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September 23, 2022 at 6:56 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Commitment of $2.6 Billion in Soybean and Corn Purchases by Taiwanese Government

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, September 23, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Commitment of $2.6 Billion in Soybean and Corn Purchases by Taiwanese GovernmentThe agreement is the second multi-billion-dollar agricultural deal since 2019Chicago…
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September 23, 2022 at 6:28 PM

Governor Pritzker Proclaims Sept. 23 – Oct. 2 Illinois Electric Vehicle Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 23, 2022DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Proclaims Sept. 23 – Oct. 2 Illinois Electric Vehicle WeekIn recognition of Illinois EV Week, state launches EV.Illinois.gov – a one-stop-shop highlighting Illinois’ growing EV economy…
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September 23, 2022 at 6:11 PM

IDPH Reports More than 135,000 Doses of New Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccines Administered in Last Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 23, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Reports More than 135,000 Doses of New Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccines Administered in Last Week Public Health Officials Announce 17,373 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week; More than…
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September 23, 2022 at 5:49 PM

Gov. Pritzker, Stakeholders, Unveil Design for Discovery Partners Institute at The 78

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, September 23, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker, Stakeholders, Unveil Design for Discovery Partners Institute at The 78 Renderings available for download here; Leaders also announce apprenticeship partnership with Interapt and…
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September 23, 2022 at 4:19 PM

Jesse White Highlights Successful Electronic Automobile Insurance Verification Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: September 23, 2022 For More Information Contact:Henry Haupt: [email protected] White Highlights Successful Electronic Automobile Insurance Verification ProgramProgram has led to a dramatic reduction of uninsured motoristsIllinois Secretar…
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September 23, 2022 at 2:04 PM

Illinois Department on Aging to Retirees: Action Required to Claim Property Tax Rebate

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 23, 2022 CONTACT: Iris [email protected] Department on Aging to Retirees: Action Required to Claim Property Tax RebateSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is encouraging older adults and re…
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September 22, 2022 at 8:15 PM

Seat Check Saturday: Nationwide event for parents, caregivers to get expert help on seat and safety restraints

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 22, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Seat Check Saturday: Nationwide event for parents, caregivers to get expert help on seat and safety restraintsSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Transportation announced t…
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September 22, 2022 at 6:08 PM

Illinois Awarded $6.8 Million Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:September 22, 2022 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Illinois Awarded $6.8 Million Grant from the U.S. Department of LaborFunds Aimed September 22, 2022Promote Equitable Access to the Unemployment Insurance SystemSPRINGFIELD – The Illi…
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September 22, 2022 at 1:05 PM

Statement from Gov. Pritzker

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, September 22, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] from Gov. PritzkerCHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement in response to misconduct allegations against two legislators.“Integrity is essential to public serv…
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September 21, 2022 at 3:04 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Recognizes Black Women’s Equal Pay Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 21, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Illinois Department of Labor Recognizes Black Women’s Equal Pay DayWage transparency and pay equity are themes of IDOL’s recent enforcement efforts SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois…
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September 20, 2022 at 2:38 PM

Deadline to apply for local quality-of-life projects Sept. 30

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 20, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Deadline to apply for local quality-of-life projects Sept. 30 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program largest ever due to Rebuild IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Departmen…
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September 20, 2022 at 2:07 PM

Illinois Department on Aging Promotes Senior Community Service Employment Program During National Employ Older Workers Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 20, 2022 CONTACT: Iris [email protected] Department on Aging Promotes Senior Community Service Employment Program During National Employ Older Workers WeekSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Recognizing the vital role of older a…
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September 19, 2022 at 9:53 PM

Governor Pritzker Issues Statement of Support for Puerto Rico/El Gobernador Pritzker Emite Declaración de Apoyo a Puerto Rico

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 19, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Issues Statement of Support for Puerto Rico/El Gobernador Pritzker Emite Declaración de Apoyo a Puerto RicoGovernor JB Pritzker issued the following statement regarding the d…
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September 19, 2022 at 7:36 PM

Gov. Pritzker appoints Dr. Steven Isoye to serve as Chair of the Illinois State Board of Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 19, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker appoints Dr. Steven Isoye to serve as Chair of the Illinois State Board of EducationAppointment comes following a decorated career of service in the classroom and in administrati…
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September 19, 2022 at 7:31 PM

2022 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ATTENDANCE SETS ALL-TIME RECORD

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: September 19, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 558-15462022 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ATTENDANCE SETS ALL-TIME RECORD Highest Grandstand Revenue of All-TimeSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair has released estimated attendance totals for 2022. Over 636,70…
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September 19, 2022 at 4:15 PM

Gov. JB Pritzker Proclaims September 19-25, 2022 Rail Safety Week in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 19, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) [email protected]. JB Pritzker Proclaims September 19-25, 2022 Rail Safety Week in IllinoisChicago, IL – Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed September 19-25, 2022, as Rail…
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September 19, 2022 at 2:03 PM

Illinois Department on Aging Marks Falls Prevention Awareness Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 19, 2022 CONTACT: Iris [email protected] Department on Aging Marks Falls Prevention Awareness WeekSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Partnering with the National Council on Aging, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is empo…
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September 19, 2022 at 1:15 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Formation of Midwest Hydrogen Coalition

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 19, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Formation of Midwest Hydrogen Coalition Agreement will create good-paying jobs, improve public health conditions, and provide a pathway to decarbonization of transporta…
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September 16, 2022 at 9:12 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Seven Appointments to Boards and Commissions, Authorities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, September 16, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Seven Appointments to Boards and Commissions, AuthoritiesBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appo…
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September 16, 2022 at 8:01 PM

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE WELCOMES NEW TROOPERS WITH CADET CLASS 135 GRADUATION

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release"September 16, 2022Contact: ISP Public Information Office (217) 524-2500 [email protected] STATE POLICE WELCOMES NEW TROOPERS WITH CADET CLASS 135 GRADUATIONISP Rebuilds with 326 New Troopers Added Since 2019SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois …
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September 16, 2022 at 6:18 PM

IDPH Reports Strong Demand in Illinois for Updated Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccinations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 16, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Reports Strong Demand in Illinois for Updated Bivalent COVID-19 VaccinationsPublic Health Officials Announce 17,584 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week; More than 188,000 Illinoi…
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September 16, 2022 at 4:53 PM

Utilities Report Positive Gains at the 2022 ICC Supplier Diversity Policy Session

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2022 ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Report Positive Gains at the 2022 ICC Supplier Diversity Policy SessionChicago, IL – At the Illinois Commerce Commission’s 7th Annual Utility Sup…
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September 16, 2022 at 3:04 PM

Illinois Departments of Agriculture and Labor Highlight National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 18-24

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Paul Cicchini (217) 785-1719Illinois Departments of Agriculture and Labor Highlight National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 18-24Week dedicated to farm safety and health initiatives SPRINGFIE…
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September 15, 2022 at 9:25 PM

Governor Pritzker Adjusts COVID-19 Requirements to Address Current Needs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, September 15, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Adjusts COVID-19 Requirements to Address Current NeedsTesting Requirements Eased for Certain School and Childcare Staff with New Executive Order Chicago — As part of his co…
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September 15, 2022 at 9:21 PM

State of Illinois Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 15, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] State of Illinois Celebrates Hispanic Heritage MonthState celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month September 15-October 15 and hosts events to celebrate and support Latino business ownersCHICAGO –The Sta…
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September 15, 2022 at 6:51 PM

Statewide Payroll Jobs Up, Slight Increase to Statewide Employment Rate in August

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: September 15, 2022 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Statewide Payroll Jobs Up, Slight Increase to Statewide Employment Rate in AugustSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemplo…
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September 15, 2022 at 3:36 PM

New I-74 Mississippi River Bridge finalist for prestigious national award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 15, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919New I-74 Mississippi River Bridge finalist for prestigious national award Public urged to vote for iconic Quad Cities structure for People’s Choice Award QUAD CITIES – The new I…
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September 15, 2022 at 3:04 PM

ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR BEGINS TUESDAY, SEPT. 20

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 15, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser: 217-558-1546ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR BEGINS TUESDAY, SEPT. 20Illinois Grain Tour returns in-person for the first time since 2019SPRINGFIELD, IL – Beginning Tuesday, September 20, the Illinois Department of Agriculture…
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September 14, 2022 at 7:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Unlock Resources to Assist Asylum Seekers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, September 14, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Unlock Resources to Assist Asylum Seekers At request of local partners, Gov. activates 75 members of the Illinois National Guard to provide log…
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September 14, 2022 at 7:04 PM

Pritzker Administration to Distribute $371 Million in COVID-19 Relief Funds to Illinois Small Local Governments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 14, 2022 DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Administration to Distribute $371 Million in COVID-19 Relief Funds to Illinois Small Local GovernmentsState to distribute second round of federal coronavirus recovery funding to more than 1,2…
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September 14, 2022 at 6:19 PM

Illinois Department of Corrections and Augustana College Launch the First 'Second Chance Pell Experimental Site' in the State

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                               CONTACT:September 14, 2022                                                                             Naomi Puzzello, [email protected]                                               …
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September 14, 2022 at 3:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Unlock Resources to Assist Asylum Seekers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, September 14, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Unlock Resources to Assist Asylum Seekers At request of local partners, Gov. activates 75 members of the Illinois National Guard to provide log…
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September 14, 2022 at 3:20 PM

Illinois State Museum selects Heather Miller as new director of tribal relations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022For more information contact:Jamila Wicks(217) 782-7388 [email protected] Illinois State Museum selects Heather Miller as new director of tribal relationsSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois State Museum (ISM) has hired Heather Mill…
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September 13, 2022 at 8:05 PM

State of Illinois Announces Recipients of $3.5 Million Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery (RISE) Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Date: September 13, 2022DCEO Contact:[email protected] State of Illinois Announces Recipients of $3.5 Million Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery (RISE) ProgramLocal grants empower 42 Illinois communities and economic development organiza…
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September 13, 2022 at 2:05 PM

OSFM Encourages College Students to Practice and Follow Fire Safety Plans

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: September 13, 2022 Contact: JC [email protected] OSFM Encourages College Students to Practice and Follow Fire Safety Plans Since 2000, 7 students have died in college-related fires in IllinoisSpringfield, Ill- September is Campu…
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September 12, 2022 at 6:53 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Second Notice of Funding Opportunity for Unsewered Communities Construction Grants

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 12, 2022   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Second Notice of Funding Opportunity for Unsewered Communities Construction Grants$20 Million Available for Construction Grants for Wastewater Col…
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September 12, 2022 at 6:04 PM

Illinois Department of Labor, IL OSHA Release Report Following Investigation of Firefighter Death in Northwestern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 12, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor, IL OSHA Release Report Following Investigation of Firefighter Death in Northwestern IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor’s (IDO…
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September 12, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Tax Rebate Payments Begin for Millions of Illinoisans

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 12, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Rebate Payments Begin for Millions of IllinoisansAn estimated six million taxpayers across the state set to receive income, property tax rebatesCHICAGO - Income and property tax rebates wi…
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September 12, 2022 at 3:04 PM

Rebuilding DuPage County Major projects highlight Year Four of Rebuild Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 12, 2022 CONTACT: Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Guy Tridgell 312.343.1731Rebuilding DuPage County Major projects highlight Year Four of Rebuild IllinoisGov. Pritzker’s historic capital program improving infrastructure throughout IllinoisCHICAGO – Ent…
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September 12, 2022 at 2:35 PM

Illinois Hosts 52nd Annual Midwest US Japan Conference in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Date: September 12, 2022DCEO Contact:[email protected] Illinois Hosts 52nd Annual Midwest US Japan Conference in ChicagoCHICAGO – The State of Illinois is honored to host the 52nd Annual Midwest US Japan (MWJA) Conference, which is jointly held by t…
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September 12, 2022 at 2:04 PM

Illinois fall trout fishing season opens Oct. 15

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Sept. 12, [email protected] fall trout fishing season opens Oct. 15SPRINGFIELD – The 2022 Illinois fall trout fishing season will open Saturday, Oct. 15, at 59 ponds, lakes and streams throughout the state.An early o…
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September 9, 2022 at 6:09 PM

IDPH Data Shows COVID-19 Therapies Averted 8,600 Illinois COVID-19 Hospitalizations in Past 4 Months

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 9, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Data Shows COVID-19 Therapies Averted 8,600 Illinois COVID-19 Hospitalizations in Past 4 Months Public Health Officials Announce 19,933 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week; Urge A…
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September 9, 2022 at 5:34 PM

Jesse White Reminds Motorists to "Move Over" When Approaching a Vehicle Stopped on the Side of the Road

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: September 9, 2022 For More Information Contact:Beth Kaufman: [email protected] White Reminds Motorists to "Move Over" When Approaching a Vehicle Stopped on the Side of the RoadIllinois Secretary of State Jesse White is once again callin…
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September 9, 2022 at 5:22 PM

Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame to welcome Doug Aller, Nan Buckardt and Eileen Rice

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Sept. 9, 2022 Contact: Steve [email protected] Outdoor Hall of Fame to welcome Doug Aller, Nan Buckardt and Eileen RiceSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) Board of Directors is announcing the selections …
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September 9, 2022 at 5:03 PM

Updated: Honoring The memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Illinois e-News ReleaseUpdated: Honoring The memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth IIUnited States and Illinois flags at half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of intermentThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice from President Joseph R. Biden Jr. that all person or …
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September 9, 2022 at 3:13 PM

Honoring The memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring The memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth IIUnited States and Illinois flags at half-staff immediately until Sunset on Friday, September 9, 2022The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from President Joseph R. Biden Jr. that all person or enti…
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September 9, 2022 at 2:51 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announce I-55 Improvements, New Interchange with Illinois 59 in Will County

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, September 9, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announce I-55 Improvements, New Interchange with Illinois 59 in Will CountyWith $93 million investment, projects will enhance safety, create jobs, and promote economic opportunity…
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September 9, 2022 at 2:46 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announce I-55 Improvements, New Interchange with Illinois 59 in Will County

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, September 9, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announce I-55 Improvements, New Interchange with Illinois 59 in Will CountyWith $93 million investment, projects will enhance safety, create jobs, and promote economic opportunity…
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September 8, 2022 at 8:34 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Recognizes Mom’s Equal Pay Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Recognizes Mom’s Equal Pay DayKnowing your right to equal pay at work is critical for women in the workforceSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department o…
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September 8, 2022 at 4:45 PM

Pritzker Administration Relaunches “Opening Doors” Homebuyer Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Sept. 8, 2022 Contact: Amy Lee [email protected] Administration Relaunches “Opening Doors” Homebuyer ProgramDown Payment Assistance Program to Address Key Barriers Faced by Historically Underserved CommunitiesCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker announced t…