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September 5, 2025 at 5:19 PM

OSFM Announces $6 Million in Funding for The Small Equipment Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: September 5, 2025Contact: JC [email protected] OSFM Announces $6 Million in Funding for The Small Equipment Grant ProgramAll interested department should apply online no later than November 14Springfield, Ill- The Office of the …
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September 5, 2025 at 2:59 PM

New Affordable Housing Development Revitalizes East St. Louis

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseFriday, September 5, 2025Contact:Andrew [email protected] Affordable Housing Development Revitalizes East St. LouisGrand opening of Winstanley Park brings 38 modern residences, community resources, and a renewed vision for the neighborhoodEAST ST. LO…
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September 4, 2025 at 5:12 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice opens Monarch Youth Center in Lincoln to serve youth in central Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2025 CONTACT: Dominique [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice opens Monarch Youth Center in Lincoln to serve youth in central IllinoisLINCOLN – Today the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) cele…
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September 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM

New Funding Available to Address Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2025 Kim Biggs, Illinois [email protected] Funding Available to Address Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged CommunitiesIllinois EPA grant funding focuses on projects addressing PFAS and ManganeseSpringfield …
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September 3, 2025 at 4:10 PM

IDPH Marks 60 Years of Newborn Screening Efforts in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 3, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected] Marks 60 Years of Newborn Screening Efforts in IllinoisProgram now offers early diagnosis and intervention for more than 50 conditions, reaching over 100,000 Illinois newborns annually KEY POINTS FOR …
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September 3, 2025 at 2:14 PM

Ghost Joins MTU 7 as Central Illinois' Newest Therapy K9

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 3, [email protected] Joins MTU 7 as Central Illinois' Newest Therapy K9Abandoned Puppy Becomes Beacon of SupportSPRINGFIELD, IL – A remarkable journey has brought a 10-month-old Labrador mix named Ghost to Mobile Training Uni…
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September 2, 2025 at 7:57 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Opposes Federal Rollback of Minimum Wage Protections

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       September 2, 2025       Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719       [email protected] Department of Labor Opposes Federal Rollback of Minimum Wage ProtectionsHome healthcare workers are the latest target of administration’s proposed ruleSPR…
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September 2, 2025 at 3:44 PM

September Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Sept. 2, 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 fo…
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September 2, 2025 at 2:46 PM

DoIT’s Office of Supplier Diversity Launches New IT Vendor Education Series with Free Webinar on State Contracting Disclosures

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  September 2, 2025 FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected]’s Office of Supplier Diversity Launches New IT Vendor Education Series with Free Webinar on State Contracting DisclosuresSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of…
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September 1, 2025 at 2:04 PM

IDOL Marks Labor Day with Report Highlighting Wages, Worker Rights and Workplace Safety

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       September 1, 2025       Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Marks Labor Day with Report Highlighting Wages, Worker Rights and Workplace SafetySPRINGFIELD – This Labor Day, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is honoring t…
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August 29, 2025 at 9:35 PM

Have Fun and Stay Safe This Labor Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE8/29/2025CONTACT:[email protected] Fun and Stay Safe This Labor DayLabor Day is almost here. Our goal is to keep people safe by raising awareness about the risks of overconsumption this weekend. The key is to know your limits; dr…
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August 29, 2025 at 3:13 PM

IDFPR Announces Cemetery Relief Fund Grants to Help Restore Abandoned and Neglected Cemeteries

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:August 29, 2025Contact: Chris [email protected] Announces Cemetery Relief Fund Grants to Help Restore Abandoned and Neglected CemeteriesCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced tod…
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August 28, 2025 at 5:46 PM

Lowering of Flags

Illinois e-News ReleaseLowering of FlagsThe 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:The lives lost and affected in Minneapolis, Minnesot…
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August 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments Teams to Visit Cook, Will, Boone, and McHenry Counties in Early September

Illinois e-News ReleasePublic Information Officer Haley Williams217-441-1480/[email protected] Public Information Officer Melissa Hahn217-502-3543 /[email protected] 28, 2025Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments Teams to Visit Cook, Will, Boone, and McHenry Counties in E…
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August 28, 2025 at 3:24 PM

GOVERNOR PRITZKER ANNOUNCES ROAD REPAIR INVESTMENT FOR DU QUOIN STATE FAIRGROUNDS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 28, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] PRITZKER ANNOUNCES ROAD REPAIR INVESTMENT FOR DU QUOIN STATE FAIRGROUNDSDU QUOIN, IL – Governor JB Pritzker announces a $16.4 million investment in road repairs on the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, b…
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August 28, 2025 at 2:49 PM

Treasurer Frerichs Makes Record $1.57 Billion In Investment Earnings for State Portfolio During FY25

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 28, 2025Contact: Eric Krol (312) 814-1252Treasurer Frerichs Makes Record $1.57 Billion In Investment Earnings for State Portfolio During FY25Nearly $1 billion for cities, school districts through Illinois FundsThe State Treasurer’s Office made a rec…
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August 26, 2025 at 9:46 PM

IDNR recognizes 2025 outstanding volunteers of the year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025Media contact: [email protected] recognizes 2025 outstanding volunteers of the yearSPRINGFIELD – Eleven individuals and organizations have been recognized as 2025 outstanding volunteers of the year for their contributions to c…
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August 26, 2025 at 8:37 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Record-Breaking Tourism Achievements in 2024

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernor Pritzker Announces Record-Breaking Tourism Achievements in 2024Investments in Illinois’ Tourism Industry Drive Growth and Bolster Economic Development  CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO) Offi…
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August 26, 2025 at 5:41 PM

ICYMI OSFM Grants and Loans Boost Southern Illinois Fire Departments with Critical Funding

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: August 26, 2025 Contact: JC [email protected] ICYMI OSFM Grants and Loans Boost Southern Illinois Fire Departments with Critical FundingAround $1.5 Million in Funding through Grant and Loan Programs to Shawneetown, Carrier Mill …
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August 25, 2025 at 9:19 PM

Honoring Patriot Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Patriot DayThe 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 of:Patriot DayPlease lower the United States flags an…
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August 25, 2025 at 3:09 PM

Governor Pritzker and Illinois Department of Revenue Encourage Families and Teachers to Take Advantage of Valuable Tax Credits

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 25, 2025 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Governor Pritzker and Illinois Department of Revenue Encourage Families and Teachers to Take Advantage of Valuable Tax CreditsCHICAGO – As students across Illinois return to the classroom, G…
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August 22, 2025 at 8:16 PM

See You at the Du Quoin State Fair!

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE8/22/2025CONTACT:[email protected] You at the Du Quoin State Fair!The Du Quoin State Fair is back this summer with family-friendly fun, carnival rides, food, and entertainment for all ages.Did you know the Du Quoin State Fair bega…
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August 22, 2025 at 3:13 PM

VISIT ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2025    CONTACT:  [email protected] VISIT ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIRDU QUOIN, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair celebrates Illinois agriculture – the state’s number one industry – and there’s no better way to experience …
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August 21, 2025 at 10:29 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation Following Severe Storms and Flooding in Multiple Illinois Counties

Illinois e-News ReleasePublic Information Officer Haley Williams217-441-1480/ [email protected] 21, 2025Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation Following Severe Storms and Flooding in Multiple Illinois CountiesSPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker today issued a state disaster procla…
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August 21, 2025 at 9:34 PM

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns WW II Purple Heart, Bronze Star to Late Chicago Soldier’s Family in Downstate Marion

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 21, 2025 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns WW II Purple Heart, Bronze Star to Late Chicago Soldier’s Family in Downstate MarionOperation Purple Heart Finds 16th Family Whose Military Honors Were Missin…
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August 21, 2025 at 4:09 PM

Du Quoin State Fair Announces Limited-Time Flash Sale on Jake Owen Grandstand Concert Tickets

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2025 CONTACT: [email protected] Du Quoin State Fair Announces Limited-Time Flash Sale on Jake Owen Grandstand Concert TicketsDu Quoin State Fair Announces Limited-Time Flash Sale on Jake Owen Grandstand Concert TicketsDu Quoin, IL – The …
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August 21, 2025 at 3:10 PM

IDPH to Offer Information, Services, Giveaways at Du Quoin State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected] to Offer Information, Services, Giveaways at Du Quoin State Fair IDPH staffers will be on hand each day of the Du Quoin State FairKEY POINTS FOR MEDIA:IDPH staffers will be on hand each day of the Du Qu…
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August 20, 2025 at 8:47 PM

Illinois Spotlights Groundbreaking Therapy K-9 Program at International Conference, Featuring Cook County Sheriff's Tails of Redemption

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 20, [email protected] Spotlights Groundbreaking Therapy K-9 Program at International Conference, Featuring Cook County Sheriff's Tails of RedemptionInnovating Crisis Intervention Training One Paw at a TimeSPRINGFIELD, IL – Il…
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August 20, 2025 at 6:07 PM

ICJIA RELEASES 2025-2029 STATEWIDE VIOLENCE PREVENTION PLAN

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE           August 20, 2025                CONTACT: Cristin EvansCell: 773-615-6243Email: [email protected] RELEASES 2025-2029 STATEWIDE VIOLENCE PREVENTION PLANPlan takes a public health approach to preventing violence in communities across I…
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August 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM

2025 ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR HOSTS INTERNATIONAL BUYERS FROM SIX COUNTRIES

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] 2025 ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR HOSTS INTERNATIONAL BUYERS FROM SIX COUNTRIESSPRINGFIELD, IL – In an effort to forge relationships and increase export sales of agricultural products, the Illinois Department of A…
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August 20, 2025 at 3:13 PM

FREE ENTERTAINMENT AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] FREE ENTERTAINMENT AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIRDU QUOIN, IL – Fairgoers at the 2025 Du Quoin State Fair will find no shortage of free entertainment throughout the grounds. With free admission and a wide var…
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August 19, 2025 at 1:12 PM

Governor Pritzker and IBHE Announce New Statewide Direct College Admissions Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseContact: José García | [email protected] IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 19, 2025Governor Pritzker and IBHE Announce New Statewide Direct College Admissions ProgramOne Click College Admit takes the stress and fees out of admission to state institutionsCHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pri…
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August 18, 2025 at 8:20 PM

DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES FREE ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS IN BEER TENT

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 18, 2025CONTACT:[email protected] QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES FREE ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS IN BEER TENTDu Quoin, IL – In addition to a diverse Grandstand lineup featuring country and rock bands, the Du Quoin State Fair announces the entertainm…
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August 18, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Disaster Preparedness Is an Important Part of Back-to-School Planning

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseAug. 18, 2025Director Theodore (Ted) BergerPublic Information Officer Haley Williams217-441-1480/[email protected] Preparedness Is an Important Part of Back-to-School Planning SPRINGFIELD–Whether it’s a severe weather event, power for telecommuni…
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August 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM

Beat the Heat on the Final Day of the Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                        Contact:                                    August 17, 2025                                                                      [email protected] the Heat on the Final Day of the Illinois…
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August 15, 2025 at 9:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Child Welfare Disclosure Act Giving Birth Parents a Stronger Voice in Child Welfare

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     August 15, 2025                                                                                      Contact: Heather [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Child Welfare Disclosure Act Giving Birth Parents a Stronger Voice in Child We…
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August 15, 2025 at 2:50 PM

DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES TRACK SCHEDULES

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES TRACK SCHEDULESDu Quoin, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair has an extensive array of entertainment planned for the mile and half mile tracks.The mile track will host three days of…
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August 14, 2025 at 5:22 PM

Illinois Unemployment Rate Holds Steady, Payroll Jobs Nearly Unchanged in July

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: August 14, 2025 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected]  Illinois Unemployment Rate Holds Steady, Payroll Jobs Nearly Unchanged in JulySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that total nonfarm pa…
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August 14, 2025 at 2:13 PM

Du Quoin State Fair Announces Twilight Parade Grand Marshal and Theme

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 14, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] Quoin State Fair Announces Twilight Parade Grand Marshal and Theme DU QUOIN, IL –– Governor JB Pritzker announced that Dr. Glenn Poshard will serve as Grand Marshal for the 2025 Du Quoin State Fair Twil…
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August 14, 2025 at 1:39 AM

GOVERNOR'S SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN FUTURE AGRICULTURAL LEADERS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseAugust 13, 2025Contact:[email protected]'S SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN FUTURE AGRICULTURAL LEADERSGovernor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker Donate $105,000SPRINGFIELD, IL – The annual Governor's Sale of Champions at the Illinois State…
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August 13, 2025 at 4:17 PM

Youth in IDJJ custody earn vocational certifications

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2025 CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] in IDJJ custody earn vocational certifications From solar installation to culinary arts, youth build skills in high demand careers with the help of community partnersCHICAGO, IL- T…
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August 13, 2025 at 2:17 PM

IDNR to host chronic wasting disease public meetings across northern and west-central Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025Media contact: [email protected] to host chronic wasting disease public meetings across northern and west-central IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host public meetings throughout…
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August 12, 2025 at 8:14 PM

DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES FINAL 2025 GRANDSTAND LINEUP

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES FINAL 2025 GRANDSTAND LINEUPDu Quoin, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand is revving up for a full-throttle season. Alongside exciting harness racing and high-octane ARCA…
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August 12, 2025 at 5:50 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $195 Million Investment from AbbVie to Expand Manufacturing Footprint in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, August 12, 2025 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces $195 Million Investment from AbbVie to Expand Manufacturing Footprint in IllinoisExpanded manufacturing plant solidifies AbbVie’s long-term commitment to Illinois; su…
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August 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM

MEGAN MORONEY CONCERT BREAKS ILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND ATTENDANCE RECORD

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 11, 2025 Contact: [email protected] MORONEY CONCERT BREAKS ILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND ATTENDANCE RECORDSPRINGFIELD, IL – In her signature white Lane boots, multi-platinum superstar, critically adored singer/songwriter, in-demand hea…
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August 11, 2025 at 7:44 PM

Get Covered Illinois Transitions to a State-Based Marketplace this November

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 11, 2025MEDIA [email protected] Covered Illinois Transitions to a State-Based Marketplace this NovemberGet Covered Illinois’ marketplace will replace Healthcare.gov for Illinoisans, improving access to quality affordable h…
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August 11, 2025 at 2:12 PM

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES 2025 TWILIGHT PARADE WINNERS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 11, 2025 Contact:[email protected] STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES 2025 TWILIGHT PARADE WINNERSSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair celebrates the following winners from the 2025 Twilight Parade held Thursday evening. Marching Band Contest…
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August 8, 2025 at 8:35 PM

Loan Applications for All Cannabis Social Equity Licensees Set to Open August 11th

Illinois e-News ReleaseLoan Applications for All Cannabis Social Equity Licensees Set to Open August 11thThird round of Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program will provide $40 million in forgivable loans  CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (D…
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August 8, 2025 at 7:31 PM

ILETSB to Develop Certification Program for Law Enforcement Therapy Dog Teams

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 6, 2025   CONTACT [email protected] ILETSB to Develop Certification Program for Law Enforcement Therapy Dog TeamsPutting Our Best Paw Forward to Support Illinois CommunitiesSPRINGFIELD, IL – Today, the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Sta…
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August 8, 2025 at 1:14 PM

Know Before You Go to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 8, 2025 Contact: [email protected] Before You Go to the Illinois State Fair GrandstandSPRINGFIELD, IL – Headed to the Grandstand? The Illinois State Fair is offering a few important reminders to know before you go. These updated safety p…