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January 9, 2026 at 2:55 PM

Illinois Ranks #1 for Workforce Development in Midwest, Climbs to #3 in the Nation

Illinois e-News ReleaseIllinois Ranks #1 for Workforce Development in Midwest, Climbs to #3 in the NationState’s Talent Pipeline and Training Drive National Recognition CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced that Site S…

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January 8, 2026 at 5:14 PM

As America turns 250, eagle-watching events abound this winter at Illinois state parks and other sites

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2026Media contact: [email protected] As America turns 250, eagle-watching events abound this winter at Illinois state parks and other sitesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites families, wildlife watchers …

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January 7, 2026 at 5:17 PM

Illinois Conservation Foundation announces Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards winners

Illinois e-News Release**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**  Contact Information:Illinois Conservation FoundationJenny [email protected] Conservation Foundation announces Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards winnersSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) announce…

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January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology Launches “Mastering the State Contracting Game” Webinar Series to Demystify the State Procurement Process for Vendors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 7, 2026 FOR MORE INFORMATION: [email protected] Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology Launches “Mastering the State Contracting Game” Webinar Series to Demystify the State Procurement Process for Vendors SPRINGFIELD – The Illinoi…

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January 6, 2026 at 9:56 PM

ICJIA Announces Grant Opportunities Totaling $50 Million to Restore Communities Impacted by Systemic Racism and Disinvestment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           January 6, 2026            CONTACT: Cristin [email protected] Announces Grant Opportunities Totaling $50 Million to Restore Communities Impacted by Systemic Racism and DisinvestmentCHICAGO, IL – The Illinois Criminal Justice Infor…

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January 6, 2026 at 8:48 PM

Barkhausen Cache River Wetland Center to reopen Jan. 10

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026Media contact: [email protected] Cache River Wetland Center to reopen Jan. 10SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites the public to celebrate the reopening of the Henry N. Barkhausen Cache…

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January 6, 2026 at 7:22 PM

Illinois Unemployment Rate Stable, Payrolls Nearly Unchanged in November

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: January 6, 2025 CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Illinois Unemployment Rate Stable, Payrolls Nearly Unchanged in NovemberOctober Unemployment Rate Data Unavailable Due to 43-Day Federal Government ShutdownSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois De…

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January 6, 2026 at 5:12 PM

Illinois DCFS Opens Post-Secondary Scholarship Application to Current and Former Youth in Care

Illinois e-News ReleaseIllinois DCFS Opens Post-Secondary Scholarship Application to Current and Former Youth in CareApplications accepted until March 31CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is accepting applications for the 2026 DCFS Scholarship Program. Through t…

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January 5, 2026 at 9:00 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $24 Million Manufacturing Training Academy Expansion

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernor Pritzker Announces $24 Million Manufacturing Training Academy ExpansionGrant funding will increase advanced workforce training facilities at Illinois community colleges CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportun…

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January 5, 2026 at 7:31 PM

IDPH Urges Flu Shots, Other Preventive Measures as Influenza Rates Climb Statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 5, 2026 CONTACT:[email protected] Urges Flu Shots, Other Preventive Measures as Influenza Rates Climb StatewideInfluenza climbs to “Very High” levels in state; COVID-19 also on the riseKEY POINTS FOR MEDIA:Basic precautions, like gettin…

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January 5, 2026 at 5:16 PM

New Law Protects Workers Who Document Violence Using Work Devices

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 5, 2026Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Law Protects Workers Who Document Violence Using Work DevicesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is reminding employers and employees about a new amendment, Public A…

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January 5, 2026 at 3:27 PM

New Law Protects Workers Who Document Violence Using Work Devices

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 5, 2026Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Law Protects Workers Who Document Violence Using Work DevicesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is reminding employers and employees about a new amendment, Public A…

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January 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM

ILETSB and the Cook County Sheriff's Office Announce Nation's First Law Enforcement Crisis Response Therapy Canine Certification Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJANUARY 5, [email protected] and the Cook County Sheriff's Office Announce Nation's First Law Enforcement Crisis Response Therapy Canine Certification ProgramSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board …

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December 31, 2025 at 7:58 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Highlights Key Worker Protections and Enforcement Actions in 2025

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 31, 2025CONTACT:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Highlights Key Worker Protections and Enforcement Actions in 2025SPRINGFIELD – As 2025 ends, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is proud to share…

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December 31, 2025 at 6:25 PM

Illinois awarded $193 million to expand healthcare access in rural areas

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Dec. 31, 2025CONTACT:[email protected] awarded $193 million to expand healthcare access in rural areasAmid federal budget cuts to rural healthcare, Illinois will steward funds to support the state’s rural healthcare infrastructure and driv…

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December 30, 2025 at 9:10 PM

Reset. Rebalance. Refresh. Dry January Starts with One Choice

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE12/30/2025CONTACT:[email protected]. Rebalance. Refresh. Dry January Starts with One ChoiceJanuary 1st marks the new year and a new challenge: Dry January. This is the time to reset and renew after an indulgent holiday season. Dry January is a o…

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December 30, 2025 at 7:45 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $1 Million in Economic Development Grant Funding for Village of Deer Creek

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernor Pritzker Announces $1 Million in Economic Development Grant Funding for Village of Deer CreekFunding will support economic development and job creation efforts in Central IllinoisChicago, IL – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic O…

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December 30, 2025 at 4:12 PM

New Laws Impacting Public Health to Take Effect in 2026

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 30, 2025CONTACT:[email protected] Laws Impacting Public Health to Take Effect in 2026New law to improve reporting of overdose information among the initiatives enacted for the New YearSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Healt…

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December 29, 2025 at 9:45 PM

Illinois Celebrates Economic Development Milestones in 2025

Illinois e-News ReleaseIllinois Celebrates Economic Development Milestones in 2025State incentive program investments drive a record $13 billionCHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) released data highlighting record-breaking eco…

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December 29, 2025 at 4:10 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces Digital Ticketing for 2026 Season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseDecember 29, 2025Contact:[email protected] State Fair Announces Digital Ticketing for 2026 SeasonSPRINGFIELD, IL – Following a successful trial in 2025, the Illinois State Fair is transitioning to digital ticketing for 2026. This modernizati…

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December 26, 2025 at 4:57 PM

January Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Dec. 26, 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 Ja…

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December 23, 2025 at 8:11 PM

IDNR revises South Zone waterfowl season dates for 2026-2030

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Dec. 23, 2025Media contact: [email protected] revises South Zone waterfowl season dates for 2026-2030SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has revised the South Zone waterfowl season dates for the 2026-2030 seaso…

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December 23, 2025 at 4:03 PM

Illinois Joins Multistate Enforcement Action for SAFE Act Violation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: December 23, 2025 Contact: Kimber [email protected] Joins Multistate Enforcement Action for SAFE Act ViolationCHICAGO – A mortgage loan originator (“MLO”) has received serious sanctions and fines from the Illinois Department of F…

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December 23, 2025 at 3:07 PM

Kristi Jones Named Assistant Director of Agriculture

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   December 23, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected] Jones Named Assistant Director of AgricultureSpringfield, IL — After serving the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) as Deputy Director for five years, Kristi Jones has been appointed acting…

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December 23, 2025 at 2:16 PM

HFS to increase funding for Planned Parenthood to protect reproductive healthcare access across Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Dec. 23, 2025          CONTACT:[email protected] HFS to increase funding for Planned Parenthood to protect reproductive healthcare access across Illinois$4 million investment will cover the gap created by the Trump Administration’s move to defun…

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December 19, 2025 at 7:46 PM

IDNR collecting discarded Christmas trees for fish habitat

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Dec. 19, 2025 Media contact: [email protected] collecting discarded Christmas trees for fish habitatSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habit…

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December 19, 2025 at 6:04 PM

IEMA-OHS to Hold Exercise of Quad Cities Nuclear Generating Station

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseDecember 19, 2025Acting Director Theodore BergerPublic Information Officer Haley Williams217-441-1480/[email protected] Public Information Officer Melissa Hahn217-502-3543/[email protected] Media Inquiries/410-470-9700IEMA-OHS …

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December 19, 2025 at 12:13 AM

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE12/18/2025CONTACT:[email protected] National Impaired Driving Prevention MonthDesignate a Driver this DecemberDecember has arrived with its usual charm, weather, and holiday zeal. Now is the time for gatherings, celebrations, meals and conversations,…

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December 18, 2025 at 11:24 PM

Illinois Accountability Commission Hosts First Meeting

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEIllinois Accountability Commission Hosts First MeetingCompelling testimony shed light on human impact of the widespread use of chemical agents during Operation Midway BlitzCHICAGO –The Illinois Accountability Commission, housed in the Illinois Department o…

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December 18, 2025 at 10:10 PM

ICC issues decision on Ameren rate reconciliation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 18, 2025 PRESS CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] issues decision on Ameren rate reconciliationSpringfield, Il – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) struck $11.2 million from Ameren Illinois’ $59.6 million mul…

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December 18, 2025 at 8:57 PM

ICC issues decision on ComEd rate reconciliation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 18, 2025 PRESS CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] issues decision on ComEd rate reconciliationChicago, Il – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) struck $25.4 million from ComEd’s $268.5 million 2024 rate reconc…

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December 18, 2025 at 6:11 PM

State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $100,000 in Missing Money to Illinois Food Pantries

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDec. 18, 2025Media Contacts:Eric Krol (312) 814-1252Adriana Colindres (217) 558-1920State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $100,000 in Missing Money to Illinois Food PantriesBolingbrook Nonprofit That Twice Saw Thieves Steal Catalytic Converters off Dona…

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December 17, 2025 at 9:07 PM

**MEDIA ADVISORY**

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 17, 2025 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252     **MEDIA ADVISORY**State Treasurer Michael Frerichs to Return $100,000 in Missing Money to Illinois Food PantriesBolingbrook Nonprofit That Twice Saw Thieves Steal Catalytic Converters off Donation Trucks R…

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December 17, 2025 at 6:09 PM

IDPH Reaffirms Science-Based Recommendation for All Newborns to Receive Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 17, 2025CONTACT:[email protected] Reaffirms Science-Based Recommendation for All Newborns to Receive Hepatitis B Vaccine at BirthGuidance upholds longstanding best practice to prevent potentially deadly infections in newbornsKEY POINTS …

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December 17, 2025 at 4:54 PM

Applications now open for IDNR Volunteer Fire Assistance grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025Media contact: [email protected] now open for IDNR Volunteer Fire Assistance grantsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) grants…

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December 16, 2025 at 9:04 PM

More Seniors Now Eligible for Property Tax Relief Under New Illinois Law

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release December 16, 2025 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777More Seniors Now Eligible for Property Tax Relief Under New Illinois LawChicago - The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding senior homeowners of the Senior Citizens Real Estat…

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December 16, 2025 at 7:45 PM

Ring in the new year with a First Day Hike at an Illinois state park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025Media contact: [email protected] in the new year with a First Day Hike at an Illinois state parkSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites residents to step into 2026 with a First Day Hike at an …

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December 16, 2025 at 6:25 PM

IDNR Canadian waterfowl habitat restoration and preservation grant now open

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025Media contact: [email protected] Canadian waterfowl habitat restoration and preservation grant now openSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting grant applications for habitat restoration a…

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December 16, 2025 at 4:26 PM

More than 81,000 deer harvest during Illinois firearm deer season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025Media contact: [email protected] than 81,000 deer harvest during Illinois firearm deer seasonSPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois took a preliminary total of 81,225 deer during the seven-day 2025 Illinois firearm deer season that…

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December 16, 2025 at 2:29 PM

Get Covered Illinois Extends First Open Enrollment Deadline

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday December 16, 2025  MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] Get Covered Illinois Extends First Open Enrollment Deadline Illinoisans Now Have Until December 31 to Enroll in Health Coverage that Begins January 1 CHICAGO — Get Covered Illinois announce…

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December 15, 2025 at 8:22 PM

Illinois Student Assistance Commission Announces 2026-27 Illinois State Scholars

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 15, 2025    Contact: Vera [email protected] Student Assistance Commission Announces 2026-27 Illinois State ScholarsNearly 19,200 Students from 686 Schools Recognized for their Exceptional Academic Accom…

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December 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM

Illinois Conservation Foundation releases 2025 state park ornament featuring Lincoln’s New Salem in Menard County

Illinois e-News Release**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**Contact Information:Illinois Conservation FoundationJenny [email protected] Conservation Foundation releases 2025 state park ornament featuring Lincoln’s New Salem in Menard CountySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Conservation…

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December 15, 2025 at 5:11 PM

IDPH Releases First-Ever Report on Alcohol Use in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 15, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected] Releases First-Ever Report on Alcohol Use in IllinoisComprehensive report uses data from multiple sources to show the health and safety effects of alcohol in the stateKEY POINTS FOR MEDIA:Comprehensiv…

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December 12, 2025 at 7:02 PM

IGB Previews Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino’s Redevelopment Proposal During Final 2025 Meeting

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:         December 12, 2025For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Previews Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino’s Redevelopment Proposal During Final 2025 Meeting Licensees Reminded of Advertising and Marketing Complianc…

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December 11, 2025 at 3:52 PM

Treasurer Frerichs Encourages the Gift of Education This Holiday Season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 11, 2025Treasurer Frerichs Encourages the Gift of Education This Holiday SeasonCollege Savings Phone App Offers an Easy Way to Give to a Loved One’s Bright Start 529 Account Struggling to find the right holiday gift for a child? Illinois State Tre…

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December 10, 2025 at 10:46 PM

State Announces 2025 Illinois Human Rights Award Recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernment—Wednesday, December 10, 2025State Announces 2025 Illinois Human Rights Award RecipientsAward ceremony commemorates International Human Rights Day: "Our Everyday Essentials"CHIGAGO – Deputy Governor of Health and Human Services (HHS), Grace Hou, and Director of Illin…

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December 10, 2025 at 9:26 PM

Despite Enormous Trade Losses, Trump’s Aid to Illinois Farmers Cut in Half

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 10, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] Enormous Trade Losses, Trump’s Aid to Illinois Farmers Cut in HalfSpringfield, IL — History is repeating itself as President Donald Trump announces a tariff aid package in response to his self-ma…

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December 10, 2025 at 8:10 PM

Stay Merry and Safe: Fire Safety Comes First This Holiday Season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseDate: December 10, 2025Contact: JC [email protected] Merry and Safe: Fire Safety Comes First This Holiday SeasonIn 2024, 12 people in Illinois lost their lives in fire related incidents during the holiday seasonSpringfield, Ill - A…

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December 10, 2025 at 6:44 PM

Illinois Unemployment Rate Stable, Payroll Nearly Unchanged in September

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: December 10, 2025 CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco  [email protected]  Illinois Unemployment Rate Stable, Payroll Nearly Unchanged in SeptemberRelease of September Data Delayed Due to 43-Day Federal Government ShutdownSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Departmen…

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December 9, 2025 at 7:09 PM

Government Alliance for Safe Communities and UCAN Capacity Building Network Launches to Fortify Chicago-Area Violence Prevention Efforts

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 9, 2025CONTACT: Cristin EvansIllinois Criminal Justice Information [email protected] Alliance for Safe Communities and UCAN Capacity Building Network Launches to Fortify Chicago-Area Violence Prevention EffortsCHICAGO–A…

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