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August 12, 2022 at 10:08 PM

State of Illinois Adopts New CDC COVID-19 Guidelines For K-12 Schools and Early Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 12, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] of Illinois Adopts New CDC COVID-19 Guidelines For K-12 Schools and Early EducationWith Widespread Vaccine Availability and Effective Treatments, New Guidance Eases Requirements For Exposure Quaranti…
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August 12, 2022 at 6:36 PM

Public Health Officials Announce 26,462 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 12, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Health Officials Announce 26,462 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCDC Reports 90 Illinois Counties at High or Medium Community Level; Public Health Officials Urge Illinoisans to Ge…
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August 12, 2022 at 6:10 PM

FIREARMS COMMISSION MEETS FOR THIRD TIME TO INCREASE AWARENESS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF FIREARM RESTRAINING ORDERS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2022 CONTACT: ISP Public Information [email protected] FIREARMS COMMISSION MEETS FOR THIRD TIME TO INCREASE AWARENESS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF FIREARM RESTRAINING ORDERS SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) today conven…
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August 12, 2022 at 4:18 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 12, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Administration Issues Third Wave of Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Dispensary LicensesPritzker Administration Issues Third Wave of Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Dispensary LicensesCHICA…
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August 12, 2022 at 2:52 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $34.6 Billion Investment in Transportation Over Six Years

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 12, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $34.6 Billion Investment in Transportation Over Six YearsNew program creates economic opportunity and jobs, promotes quality of life, and improves safety on transportation…
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August 12, 2022 at 2:04 PM

County Fairs and Horse Racing Day Highlights Illinois Horses and Giveaways at State Fair Harness Races

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 12, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283County Fairs and Horse Racing Day Highlights Illinois Horses and Giveaways at State Fair Harness RacesAll Races Will Feature Illinois HorsesSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair Grandstand hosted har…
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August 11, 2022 at 7:56 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Assist in Recovery Efforts Following Interco Fire

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, August 11, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Assist in Recovery Efforts Following Interco FireCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation for Madison and St. Clair counties t…
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August 11, 2022 at 7:13 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Funding Opportunity to Improve Housing Accessibility and Stability for Vulnerable Households

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Aug. 11, 2022 Contact: Andrew [email protected] Pritzker Administration Announces Funding Opportunity to Improve Housing Accessibility and Stability for Vulnerable HouseholdsPritzker Administration Announces Funding Opportunity to Improve Housing Acces…
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August 11, 2022 at 6:47 PM

Illinois EPA State Fair Exhibit Promotes Water Quality Education and Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 11, 2022 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA State Fair Exhibit Promotes Water Quality Education and Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water ActSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director …
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August 11, 2022 at 3:51 PM

Visit IDOI at the 2022 Illinois State Fair for Consumer Tips on Insurance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 11, 2022MEDIA [email protected] IDOI at the 2022 Illinois State Fair for Consumer Tips on Insurance and share what insurance means to you to get a gift bagChicago – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) table is in the L…
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August 11, 2022 at 3:29 PM

Free COVID-19 Vaccinations and Testing, Oral Health Exams for Kids & Other Healthcare Services Available at State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:August 11, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] COVID-19 Vaccinations and Testing, Oral Health Exams for Kids & Other Healthcare Services Available at State Fair Free COVID-19 Vaccinations and Testing, Oral Health Exams for Kids & Other H…
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August 11, 2022 at 2:59 PM

Sandburg Songbag Concert Series presents musician David G. Smith on Aug. 14

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 11, [email protected] Songbag Concert Series presents musician David G. Smith on Aug. 14GALESBURG – The Carl Sandburg Songbag Concert Series welcomes back David G. Smith on Sunday, Aug. 14 at Carl Sandburg St…
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August 11, 2022 at 2:27 PM

2022 Conservation Achievement Scholarship recipients announced by Illinois Conservation Foundation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 11, 2022ContactSteve Ettinger: [email protected] Conservation Achievement Scholarship recipients announced by Illinois Conservation FoundationSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) has announced the recipients of…
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August 11, 2022 at 2:06 PM

‘Grow With Us’ at Conservation World at the 2022 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 11, [email protected]‘Grow With Us’ at Conservation World at the 2022 Illinois State FairIDNR’s popular Conservation World open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Aug. 12-21SPRINGFIELD – From 3D archery and butterfly tagging to …
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August 10, 2022 at 8:08 PM

2022 BUTTER COW UNVEILED

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 10, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546 2022 BUTTER COW UNVEILEDSPRINGFIELD, IL –Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the treasured Butter Cow today in the Dairy Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Using the theme “Grow with Us,” sc…
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August 10, 2022 at 7:34 PM

IDPH Offering a Back-to-School Shipment of 1 Million Free COVID-19 Rapid Tests for Illinois K-12 Public Schools

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 10, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Offering a Back-to-School Shipment of 1 Million Free COVID-19 Rapid Tests for Illinois K-12 Public SchoolsCHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced today it is providing a on…
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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…