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April 22, 2025 at 9:28 PM

PrEP HIV Prevention Now Available Directly from Illinois Pharmacists

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 22, 2025CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov PrEP HIV Prevention Now Available Directly from Illinois PharmacistsStanding order from IDPH will make lifesaving HIV prevention drugs more accessibleSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Depa…

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April 22, 2025 at 8:53 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces 25 Awards to Revitalize Main Streets and Downtowns Across Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, April 22, 2025 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces 25 Awards to Revitalize Main Streets and Downtowns Across IllinoisJACKSONVILLE – Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportuni…

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April 22, 2025 at 7:25 PM

April is Hazardous Materials Safety Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseApril 22, 2025Interim Director Adnan G. Khayyat Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] is Hazardous Materials Safety MonthSpringfield–Annually, Illinois adds more than 100 new, active Tier 2 chemical facilities and the Illin…

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April 18, 2025 at 8:12 PM

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE4/18/2025CONTACT:[email protected] is Alcohol Awareness MonthEstablished in 1987 by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), Alcohol Awareness Month has become a way for the community to support those effe…

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April 17, 2025 at 7:13 PM

ILLINOIS WHEAT CHECKOFF REFERENDUM PASSES

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected] ILLINOIS WHEAT CHECKOFF REFERENDUM PASSESSPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois wheat producers approved a measure to bring a wheat check-off program to the State of Illinois. By a vote of 207 to 69, producers passed a …

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April 17, 2025 at 5:29 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Climb to Record High

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: April 17, 2025 CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | 217.524.1219 [email protected] Illinois Payroll Jobs Climb to Record HighNonfarm Payrolls Surpass Previous Record, Unemployment Rate UnchangedSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announ…

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April 15, 2025 at 3:11 PM

IL OSHA Provides Resource for Fire Departments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       April 15, 2025       Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719       [email protected] OSHA Provides Resource for Fire DepartmentsSample standard operating guideline designed for safe, assertive, and effective operationsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois De…

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April 14, 2025 at 10:12 PM

Illinois EPA Notifies 47 Community Water Systems of Right-to-Know Requirements Triggered by Recent Rulemaking

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, April 14, 2025   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Notifies 47 Community Water Systems of Right-to-Know Requirements Triggered by Recent RulemakingPFAS Chemicals Detected in Groundwater; Systems, Private Well O…

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April 14, 2025 at 9:41 PM

Governor Pritzker Awards More Than $19 Million Through the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernor Pritzker Awards More Than $19 Million Through the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program Grant funding supports the state’s continued effort to build a pipeline of talent and increase access to good-paying jobs for historically underrepresented populations CHICAGO …

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April 14, 2025 at 7:06 PM

Honoring Illinois' Fallen

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Illinois' FallenThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice fromGovernor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of:United States Army Staff Serg…

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April 14, 2025 at 6:10 PM

IDPH Updates School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard with Data From 2024-25 School Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2025         CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected]@isbe.net  IDPH Updates School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard with Data From 2024-25 School YearDashboard utilizes data collected by the Illinois State Board …

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April 14, 2025 at 2:06 PM

Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission to host public hearing in Belleville

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 14, 2025Media Contact: [email protected] African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission to host public hearing in BellevilleSPRINGFIELD, IL – The State of Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC) announces the fi…

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April 14, 2025 at 1:54 PM

Northern Illinois University’s Project Flex Hosts On-campus Basketball Tournament for Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice Youth

Illinois e-News ReleaseNorthern Illinois University’s Project Flex Hosts On-campus Basketball Tournament for Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice YouthDEKALB, IL – Last month, Northern Illinois University (NIU) hosted a basketball tournament for youth from each of the five Illinois Department of …

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April 11, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Illinois Celebrates Major Medicaid Milestone: 60 years of Providing Critical Healthcare Coverage

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  April 11, 2025           CONTACT:[email protected] Celebrates Major Medicaid Milestone: 60 years of Providing Critical Healthcare CoverageAs HFS celebrates Medicaid Awareness Month in April, the Department is reflecting on how the vital …

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April 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM

Chronic wasting disease detected in four additional Illinois counties

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, April 11, 2025Media contact: [email protected] wasting disease detected in four additional Illinois countiesPutnam, Marshall, Adams and Peoria counties added to state’s CWD listSPRINGFIELD – Chronic wasting disease, or CWD, has been dete…

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April 11, 2025 at 3:19 PM

OSFM and ISP Honor and Celebrate Illinois Telecommunicators During National Telecommunicators Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: April 11, 2025 OSFM Contact: JC [email protected] Contact: ISP Public Information [email protected] and ISP Honor and Celebrate Illinois Telecommunicators During National Telecommunicators WeekIn 2024, ISP telecomm…

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April 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM

2024 Menard County Final Multiplier Announced

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseDate: 10-Apr-2025Letter ID: L1474024872Contact: Maura Kownacki312.814.17772024 Menard County Final Multiplier AnnouncedSPRINGFIELD, IL, - Menard County has been issued a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, di…

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April 10, 2025 at 12:11 PM

GRAMMY®?AWARD-WINNING DUO THE CHAINSMOKERS TO PLAY THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 15

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release April 10, 2025 Contact :Lori Harlan [email protected]®?AWARD-WINNING DUO THE CHAINSMOKERS TO PLAY THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 15SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is thrilled to announce that The Chainsmokers, GRAMMY® Award-winni…

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April 9, 2025 at 6:06 PM

IDPH Rolls Out New Measles Simulator Dashboard to Empower School Officials to Protect Students and Staff from Outbreaks

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 9, 2025      CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov  IDPH Rolls Out New Measles Simulator Dashboard to Empower School Officials to Protect Students and Staff from OutbreaksNew Measles Dashboard Makes it Easier for General Publ…

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April 9, 2025 at 3:33 PM

Illinois youth turkey hunters set new harvest record

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, April 9, 2025Media contact: [email protected] youth turkey hunters set new harvest recordSPRINGFIELD – Illinois youth turkey hunters harvested a preliminary record total of 2,091 birds during the 2025 youth turkey season, breaking th…

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April 9, 2025 at 2:06 PM

IDPH and IDOC Team Up to Host Second Chance “Summit of Hope” in Peoria to Support Returning Citizens

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 9, 2025      CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov  IDPH and IDOC Team Up to Host Second Chance “Summit of Hope” in Peoria to Support Returning CitizensEvent at the Peoria Civic Center offers job opportunities and essential s…

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April 7, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Illinois EPA Celebrates Earth Month by Recognizing Young Environmentalists through Annual Poster, Poetry, and Prose Contest

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 7, 2025 Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Celebrates Earth Month by Recognizing Young Environmentalists through Annual Poster, Poetry, and Prose ContestStudents Recognized for Creativity on the Topic of Wast…

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April 7, 2025 at 7:11 PM

Department of Revenue Reminds Taxpayers that April 15 Filing Deadline is Quickly Approaching

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release April 7, 2025 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Department of Revenue Reminds Taxpayers that April 15 Filing Deadline is Quickly Approaching Eligible Illinois Taxpayers Can Use IRS’ Direct File Program this YearCHICAGO –The Illinois Depart…

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April 4, 2025 at 3:44 PM

As spring sets in, IDNR issues reminder to avoid handling wild animals and birds

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, April 4, 2025Media contact: [email protected] spring sets in, IDNR issues reminder to avoid handling wild animals and birdsSPRINGFIELD – As spring sets in and more people head outside, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is re…

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April 3, 2025 at 4:27 PM

IDNR invites waterfowl hunters to open house meetings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, April 3, 2025Media contact: [email protected] invites waterfowl hunters to open house meetingsPublic meetings to be held statewide to gather input on waterfowl seasonsSPRINGFIELD – Waterfowl hunters are encouraged to attend one of the Ill…

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April 2, 2025 at 9:20 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collections by Local Governments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 2, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collections by Local Governments$600,000 Available to Conduct Household Waste Collection and DisposalSPRINGFIELD …

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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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