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August 9, 2022 at 6:10 PM

ICE CREAM SOCIAL KICK STARTS HARNESS RACING ON OPENING DAY

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 9, 2022 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283ICE CREAM SOCIAL KICK STARTS HARNESS RACING ON OPENING DAYFirst 100 Kids Receive a Stick HorseSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will host harness racing to kick off the 2022 grandstand…
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August 9, 2022 at 3:06 PM

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR TO OFFER ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 8, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR TO OFFER ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONCharging Station provided through Sunrun SponsorshipSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair along with Governor JB Pritzker, announced that…
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August 9, 2022 at 2:05 PM

Veterans and Gold Star Families Day at the 2022 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                              CONTACT: Maureen S. Hartigan312-814-7260 - Office 773-590-9848 - Cell [email protected] and Gold Star Families Day at the 2022 Illinois State FairFree admission for veterans and immediate family on Sunday,…
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August 8, 2022 at 9:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 8, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and CommissionsILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEESAnthony Byrd will serve as a Trustee of the Illinois State University Board of Trustee…
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August 8, 2022 at 8:39 PM

Pritzker Administration Approaching $1 Billion in Capital Investments for 24/7 State Facilities through Rebuild Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 8, 2022 CONTACT:Lauren [email protected] Pritzker Administration Approaching $1 Billion in Capital Investments for 24/7 State Facilities through Rebuild Illinois Funding supports the construction, expansion, and renovation of sta…
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August 8, 2022 at 3:03 PM

TREAT YOUR TASTE BUDS TO FOOD FROM AROUND THE WORLD WITH SMALL PLATES, BIG TASTES

Illinois e-News Release For Immediate Release August 8, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546 TREAT YOUR TASTE BUDS TO FOOD FROM AROUND THE WORLD WITH SMALL PLATES, BIG TASTESFeeding Frenzy Food Special Returns for 2022SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Village of Cultures has become a staple at the Illinois…
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August 5, 2022 at 8:49 PM

Public Health Officials Announce 30,762 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 5, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Public Health Officials Announce 30,762 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCDC Reports 93 Illinois Counties at High or Medium Community Level; Public Health Officials Urge Illinoisans to G…
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August 5, 2022 at 8:21 PM

Invasive silver carp removed from Lake Calumet

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Aug. 5, 2022ContactsGarrett Peterson, [email protected], 612-716-9760Jayette Bolinski, [email protected], 217-785-3953 Invasive silver carp removed from Lake CalumetCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) an…
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August 5, 2022 at 7:52 PM

MEDIA ADVISORY - IDPH PRESS CONFERENCE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] ADVISORY - IDPH PRESS CONFERENCEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] MEDIA ADVISORY: IDPH PRESS CONFERENCEWhat: IDPH Director to join Champaign Cou…
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August 5, 2022 at 7:50 PM

MEDIA ADVISORY - IDPH PRESS CONFERENCE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] ADVISORY - IDPH PRESS CONFERENCEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] MEDIA ADVISORY: IDPH PRESS CONFERENCEWhat: IDPH Director to join Champaign Cou…
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August 5, 2022 at 7:09 PM

Federal Court Orders Shakman Decree to be Vacated, Citing Gov. Pritzker’s ‘Extraordinary’ and ‘Durable’ Reforms

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Court Orders Shakman Decree to be Vacated, Citing Gov. Pritzker’s ‘Extraordinary’ and ‘Durable’ ReformsCHICAGO — The U.S. Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals today ordered the lower court to …
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August 5, 2022 at 7:03 PM

JESSE WHITE TO SERVE AS GRAND MARSHAL FOR STATE FAIR TWILIGHT PARADE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                     Contact: August 5, 2022                                                                    Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546 JESSE WHITE TO SERVE AS GRAND MARSHAL FOR STATE FAIR TWILIGHT PARADESPRINGFIELD, IL…
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August 5, 2022 at 3:25 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings over next three months

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, August 4, 2022  CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings over next three months CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) will host monthly screening eve…
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August 5, 2022 at 3:03 PM

$2 Tuesday at the Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                   Contact:August 5, 2022                                                                                  Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546$2 Tuesday at the Illinois State FairDISCOUNT ADMISSION B…
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August 4, 2022 at 6:58 PM

IDFPR, Illinois Attorney General Warn of New Scam Targeting Banking Consumers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                               Contact: Chris SlabyAugust 4, 2022                                                              [email protected], Illinois Attorney General Warn of New Scam Targeting Bankin…
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August 4, 2022 at 6:02 PM

Illinois Aviation System Plan released, provides blueprint for airport growth

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 4, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Illinois Aviation System Plan released, provides blueprint for airport growth Study is the first on state’s aviation goals and needs in more than 25 yearsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois…
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August 4, 2022 at 5:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Medicaid Reimbursement Increases and Expanded Title X Funds for Reproductive Health Care Providers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, August 4, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Medicaid Reimbursement Increases and Expanded Title X Funds for Reproductive Health Care ProvidersCHICAGO –Today Governor Pritzker announced an increase in Medicaid reimb…
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August 4, 2022 at 4:04 PM

Wise Plastics Recognized for Second Time with National Safety Award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 4, 2022 Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Plastics Recognized for Second Time with National Safety Award Company’s work with IL OSHA leads to SHARP designationSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) and …
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August 4, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Governor Pritzker Kicks Off Back To School Tax Holiday August 5 – August 14

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, August 4, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Kicks Off Back To School Tax Holiday August 5 – August 14 Tax holiday is estimated to save Illinois families $50 millionCHICAGO — Governor Pritzker joined lawmakers and stakeho…
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August 4, 2022 at 2:21 PM

IDOA SENDS NOTICES OF REVOCATION TO DOG DEALERS OPERATING IN VIOLATION OF THE ANIMAL WELFARE ACT

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                          CONTACT: August 4, 2022                                                                                Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283IDOA SENDS NOTICES OF REVOCATION TO DOG DEALERS OPERATING IN VIOLAT…
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August 3, 2022 at 8:33 PM

Critical Illinois Workforce Programs Receive $33 Million in Highly-Competitive American Rescue Plan Good Jobs Challenge Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Date: August 3, 2022DCEO Contact:[email protected] EDA ContactJohn [email protected] Illinois Workforce Programs Receive $33 Million in Highly-Competitive American Rescue Plan Good Jobs Challenge GrantsAmerican Rescue Plan Good Jobs Chal…
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August 3, 2022 at 7:32 PM

Illinois, multi-state partnership announce Lake Michigan EV Circuit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 3, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Illinois, multi-state partnership announce Lake Michigan EV CircuitStates will collaborate to enable electric vehicle travel along 1,100-mile shorelineSPRINGFIELD –The state of Ill…
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August 3, 2022 at 6:57 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $17.5 Million in Funding to Renovate Rend Lake Resort in Southern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 3, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces $17.5 Million in Funding to Renovate Rend Lake Resort in Southern IllinoisRenovations to the Rend Lake Resort conference center, restaurant, cabins, pool, and boatel…
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August 3, 2022 at 6:37 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation for St. Clair and Washington Counties Due to Severe Weather and Flooding

Illinois e-News ReleaseAugust 3, 2022 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation for St. Clair and Washington Counties Due to Severe Weather and FloodingSpringfield – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illi…
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August 3, 2022 at 4:10 PM

Gov. Pritzker and Tyson Foods, Inc. Break Ground on Caseyville Expansion

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 3, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker and Tyson Foods, Inc. Break Ground on Caseyville Expansion Tyson to invest $180 million and create 250 new jobs at expanded Caseyville facilityCASEYVILLE — Governor JB Pritzker jo…
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August 3, 2022 at 3:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $21 Million in Funding for Infrastructure Projects in Cahokia Heights

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 3, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $21 Million in Funding for Infrastructure Projects in Cahokia Heights$9.9 million grant for wastewater improvements will increase collection efficiency, preventing flood…
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August 2, 2022 at 8:57 PM

IEMA Encourages People to Be Aware, Be Prepared as heavy rain and flash flooding continue statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseAugust 2, 2022Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Encourages People to Be Aware, Be Prepared as heavy rain and flash flooding continue statewideSPRINGFIELD – Several significant storms will impact Illinois this week, bringing a potenti…
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August 2, 2022 at 8:34 PM

Illinois recognizes Child Support Awareness Month with Resource Day event for families, charitable fundraiser

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUG. 2, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] recognizes Child Support Awareness Month with Resource Day event for families, charitable fundraiserSPRINGFIELD – Illinois is marking Child Support Awareness Month this August with a Family Resource D…
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August 2, 2022 at 8:05 PM

IDFPR Calls for Federal Student Loan Servicers to Prioritize the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                                           Contact: Chris SlabyAugust 2, 2022                                                                         [email protected] Calls for Federal Student Loan Servic…
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August 1, 2022 at 9:18 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 1, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to BoardsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his administration:TEA…
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August 1, 2022 at 8:43 PM

Governor Pritzker Issues Monkeypox Virus Public Health Emergency Declaration to Coordinate Statewide Response

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 1, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Issues Monkeypox Virus Public Health Emergency Declaration to Coordinate Statewide ResponseCHICAGO—Governor Pritzker issued a proclamation today declaring the monkeypox virus a p…
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August 1, 2022 at 6:02 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Finalizes Domestic Worker Rules

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2022 Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Finalizes Domestic Worker RulesClarifies compensable hours, record keeping, standards for meals and lodgingSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Lab…
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August 1, 2022 at 4:33 PM

Jesse White Encourages Organ/Tissue Donation for Virtual National Minority Donor Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                         For More Information Contact:August 1, 2022                                                                         Beth Kaufman-312-814-8301                                                         …
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August 1, 2022 at 2:34 PM

Illinois EPA Director Seals Taylorville Kroger Grocery Store Due to Asbestos Contamination and Refers The Kroger Co. and SSI Services, LLC to the Illinois Attorney General’s Office for Enforcement

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 29, 2021 Contact: Kim [email protected] Illinois EPA Director Seals Taylorville Kroger Grocery Store Due to Asbestos Contamination and Refers The Kroger Co. and SSI Services, LLC to the Illinois Attorney General’s Office for Enf…
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August 1, 2022 at 5:01 AM

Illinois Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 15

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 1, 2022 CONTACT:Iris [email protected] Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 15SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Adults aged 60 and older will receive free admission to the Illinois State Fair on Mond…
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July 29, 2022 at 6:24 PM

IDOC Encourages Applications to the Northwestern Prison Education Program (NPEP) for the 2022-2023 Academic Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2022 CONTACT:Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] Karter, [email protected] Encourages Applications to the Northwestern Prison Education Program (NPEP) for the 2022-2023 Academic YearNPEP Will Consider Applicants from ID…
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July 29, 2022 at 6:02 PM

Public Health Officials Announce 35,371 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, July 29, 2022CONTACT:Melaney Arnold – [email protected] Health Officials Announce 35,371 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCDC Reports 97 Illinois Counties at High or Medium Community Level; Public Healt…
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July 29, 2022 at 4:53 PM

Governor Pritzker and Attorney General Raul Announce Next Steps in Combatting Opioid Epidemic

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, July 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker and Attorney General Raul Announce Next Steps in Combatting Opioid EpidemicCHICAGO—Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced the next steps in…
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July 29, 2022 at 4:13 PM

Pritzker Administration Issues Second Wave of Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Dispensary Licenses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, July 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Administration Issues Second Wave of Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Dispensary Licenses 177 total licenses have been awarded to 100% social equity applicants; further expands Illinois’ his…
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July 29, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $15 Million in Additional Funding to Support Local Festivals and Tourism Across the State

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, July 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $15 Million in Additional Funding to Support Local Festivals and Tourism Across the State Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the grants will support localities a…
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July 29, 2022 at 2:17 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces SBA Disaster Declaration Approval for Highland Park Shooting

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, July 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces SBA Disaster Declaration Approval for Highland Park Shooting HIGHLAND PARK – Governor JB Pritzker announced today that the State’s request for a U.S. Small Business Administ…
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July 29, 2022 at 1:51 PM

IDPH Offering Free Supplies of COVID-19 Antigen Tests to Illinois Long Term Care Facilities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 28, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Offering Free Supplies of COVID-19 Antigen Tests to Illinois Long Term Care FacilitiesCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced it is offering free, one-time bulk shipments of …
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July 28, 2022 at 6:03 PM

IDPH Announces Prioritization of 1st Dose of Monkeypox Virus Vaccines for Those at High Risk

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 28, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Announces Prioritization of 1st Dose of Monkeypox Virus Vaccines for Those at High RiskCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that due to limited supplies of the vaccine …
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July 27, 2022 at 8:35 PM

I-74 Mississippi River bridge awarded top honors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                            CONTACT: July 27, 2022                                                                                                       Paul Wappel 217.685.0082                              …
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July 27, 2022 at 6:33 PM

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program application period to open, more options for disadvantaged communities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 26, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program application period to open, more options for disadvantaged communitiesSept. 30 deadline to submit proposals for local quality-of-life p…
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July 27, 2022 at 6:06 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $4 Million in Funding to the City of Chicago to Replace Lead Service Lines

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 27, 2022 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces $4 Million in Funding to the City of Chicago to Replace Lead Service LinesSPRINGFIELD – Illinois EPA Director John J. Kim today announced $4 million in funding to the …
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July 27, 2022 at 3:04 PM

LAINEY WILSON ROUNDS OUT THE PEPSI MID AMERICA RIVER RADIO GRANDSTAND

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 27, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283LAINEY WILSON ROUNDS OUT THE PEPSI MID AMERICA RIVER RADIO GRANDSTAND Du Quoin, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair is excited to announce the final act for the Pepsi Mid America River Radio Grandstand. ACM New F…
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July 27, 2022 at 2:29 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Sale of the James R. Thompson Center (JRTC), Google to Occupy Renovated Building

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, July 27, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Sale of the James R. Thompson Center (JRTC), Google to Occupy Renovated BuildingGoogle to Establish Presence in Central Loop in Transformative DealCHICAGO – Completin…
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July 26, 2022 at 3:34 PM

Governor Pritzker Launches Illinois Cares for Kids Statewide Enrollment Campaign "I Got Love / ¡Siento Amor!"

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 26, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Launches Illinois Cares for Kids Statewide Enrollment Campaign "I Got Love / ¡Siento Amor!"CHICAGO– Governor JB Pritzker announced the launch of "I Got Love / ¡Siento Amor!", the…
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July 26, 2022 at 2:34 PM

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program application period to open, more options for disadvantaged communities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 26, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program application period to open, more options for disadvantaged communitiesSept. 30 deadline to submit proposals for local quality-of-life p…