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September 8, 2022 at 3:25 PM

Gov. Pritzker Breaks Ground on Reconstruction of Key Corridor in Harvey, Dixmoor, Riverdale

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, September 8, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Breaks Ground on Reconstruction of Key Corridor in Harvey, Dixmoor, Riverdale Wood Street/Ashland Avenue $94 million project modernizes 90-year-old infrastructureHARVEY — Govern…
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September 7, 2022 at 8:40 PM

IDNR to post Operation Disrupt signs at state parks to connect people in crisis to important resources

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Sept. 7, [email protected] to post Operation Disrupt signs at state parks to connect people in crisis to important resourcesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has joined the Operation Dis…
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September 7, 2022 at 7:31 PM

ICC Issues Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act NOI Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 7, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Issues Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act NOI ReportChicago, IL - The Illinois Commerce Commission is announcing the release of a Notice of Inquiry R…
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September 7, 2022 at 5:12 PM

Jesse White Announces Illinois Literacy Foundation to Recognize International Literacy Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: September 7, 2022 For More Information Contact:Beth Kaufman: [email protected] White Announces Illinois Literacy Foundation to Recognize International Literacy DaySecretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White announced that the Ill…
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September 6, 2022 at 9:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Departments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 6, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and DepartmentsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appoi…
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September 6, 2022 at 7:15 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Presents Labor Day Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 6, 2022Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Presents Labor Day ReportHighlights IDOL’s Work to Protect Wages, Safeguard Labor StandardsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is c…
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September 6, 2022 at 5:36 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces First REV Illinois Award to Central Illinois EV Supplier

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 6, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces First REV Illinois Award to Central Illinois EV Supplier T/CCI to invest over $20 million to manufacture electric compressors and establish EV innovation hub in Decatur…
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September 6, 2022 at 4:39 PM

Rebuilding West Lake County: Major projects highlight Year Four of Rebuild Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 6, 2022 CONTACT: Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Guy Tridgell 312.343.1731 Rebuilding West Lake County: Major projects highlight Year Four of Rebuild IllinoisGov. Pritzker’s historic capital program improving infrastructure throughout IllinoisCHICAGO –…
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September 6, 2022 at 4:17 PM

Build an Emergency Kit for National Preparedness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseSeptember 6, 2022 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] an Emergency Kit for National Preparedness MonthSPRINGFIELD – “If you want to be fully prepared for a disaster, you need an emergency kit.” That’s the me…
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September 6, 2022 at 3:39 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces New Illinois State Police Metro East Regional Headquarters in East St. Louis

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 6, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces New Illinois State Police Metro East Regional Headquarters in East St. LouisNew facility will enhance will increase preventive patrol presence, help solve violent crime…
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September 2, 2022 at 10:03 PM

IDPH and Stickney Public Health District Report a Cluster of Legionnaires’ Disease Cases in Burbank

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 2, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] IDPH and Stickney Public Health District Report a Cluster of Legionnaires’ Disease Cases in BurbankCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), working with the Stickney Public Health D…
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September 2, 2022 at 8:00 PM

IDNR to conduct public informational meetings about Chronic Wasting Disease in northern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Sept. 2, [email protected] to conduct public informational meetings about Chronic Wasting Disease in northern IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host a series of public meeting…
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September 2, 2022 at 6:16 PM

IDPH Urges All Who Are Eligible to Get Up to Date With Newly Approved Bivalent Booster Shots

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 2, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] IDPH Urges All Who Are Eligible to Get Up to Date With Newly Approved Bivalent Booster ShotsPublic Health Officials Announce 26,127 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCHICAGO – With 9…
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September 2, 2022 at 5:34 PM

IDOT holds open houses for seasonal employment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 2, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919IDOT holds open houses for seasonal employmentSnow-and-ice removal positions available across IllinoisSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced it w…
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September 2, 2022 at 5:09 PM

Officials urge boaters to operate with caution, awareness of other watercraft this Labor Day weekend

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Sept. 2, 2022ContactsJayette Bolinski, communications director, Illinois Department of Natural [email protected]. Rachel Ault, U.S. Coast Guard, Marine Safety Unit [email protected] urge boaters to operat…
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September 2, 2022 at 4:28 PM

Southern Illinois Healthcare Transformation Collaborative iHub breaks ground on project to target behavioral and physical health needs in the region

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPT. 2, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Illinois Healthcare Transformation Collaborative iHub breaks ground on project to target behavioral and physical health needs in the regionELDORADO – The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family S…
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September 2, 2022 at 3:10 PM

Illinois EPA Invests Over $254 Million in Wastewater and Drinking Water Projects in Fourth Quarter of FY22

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2022 Contact:  Kim Biggs [email protected] 217-558-1536 Illinois EPA Invests Over $254 Million in Wastewater and Drinking Water Projects in Fourth Quarter of FY22Nearly $15 Million in Principal Forgiveness Granted to Loan Recipien…
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September 1, 2022 at 8:42 PM

Lanes reopening where possible for Labor Day travel

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                              CONTACT: Sept. 1, 2022                                                                         Paul Wappel        217.685.0082                                                                                   …
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September 1, 2022 at 7:05 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for Labor Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: September 1, 2022 For More Information Contact:Beth Kaufman: [email protected] Johnson: [email protected] of State Offices to Close for Labor DayIllinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices an…
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September 1, 2022 at 3:45 PM

Temporary help needed for snow-and-ice removal

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 1, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Temporary help needed for snow-and-ice removalIDOT seeking qualified individuals to help keep public safe this winterSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Transportation is s…
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September 1, 2022 at 1:03 PM

Gov. Pritzker Welcomes Immigrants Travelling From Texas to Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, August 31, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Welcomes Immigrants Travelling From Texas to ChicagoChicago—Governor Pritzker issued the following statement in regards to news of buses of recent asylum seekers and migrants arri…
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August 31, 2022 at 6:53 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $300 Million in Funding for Energy Bill Assistance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 31, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $300 Million in Funding for Energy Bill AssistanceFamilies can apply for energy bill support beginning September 1, 2022 SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illi…
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August 31, 2022 at 6:33 PM

Avoid ending your summer with a DUI

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 31, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919Melaney Arnold (ISP) 217.524.2500Avoid ending your summer with a DUI IDOT, Illinois State Police remind motorists: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over SPRINGFIELD– Headi…
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August 31, 2022 at 4:30 PM

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING STILL AVAILABLE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE WORKERS FOR THE 2022-23 ACADEMIC YEAR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 31, 2022 Contact: Lynne Baker 847.831.8024                 [email protected] FUNDING STILL AVAILABLE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE WORKERS FOR THE 2022-23 ACADEMIC YEAREarly Childhood Education and Childcare Workers …
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August 31, 2022 at 3:27 PM

NASCIO selects Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) as national awards finalist

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 31, 2022FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer Jennings, Communications Director [email protected] selects Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) as national awards finalist The National Association of State Chief Info…
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August 31, 2022 at 3:06 PM

Pritzker Administration Launches State-Wide Employment and Retention Strategy

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 31, 2022 CONTACT: Cathy Kwiatkowski, CMS [email protected] Pritzker Administration Launches State-Wide Employment and Retention StrategyInitiatives will Combat Critical Staffing ShortagesGovernor Pritzker today announced new measures as…
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August 30, 2022 at 10:01 PM

Illinois Department of Public Health Achieves Reaccreditation from National Public Health Body

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 30, 2022 CONTACT:Mike Claffey: [email protected] Illinois Department of Public Health Achieves Reaccreditation from National Public Health BodyEndorsement of Public Health Accreditation Board Indicates IDPH Meets the Gold Sta…
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August 30, 2022 at 9:34 PM

IDPH Reports First Human Case and First Death From West Nile Virus in Illinois of 2022

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 30, 2022 CONTACT:Mike Claffey: [email protected] Reports First Human Case and First Death From West Nile Virus in Illinois of 2022CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has confirmed the first human cas…
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August 30, 2022 at 6:18 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces up to $100 Million in Grants to Advance Anti-Violence Funding in Greater Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, August 30, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces up to $100 Million in Grants to Advance Anti-Violence Funding in Greater IllinoisChicago — Today Governor JB Pritzker announced opportunities for organizations to app…
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August 30, 2022 at 3:59 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Proactive Steps Taken to Increase Gas Supply After BP Oil Refinery Fire

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, August 30, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Proactive Steps Taken to Increase Gas Supply After BP Oil Refinery FireIllinois and neighboring states granted emergency federal fuel waiver from EPA; Illinois corn farmer…
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August 29, 2022 at 7:40 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Second Electric Vehicle Rebate Program Funding Round and Reminds Residents of Upcoming Closure of First Funding Round

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 29, 2022Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Second Electric Vehicle Rebate Program Funding Round and Reminds Residents of Upcoming Closure of First Funding RoundProgram offers $4,000 rebate for purchase of an …
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August 26, 2022 at 8:21 PM

Illinois to address up to 20% of orphaned oil and gas wells in the state thanks to federal infrastructure funding

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Aug. 26, [email protected] to address up to 20% of orphaned oil and gas wells in the state thanks to federal infrastructure fundingFederal support will help protect the environment while supporting rural jobsSPRINGFI…
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August 26, 2022 at 6:20 PM

Public Health Officials Announce 24,297 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 26, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Health Officials Announce 24,297 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCDC Reports 81 Illinois Counties at High or Medium Community Level; Public Health Officials Urge Illinoisans to…
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August 26, 2022 at 2:03 PM

Fire Truck and Ambulance Revolving Loan Program Now Accepting Applications

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: August 26, 2022 Contact: JC [email protected] Truck and Ambulance Revolving Loan Program Now Accepting ApplicationsApplications must be electronically submitted or postmarked no later than October 31, 2022.Springfield, Ill- …
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August 25, 2022 at 9:45 PM

IDNR announces Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, August 25, [email protected] announces Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship grantsGrants totaling $500,000 will support conservation efforts at state natural areasSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources…
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August 25, 2022 at 5:56 PM

The 2022 Illinois State Fair Featured More Than Great Weather

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 25, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283The 2022 Illinois State Fair Featured More Than Great Weather Official Attendance Numbers in the Coming WeeksSPRINGFIELD, IL – The bow has been tied on the 2022 Illinois State Fair. While it will be a fe…
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August 25, 2022 at 5:16 PM

The 2022 Illinois State Fair Featured More Than Great Weather

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 25, 2022 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283The 2022 Illinois State Fair Featured More Than Great Weather Official Attendance Numbers in the Coming WeeksSPRINGFIELD, IL – The bow has been tied on the 2022 Illinois State Fair. While it will be a fe…
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August 24, 2022 at 7:38 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on Biden Administration’s Student Loan Debt Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, August 24th, 2022 CONTACT: [email protected] Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on Biden Administration’s Student Loan Debt PlanChicago — Today, millions of people are receiving news about long-awaited financial relief. With President Joe …
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August 24, 2022 at 3:25 PM

State Fire Marshal’s Small Equipment Grant Program Now Accepting Applications

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: August 24, 2022 Contact: JC [email protected] State Fire Marshal’s Small Equipment Grant Program Now Accepting ApplicationsAll applications must be submitted electronically or postmarked no later than November 30, 2022Springfiel…
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August 24, 2022 at 2:03 PM

MEMBERS OF HAYES FAMILY TO SERVE AS GRAND MARSHAL FOR DU QUOIN STATE FAIR PARADE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283 MEMBERS OF HAYES FAMILY TO SERVE AS GRAND MARSHAL FOR DU QUOIN STATE FAIR PARADESPRINGFIELD, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair along with Governor JB Pritzker announced today that members of the Hayes famil…
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August 23, 2022 at 9:07 PM

Tickborne Heartland Virus is Reported in Jackson County in Southern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2022 CONTACT: Mike Claffey 312-814-4669                   [email protected] Tickborne Heartland Virus is Reported in Jackson County in Southern IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – An older person who resides in a rural area of Jackson County recen…
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August 23, 2022 at 7:15 PM

Illinois EPA Awards Third Round of Grants for Energy Efficiency Upgrades at Public Wastewater Treatment Plants

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2022   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Awards Third Round of Grants for Energy Efficiency Upgrades at Public Wastewater Treatment PlantsProgram to Fund Upgrades and Changes for Energy and Cost Savin…
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August 23, 2022 at 6:47 PM

IDOI Reminds Health Insurers to Protect Women’s Access to Coverage for Reproductive Health Care Services, including Abortion and Contraceptives

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2022 MEDIA [email protected] Reminds Health Insurers to Protect Women’s Access to Coverage for Reproductive Health Care Services, including Abortion and Contraceptives Chicago – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) i…
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August 22, 2022 at 5:06 PM

Task force announces State Water Plan public meetings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Aug. 22, [email protected] force announces State Water Plan public meetingsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host three public meetings to discuss the state’s ongoing efforts to updat…
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August 22, 2022 at 2:56 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Temporary Suspension of Household Hazardous Waste Collections Statewide Due to Fire at Ohio Disposal Facility

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 22, 2022 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Temporary Suspension of Household Hazardous Waste Collections Statewide Due to Fire at Ohio Disposal Facility Collections to Resume When Disposal Facility is Operati…
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August 22, 2022 at 1:47 PM

Application period open for Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants for park projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Aug. 22, 2022Contacts:[email protected] period open for Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants for park projects Distressed communities may qualify for 100% assistance with project costsSPRINGFIELD – A long-standi…
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August 19, 2022 at 9:32 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 19, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Sixteen Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and AuthoritiesBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appo…
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August 19, 2022 at 8:10 PM

White Reminds Motorists to Help Keep Illinois Roads Safe and Clean this Summer and Fall

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:August 19, 2022 For More Information Contact:Henry Haupt: [email protected] Reminds Motorists to Help Keep Illinois Roads Safe and Clean this Summer and FallIllinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding motorists to drive safely and…
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August 19, 2022 at 6:05 PM

Public Health Officials Announce 25,084 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 19, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Health Officials Announce 25,084 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCDC Reports 81 Illinois Counties at High or Medium Community Level; Public Health Officials Urge Illinoisans to…
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August 19, 2022 at 5:34 PM

NEW STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM LAUNCHES FOR COMMUNITY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 19, 2022 Contact:  Lynne Baker, ISAC                  847.831.8024                  [email protected]                 Marisa Kollias, IDHS                  312.590.7349                  [email protected] NEW STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT …