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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…

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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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