Gaming Licenses Among Other Regulatory Measures CHICAGO— …

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March 13, 2025 at 4:32 PM

2025 Illinois State Archery Tournament scheduled for March 22 in Mattoon

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 13, 2025Media contact: [email protected] Illinois State Archery Tournament scheduled for March 22 in MattoonSPRINGFIELD – The 2025 Illinois State Archery Tournament is set for Saturday, March 22 at the Emerald Sports Complex in Matt…

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March 13, 2025 at 1:09 PM

IDHR and Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness Issue Letter Safeguarding Civil Rights for Persons Experiencing Homelessness

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:     ? Mar. 13, 2025    CONTACT:[email protected] IDHR and Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness Issue Letter Safeguarding Civil Rights for Persons Experiencing HomelessnessThe letter reminds Illinois public officials that ordinances ca…

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March 12, 2025 at 7:21 PM

OSFM Announces $4 Million in Grants for Essential Tools and Equipment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: March 12, 2025 Contact: JC [email protected] Announces $4 Million in Grants for Essential Tools and Equipment178 fire departments/districts and EMS providers awarded grantsSpringfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State F…

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March 12, 2025 at 5:28 PM

Illinois Unemployment Rate Stable, Jobs Nearly Unchanged in January

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:March 12, 2025CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Unemployment Rate Stable, Jobs Nearly Unchanged in JanuaryRevised December 2024 Data Revisions Show Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate DownSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of …

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March 12, 2025 at 3:56 PM

Illinois State Museum opens “Minohsayaki ‘Painted Robes’” and “Indigenous Beadwork of the Great Lakes” exhibits in Lockport

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, March 12, 2025 For more information contact:[email protected] State Museum opens “Minohsayaki ‘Painted Robes’” and “Indigenous Beadwork of the Great Lakes” exhibits in Lockport SPRINGFIELD – Visitors are invited to experience two new…

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March 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM

Illinois spring trout season opens April 5 at 58 locations statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, March 12, 2025Media contact: [email protected] spring trout season opens April 5 at 58 locations statewideSPRINGFIELD – The 2025 Illinois spring trout fishing season will open Saturday, April 5 at 58 ponds, lakes, and streams througho…

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March 12, 2025 at 2:08 PM

ICC 2024 Supplier Diversity Report shows steady investment growth from “Big 6” utilities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 2025 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] 2024 Supplier Diversity Report shows steady investment growth from “Big 6” utilitiesSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission’s (ICC) Office of Diversity and …

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March 12, 2025 at 11:46 AM

ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY MOGUL SNOOP DOGG TO PERFORM AT ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 13

Illinois e-News Release For Immediate Release Contact March 12, 2025 Lori Harlan [email protected] ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY MOGUL SNOOP DOGG TO PERFORM AT ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 13SPRINGFIELD, IL – American rapper, singer and songwriter Snoop Dogg will perform at the Illinoi…

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March 11, 2025 at 8:43 PM

IDOA Director Testifies at Illinois General Assembly Subject Matter Hearing on Federal Funding Cuts and Tariffs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 11, 2025CONTACT:[email protected] Director Testifies at Illinois General Assembly Subject Matter Hearing on Federal Funding Cuts and TariffsSpringfield, IL – Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) Director Jerry Costello II, along with …

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March 11, 2025 at 7:50 PM

Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site to host Women's History Month event

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, March 11, 2025Media contact: [email protected]'s New Salem State Historic Site to host Women's History Month eventSPRINGFIELD – Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site welcomes the public to a special program about pioneer women of New S…

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March 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Alerts Taxpayers to Common Errors to Avoid When Preparing Tax Returns

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release March 11, 2025 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Illinois Department of Revenue Alerts Taxpayers to Common Errors to Avoid When Preparing Tax ReturnsChicago, IL – The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is advising taxpayers to be vigilan…

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March 11, 2025 at 3:32 PM

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Opens 2025 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 11, 2025 CONTACT:Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920Eric Krol 312.814.1252   Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Opens 2025 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest Contest for Young Photographers Marks Its 13th YearSPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer M…

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March 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM

Illinois EPA Invests $112.7 Million in Drinking Water and Wastewater Projects in First Half of FY25

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] EPA Invests $112.7 Million in Drinking Water and Wastewater Projects in First Half of FY25$9.9 Million in Loan Forgiveness Granted to Loan RecipientsSPRINGFIELD –Illinois Environ…

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March 10, 2025 at 3:08 PM

Morgan Winters Confirmed as Get Covered Illinois Director

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, March 10, 2025MEDIA [email protected] Winters Confirmed as Get Covered Illinois DirectorDirector Winters will lead Illinois’ transition to an independent, State-Based Health Insurance MarketplaceSpringfield–The Illinois State …

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March 7, 2025 at 6:54 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Over $500,000 Awarded to 15 Community Water Supplies for Lead Service Line Inventories

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 7, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Over $500,000 Awarded to 15 Community Water Supplies for Lead Service Line InventoriesGrants to Aid Communities in Finalizing Lead Service Line InventoriesSPRINGFIEL…

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March 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM

Illinois bobcat season concludes with 649 harvested

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, March 6, 2025Media contact: [email protected] bobcat season concludes with 649 harvestedSPRINGFIELD – The 2024-2025 Illinois bobcat season concluded Feb. 15 with 649 bobcats harvested byhunters and trappers.A total of 415 (61.6%) of bob…

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March 6, 2025 at 8:16 PM

COMMUNITY GARDEN SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR 2025 SEASON

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   March 6, 2025 CONTACT:Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283COMMUNITY GARDEN SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR 2025 SEASONPumpkin Weigh Off Added to Fall Farmers MarketSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) seeks individuals or families interested in st…

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March 6, 2025 at 5:50 PM

Dana-Thomas house to feature Wooden It Be Lovely chairs for Women’s History Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, Feb. 3, 2025Media contact: [email protected] house to feature Wooden It Be Lovely chairs for Women’s History MonthSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is partnering with Wooden It Be Lovely for an exhibit…

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March 6, 2025 at 3:42 PM

Spring Forward and Spring into Action: Test, Inspect, and Replace Broken or Expired Smoke and CO Alarms

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: March 7, 2025 Contact: JC [email protected] Forward and Spring into Action: Test, Inspect, and Replace Broken or Expired Smoke and CO AlarmsSince 2018, 74% of pre-existing smoke alarms in homes that received new 10-year se…

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March 6, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Illinois Overdose Deaths Declined 8% in 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                                                         March 6, 2025   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected]  Pritzker Administration Announces Illinois Overdose D…

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March 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM

Gov. Pritzker and CMS Act to Support Federal Workers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 5, 2025Media Contact: [email protected]. Pritzker and CMS Act to Support Federal WorkersState of Illinois will host two career fairs in March for former federal employees and members of the public in Edwardsville and ChicagoCHICAGO – T…

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March 4, 2025 at 7:40 PM

Treasurer Frerichs Presents Awards to Eight Illinois Leaders in Honor of Women’s History Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 4, 2025 CONTACT: Eric Krol   312.814.1252       Adriana Colindres   217.558.1920Treasurer Frerichs Presents Awards to Eight Illinois Leaders in Honor of Women’s History MonthIllinois Teacher of the Year, Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra leader, Mar…

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March 4, 2025 at 6:07 AM

Conservation Efforts, New Logo Announced for Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Nature Areas

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release March 4, 2025       Contact:Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283 Conservation Efforts, New Logo Announced for Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Nature AreasDU QUOIN, IL – For 11 days a year, the Du Quoin State Fair bustles with carnival rides and livestock exhibitors, foo…

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March 3, 2025 at 10:30 PM

IEMA-OHS Commemorates 100th Anniversary of the Deadliest Tornado in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseIEMA-OHS Commemorates 100th Anniversary of the Deadliest Tornado in Illinois  March is Severe Weather Preparedness MonthSpringfield – On March 18, 1925, the deadliest tornado in U.S. history tore through southeast Missouri, southern Illinois, and southwest Indiana, leaving a 2…

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