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October 18, 2022 at 3:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker announces $3.4 million released for Cairo Port development

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                         CONTACT: Oct. 18, 2022                                                                   Paul Wappel        217.685.0082                                                                                         Maria…

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October 18, 2022 at 3:30 PM

Building Blocks of Success: IDOT hosting series of workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                       CONTACT: Oct. 18, 2022                                                                                 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919                                                                     …

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October 18, 2022 at 3:06 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces a $1.25 million fine for Celtic Insurance Company for Violation of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act and the Network Adequacy and Transparency Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 18, 2022 MEDIA [email protected] Administration Announces a $1.25 million fine for Celtic Insurance Company for Violation of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act and the Network Adequacy and Transparency ActCH…

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October 17, 2022 at 9:31 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Launch of a Statewide PACE Program to Spur Commercial Investment in Clean Energy Renovations and New Construction

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2022 CONTACT: BRAD [email protected] Administration Announces Launch of a Statewide PACE Program to Spur Commercial Investment in Clean Energy Renovations and New Construction Chicago, IL – Governor JB Prit…

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October 17, 2022 at 9:08 PM

Mountain lion struck and killed by vehicle on I-88 in DeKalb County

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, October 17, [email protected] lion struck and killed by vehicle on I-88 in DeKalb CountySPRINGFIELD – A mountain lion (Puma concolor – cougar) was struck and killed by a vehicle on Interstate 88 in DeKalb County on Su…

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October 17, 2022 at 6:41 PM

Governor Pritzker Continues Effort to Adjust COVID-19 Requirements

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 17, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Continues Effort to Adjust COVID-19 RequirementsCertain State Testing and Mask Requirements Lifted for Healthcare Workers and Long-Term Care Facilities CDC Requirements Remain …

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October 17, 2022 at 6:07 PM

IDPH Stresses Need to Close Cancer Screening Gap Caused by COVID-19 Ahead of National Mammography Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 17, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Stresses Need to Close Cancer Screening Gap Caused by COVID-19 Ahead of National Mammography DayGovernor JB Pritzker Issues Mammography Day Proclamation for Illinois; Number of People Screened for Br…

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October 17, 2022 at 4:40 PM

DCEO Launches Public Input Process for Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Curriculum

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] DCEO Launches Public Input Process for Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) CurriculumDCEO seeks public input on Clean Jobs Workforce Curriculum for CEJA training programs SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois…

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October 14, 2022 at 9:14 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Announces Extended Income Tax Filing Due Date for Corporations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release October 14, 2022Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777E-mail: [email protected] Department of Revenue Announces Extended Income Tax Filing Due Date for CorporationsExtended Deadline Moved from October 17 to November 15Chicago …

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October 14, 2022 at 9:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 14, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions ILLINOIS COMMISSION ON EQUITY AND INCLUSION Nina Harris will serve as a Member on the Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclu…

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October 14, 2022 at 7:49 PM

Jesse White Recognizes Community Leaders in a Video Honoring Hispanic American Heritage Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: Oct. 14 , 2022 For More Information Contact:Beth Kaufman: [email protected] White Recognizes Community Leaders in a Video Honoring Hispanic American Heritage MonthIllinois Secretary of State Jesse White recognized Hispanic American Heri…

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October 14, 2022 at 6:04 PM

IDPH Endorses Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Recommendation for Children 5 and Older

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 14, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Endorses Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Recommendation for Children 5 and OlderPublic Health Officials Urge Parents to Protect Children from COVID-19, Flu and Other Respiratory Virus as Pediatric Cases Mo…

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October 14, 2022 at 5:04 PM

Gov. Pritzker and Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. Announce New $68 Million Distribution Center in Princeton

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 14, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker and Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. Announce New $68 Million Distribution Center in PrincetonNew center will create more than 145 jobs; facility will be completed in 2024PRINCETON — G…

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October 14, 2022 at 4:39 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, October 14, 2022CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screeningsCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) will host employment screening events in Alton and St. C…

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October 14, 2022 at 3:03 PM

Department on Aging Director Paula Basta Honored With Greenlight Family Services' Impact Award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                      CONTACT: Oct. 14, 2022                                                                               Iris Schweier                                                                                        …

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October 13, 2022 at 6:27 PM

IDOI Calls on Insurers to Disclose Climate-Related Risks

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 13, 2022 MEDIA [email protected] Calls on Insurers to Disclose Climate-Related Risks The NAIC Climate Risk Disclosure Survey will help provide transparency about how insurance companies manage threats posed by climate changeCh…

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October 13, 2022 at 4:52 PM

ILLINOIS PRODUCTS FALL FARMERS’ MARKET SATURDAY ON THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIRGROUNDS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 13, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283ILLINOIS PRODUCTS FALL FARMERS’ MARKET SATURDAY ON THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIRGROUNDSSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will host the first Illinois Products Fall Farmers’ Mark…

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October 13, 2022 at 4:14 PM

Drawings for trapping permits at Grafton-area sites to take place Nov. 2

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Oct. 13, [email protected] for trapping permits at Grafton-area sites to take place Nov. 2GRAFTON – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host a public lottery drawing on Wednesday, Nov. 2, for the a…

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October 13, 2022 at 2:03 PM

Home stretch to vote for I-74 bridge as nation’s best

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 13, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Home stretch to vote for I-74 bridge as nation’s bestTop prize will help support local youth STEM activitiesQUAD CITIES – Only two weeks are left to vote for the new Interstate 7…

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October 12, 2022 at 8:44 PM

Secretary Osman, IDOT join in pledge to boost opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 12, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.782.3030Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Secretary Osman, IDOT join in pledge to boost opportunities for minority- and women-owned businessesSPRINGFIELD – At an event hosted by the Equity in Infrastructure Project, the …

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October 12, 2022 at 7:19 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) accepts national award at NASCIO annual conference

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 12, 2022 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer Jennings, Communications [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) accepts national award at NASCIO annual conferenceThe National Association of State Chi…

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October 12, 2022 at 3:29 PM

Fort Massac Encampment returns to Metropolis Oct. 15-16

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Oct. 12, [email protected] Massac Encampment returns to Metropolis Oct. 15-16METROPOLIS – The popular Fort Massac Encampment, which draws thousands of visitors to southern Illinois every year, will return to Fort Mass…

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October 12, 2022 at 2:47 PM

Illinois Department of Corrections Announces Opening of Freedom Libraries in Partnership with Freedom Reads

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                CONTACT:October 12, 2022                                                                   Naomi Puzzello, [email protected]                                                                          …

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October 12, 2022 at 2:21 PM

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs announces Veterans' Grant recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                  CONTACT:                                                                                                  Maureen S. HartiganOctober 12, 2022                                                                 …

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October 12, 2022 at 2:02 PM

Department on Aging to Assist Older Adults During Medicare Open Enrollment Period

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                   CONTACT: Oct. 12, 2022                                                                                            Iris Schweier                                                              …

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October 11, 2022 at 7:06 PM

ICED names DoIT as Outstanding State Agency of the Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                        FOR MORE INFORMATION: Oct. 11, 2022                                                                                   Jennifer Jennings                                                                …

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October 11, 2022 at 2:06 PM

Don’t Wait! Plan and Practice your Escape Today

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                           Contact: JC FultzDate: October 11, 2022                                                                            217-685-2041                                                      …

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October 7, 2022 at 6:03 PM

IDPH Holds Vaccination Event in East St. Louis to Promote COVID-19 Booster and Flu Shots

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 7, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Holds Vaccination Event in East St. Louis to Promote COVID-19 Booster and Flu ShotsDirector of IDPH gets Both Shots at East Side Health District; Illinois reports 11,447 New Cases of COVID-19 in Past …

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October 7, 2022 at 4:40 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $119 Million Investment in Western Illinois University

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 7, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $119 Million Investment in Western Illinois UniversityFunding supports the construction of new Center for Performing ArtsMACOMB – Governor JB Pritzker today joined state a…

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October 7, 2022 at 4:03 PM

Pritzker administration announces latest round of Healthcare Transformation Collaboratives, providing over $70 million to increase access and equity in healthcare statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCT. 7, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] administration announces latest round of Healthcare Transformation Collaboratives, providing over $70 million to increase access and equity in healthcare statewideSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department …

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October 6, 2022 at 8:38 PM

OCTOBER IS CYBER SECURITY AWARENESS MONTH

Illinois e-News ReleaseOctober 6, 2022Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] IS CYBER SECURITY AWARENESS MONTHCyber criminals want to “trick to click”SPRINGFIELD – Every day, more companies, organizations, and individuals fall vict…

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October 6, 2022 at 6:48 PM

Gov. Pritzker announces milestone for Rebuild Illinois capital plan; Local governments receive $250 million for transportation needs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 6, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Gov. Pritzker announces milestone for Rebuild Illinois capital plan; Local governments receive $250 million for transportation needsHistoric capital program commitment reaches $1.…

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October 6, 2022 at 2:03 PM

Fire Prevention Week is October 9-15

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release October 6, 2022 Contact: Deborah Lopez312-937-0050Fire Prevention Week is October 9-15Illinois DCFS distributes smoke alarms to 897 Illinois families this year, reminds the public to practice a home fire escape plan (CHICAGO) Fire Prevention WeekTM is Oct…

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October 5, 2022 at 8:39 PM

IDOI Urges Finalization of Federal Rulemaking to Help Guarantee Protections from Gender-Related and Sexual Orientation Discrimination Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 5, 2022 MEDIA [email protected] Urges Finalization of Federal Rulemaking to Help Guarantee Protections from Gender-Related and Sexual Orientation Discrimination Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)Chicago – Today, the Illinois …

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October 5, 2022 at 8:05 PM

Illinois Department of Corrections Announces Comprehensive College Education in Prison Policy

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                           CONTACT:October 5, 2022                                                                Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] Department of Corrections Announces Comprehensive College Education in Pri…

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October 5, 2022 at 2:59 PM

Lenox Tower improvements completed in Metro East

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 5, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Guy Tridgell 312.343.1731 Lenox Tower improvements completed in Metro EastProject modernizes, streamlines rail operations, enhancing safety and efficiencyCOLLINSVILLE – The Illinois Department of Transportati…

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October 5, 2022 at 2:18 PM

Author and Vandalia native Paul Stroble to speak at Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site on Oct. 8

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Oct. 5, [email protected] and Vandalia native Paul Stroble to speak at Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site on Oct. 8VANDALIA – A Vandalia native who has published 24 books, including some about his hometown, will appear…

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October 4, 2022 at 8:04 PM

City of Chicago Disaster Declaration for building explosion and structural collapse

Illinois e-News ReleaseOctober 4, 2022Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] of Chicago Disaster Declaration for building explosion and structural collapseChicago – Today the Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (S…

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October 4, 2022 at 4:27 PM

Illinois achieves overall grade of A- in 2022 Digital States Survey

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 4, 2022FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer JenningsIllinois achieves overall grade of A- in 2022 Digital States SurveyIllinois awarded second place in Data Driven Government category SPRINGFIELD – The Center for Digital Government announced the results of…

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October 4, 2022 at 2:25 PM

Department of Juvenile Justice youth art to be featured at Weinberg/Newton Gallery

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 4, 2022CONTACT: Dominique [email protected] of Juvenile Justice youth art to be featured at Weinberg/Newton GalleryChicago, IL- Artwork created by youth at Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) facilities will b…

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October 3, 2022 at 9:15 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Eleven Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 3, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Eleven Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his…

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October 3, 2022 at 7:12 PM

OCTOBER IS COLLEGE CHANGES EVERYTHING MONTH IN ILLINOIS; ISAC OFFERS STUDENTS AND SCHOOLS FREE RESOURCES AND ASSISTANCE WITH COLLEGE AND FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 3, 2022 Contact: Lynne Baker 847.831.8024 [email protected] OCTOBER IS COLLEGE CHANGES EVERYTHING MONTH IN ILLINOIS; ISAC OFFERS STUDENTS AND SCHOOLS FREE RESOURCES AND ASSISTANCE WITH COLLEGE AND FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS Changes for 2023…

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October 3, 2022 at 6:03 PM

Illinois Department of Agriculture Issues Operational Permits to First Social Equity Craft Grower, Infuser Licensees

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                     CONTACT: October 3, 2022                                                                          Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Illinois Department of Agriculture Issues Operational Permits to First Social…

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October 3, 2022 at 5:10 PM

Gov. Pritzker proclaims Oct. 12 as Walk to School Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 3, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Gov. Pritzker proclaims Oct. 12 as Walk to School DaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that Illinois schools will join others throughout the wo…

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October 3, 2022 at 4:45 PM

Illinois Department on Aging to Honor Long-term Care Residents During Residents’ Rights Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 3, 2022 CONTACT: Kelly [email protected] Illinois Department on Aging to Honor Long-term Care Residents During Residents’ Rights MonthSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Joining advocates, residents of nursing homes and other long-term …

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September 30, 2022 at 9:04 PM

Governor Pritzker Instructs Revenue Department to Temporarily Suspend Fuel Tax for Commercial Vehicles Assisting with Hurricane Relief Efforts in Florida

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseSeptember 30, 2022 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Governor Pritzker Instructs Revenue Department to Temporarily Suspend Fuel Tax for Commercial Vehicles Assisting with Hurricane Relief Efforts in FloridaCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker has…

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September 30, 2022 at 6:25 PM

IDPH Reports 493,000 Doses of New Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccines Administered in Less than One Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] IDPH Reports 493,000 Doses of New Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccines Administered in Less than One Month Public Health Officials Announce 10,945 New Cases of COVID-19 in Past Week CHICAGO – The Illinois Dep…

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September 30, 2022 at 5:07 PM

Pritzker Administration Invests $6 Million in Meat & Poultry Supply Chain Capital Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 30, 2022DCEO Contact:[email protected] Administration Invests $6 Million in Meat & Poultry Supply Chain Capital Grant ProgramNew grant program supports independently owned meat and poultry companies in support of job retention &…

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September 30, 2022 at 4:17 PM

Local planning efforts awarded $10 million in IDOT grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Sept. 30, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Local planning efforts awarded $10 million in IDOT grantsFunding for statewide projects that advance long-range transportation goalsSPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illin…

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September 30, 2022 at 3:31 PM

DoIT Recognizes Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 30, 2022 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer Jennings, Communications [email protected] Recognizes Cybersecurity Awareness MonthSPRINGFIELD – October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Innovation &…

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