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November 7, 2022 at 4:03 PM

DoIT celebrates STEM/STEAM Day on Nov. 8

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                          FOR MORE INFORMATION: Nov. 7, 2022                                                                                      Jennifer Jennings                                                            …

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November 4, 2022 at 6:12 PM

IDPH Announces Distribution of 1 Million Free COVID-19 Rapid Tests for Vulnerable Illinoisans

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 4, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Announces Distribution of 1 Million Free COVID-19 Rapid Tests for Vulnerable IllinoisansPublic Health Department Urges Illinoisans to Get Fully Vaccinated for Protection from COVID-19 & Flu Be…

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November 4, 2022 at 3:04 PM

West State Street project celebrated in Rockford

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 4, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919West State Street project celebrated in RockfordMultiyear effort improves safety, community mobility, quality of life ROCKFORD – The Illinois Department of Transportation was joine…

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November 4, 2022 at 2:22 PM

Pritzker Administration Reopens Housing Assistance Program for Illinois Homeowners

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Nov. 4, 2022 Contact: Amy [email protected] Administration Reopens Housing Assistance Program for Illinois HomeownersHomeowners struggling to keep up with housing payments during the COVID-19 pandemic may now apply for up to $60,000 in assistance, …

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November 4, 2022 at 2:04 PM

Test, Inspect, and Replace Broken or Expired Smoke Alarms as you Change the Clock this Weekend

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: November 4th, 2022 Contact: JC Fultz [email protected], Inspect, and Replace Broken or Expired Smoke Alarms as you Change the Clock this Weekend 80% of pre-existing smoke alarms in homes that received new smoke alarms from the “B…

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November 3, 2022 at 8:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces New Investments in Child Care Focused on Supporting Providers and Working Families

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, November 3, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces New Investments in Child Care Focused on Supporting Providers and Working FamiliesCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker, together with the Illinois Department of Human Service…

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November 3, 2022 at 8:03 PM

IEMA, ISFM, IDOL, and National Weather Service team up with Winter Weather Preparedness Tips

Illinois e-News ReleaseNovember 3, 2022Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected], ISFM, IDOL, and National Weather Service team up with Winter Weather Preparedness TipsSPRINGFIELD – Whether you’re at work, commuting, or at home, being re…

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November 3, 2022 at 2:31 PM

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS ANNOUNCES 10th ANNUAL SPRINGFIELD VETERANS DAY PARADE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                       CONTACT: November 3, 2022                                                                                        Maureen S. Hartigan                                                     …

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November 2, 2022 at 6:55 PM

IDHS and DCEO Launch First-Ever Human Services Capital Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:November 2, 2022Contacts: Patrick [email protected] [email protected] and DCEO Launch First-Ever Human Services Capital Grant ProgramSPRINGFIELD - IDHS and DCEO have partnered to launch a first-of-its-kind, $15 m…

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November 2, 2022 at 5:03 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Selection of Buyer of the Historic Chicago Damen Silos Location

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 2, 2022 CONTACT: Cathy Kwiatkowski, CMS [email protected] Governor Pritzker Announces Selection of Buyer of the Historic Chicago Damen Silos LocationState receives high bid of $6.52M; Sale of surplus property will save operating expen…

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November 2, 2022 at 3:30 PM

Gov. Pritzker and Ferrero Break Ground on $214 Million Kinder Bueno Production Facility in Bloomington

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 2, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker and Ferrero Break Ground on $214 Million Kinder Bueno Production Facility in BloomingtonBloomington location will serve as the first-ever U.S. Kinder Bueno production facilityBL…

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November 1, 2022 at 7:58 PM

Illinois EPA Invests Over $70 Million in Wastewater and Drinking Water Projects in First Quarter of FY23

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2022 Contact:  Kim Biggs [email protected] 217-558-1536 Illinois EPA Invests Over $70 Million in Wastewater and Drinking Water Projects in First Quarter of FY23Over $11 Million in Principal Forgiveness Granted to Loan RecipientsSPR…

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November 1, 2022 at 6:53 PM

Department on Aging Recognizes National Family Caregivers Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 1, 2022 CONTACT: Iris [email protected] on Aging Recognizes National Family Caregivers MonthSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is raising awareness of support services available to unpai…

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November 1, 2022 at 6:16 PM

IDOI Announces ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment and Releases Rates for the 2023 Plan Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2022 MEDIA [email protected] Announces ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment and Releases Rates for the 2023 Plan Year Eleven health insurance companies are offering a total of 309 health plans in IllinoisChicag…

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November 1, 2022 at 6:08 PM

Illinois DCFS presents inaugural Family First Act Summit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release November 1, 2022Contact: Deborah Lopez312-937-0050Illinois DCFS presents inaugural Family First Act SummitNational, state and local stakeholders convene to strengthen outcomes for children and families served by the child welfare systemCHAMPAIGN, IL – Tod…

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November 1, 2022 at 5:46 PM

Pritzker Administration Launches Effort to Strengthen Children’s Mental Health Care

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 1, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Administration Launches Effort to Strengthen Children’s Mental Health CareIDPH, HFS and DHS Team up with UIC and American Academy of Pediatrics to Provide More Resources to Pediatricians and othe…

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November 1, 2022 at 4:39 PM

Pritzker Administration Opens Second Round of Electric Vehicle Rebate Program for Illinois Residents

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 1, 2022 Contact: Kim [email protected] Administration Opens Second Round of Electric Vehicle Rebate Program for Illinois ResidentsProgram offers $4,000 rebate for purchase of an electric passenger vehicle or $1,500 re…

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October 31, 2022 at 9:21 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Eight Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 31, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Eight Appointments to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in hi…

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October 31, 2022 at 6:04 PM

Pritzker Administration Awards $8.6 Million for South Central Illinois (SCI) Training & Innovation Center

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 31, 2022DCEO Contact:[email protected] Administration Awards $8.6 Million for South Central Illinois (SCI) Training & Innovation CenterLITCHFIELD – Governor Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (D…

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October 28, 2022 at 7:07 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice hosts states working toward juvenile justice reform

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                        CONTACT:October 28, 2022                                                                           Dominique Newman                                                                                     …

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October 28, 2022 at 6:03 PM

IDPH Reports an Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 28, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Reports an Uptick in COVID-19 CasesPublic Health Department Urges Illinoisans to Get Fully Vaccinated for Protection from COVID-19 & Flu Before the Holiday Season; Illinois Reports 13,642 New C…

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October 27, 2022 at 7:02 PM

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ANNOUNCES TAX CREDIT FOR AGRITOURISM

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2022CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ANNOUNCES TAX CREDIT FOR AGRITOURISMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced today the Agritourism Liability Insurance Tax Credit prog…

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October 27, 2022 at 6:13 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Nearly $3 Million in Funding to Support Local Tourism Promotion Across the State

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Nearly $3 Million in Funding to Support Local Tourism Promotion Across the State SPRINGFIELD - Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Oppor…

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October 27, 2022 at 3:13 PM

Crain’s Chicago Business Names Illinois Department of Revenue Director David Harris a 2022 Notable Military Veteran Executive

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseOctober 27, 2022 Media Contact: Maura KownackiPhone: 312-814-1777E-mail: [email protected]’s Chicago Business Names Illinois Department of Revenue Director David Harris a 2022 Notable Military Veteran ExecutiveCHICAGO – David Harris, directo…

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October 27, 2022 at 2:02 PM

This Halloween, treat yourself to a sober ride home

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 27, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919 [email protected] 217.524.2500This Halloween, treat yourself to a sober ride homeIDOT teaming up with ISP, local police to deter monstrous driving SPR…

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October 26, 2022 at 8:53 PM

Illinois EPA to Host Medication Take Back Program Stakeholder Meeting

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2022 Contact:  Kim Biggs [email protected] 217-558-1536 Illinois EPA to Host Medication Take Back Program Stakeholder MeetingSPRINGFIELD – In advance of the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, the Illinois EPA will host an in…

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October 26, 2022 at 6:03 PM

IDPH Offers Guidance for a Spooky but Safe Halloween

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 26, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Offers Guidance for a Spooky but Safe Halloween Skip Trick-or-treating and Stay Home if You Are Sick; Avoid Crowded, Poorly Ventilated Spaces; Protect Yourself with Vaccines and BoostersSPRINGFIEL…

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October 25, 2022 at 5:37 PM

Illinois launches Safe Sleep Support program to address Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseOctober 25, 2022Contacts:Marisa Kollias [email protected] [email protected] Illinois launches Safe Sleep Support program to address Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths CHICAGO —The Pritzker administration announced today an…

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October 25, 2022 at 5:16 PM

Governor Pritzker and CREATE Program Partners Celebrate Groundbreaking for Forest Hill Flyover and 71st Street Grade Separation Projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, October 25, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker and CREATE Program Partners Celebrate Groundbreaking for Forest Hill Flyover and 71st Street Grade Separation ProjectsNew bridge will eliminate the most congested rail chokepo…

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October 25, 2022 at 4:53 PM

IDPH Offering $12 Million in Grants for Lead Abatement During Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 25, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Offering $12 Million in Grants for Lead Abatement During Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention WeekFollowing Drop in Child Lead Testing During COVID-19 Pandemic, Governor Pritzker and Lt. Governor St…

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October 25, 2022 at 4:40 PM

Illinois launches Safe Sleep Support program to address Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseOctober 24, 2022Contacts:Marisa Kollias [email protected] [email protected] Illinois launches Safe Sleep Support program to address Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths CHICAGO —The Pritzker administration announced today an…

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October 25, 2022 at 4:01 PM

PRITZKER ADMINSTRATION SECURES $14.4 MILLION TO PROVIDE NEW MARKETS FOR UNDERSERVED FARMERS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283PRITZKER ADMINSTRATION SECURES $14.4 MILLION TO PROVIDE NEW MARKETS FOR UNDERSERVED FARMERSLocally sourced produce, proteins and processed foods will be distributed to communities in needSPRINGFIELD, I…

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October 24, 2022 at 4:52 PM

Keep Halloween Fire Safe to Avoid a Scary Situation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                               Contact: JC FultzDate: October 24, 2022                                                                 217-685-2041                                                                             …

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October 24, 2022 at 4:11 PM

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS DIRECTOR TERRY PRINCE STATEMENT REGARDING VETERANS’ HOME AT LASALLE COVID-19 SURGE

Illinois e-News ReleaseILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS DIRECTOR TERRY PRINCE STATEMENT REGARDING VETERANS’ HOME AT LASALLE COVID-19 SURGEOctober 24, 2022 –The Illinois Veterans’ Home at LaSalle is experiencing an increase in COVID-19 cases among its veterans and staff. Based on robust rapid…

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October 24, 2022 at 4:05 PM

RECORD ATTENDANCE FOR THE 2022 DU QUOIN STATE FAIR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                               Contact:October 24, 2022                                                                           Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546RECORD ATTENDANCE FOR THE 2022 DU QUOIN STATE FAIRAttendance Grew …

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October 21, 2022 at 9:25 PM

IDOC Celebrates Inaugural Cadet Class Graduating from New Training Academy

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: October 21, 2022 Contact: Naomi Puzzello [email protected] Celebrates Inaugural Cadet Class Graduating from New Training AcademyDecatur, IL – Today, the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) hosted a graduation ceremony for 100 cadets w…

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October 21, 2022 at 8:52 PM

Jesse White Alerts Consumers to Beware of Flood-Damaged Cars Caused by Hurricane Ian

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: October 21, 2022 For More Information Contact:Henry Haupt: [email protected] White Alerts Consumers to Beware of Flood-Damaged Cars Caused by Hurricane IanWhite says titles for potential flood vehicles will be closely scrutinized in an ex…

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October 21, 2022 at 8:32 PM

Notice to the Media - Incident Involving Protected Health Information

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 21, 2022 FOR MORE INFORMATION:HFS: [email protected] IDHS: [email protected] to the Media - Incident Involving Protected Health InformationSPRINGFIELD – Pursuant to the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and A…

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October 21, 2022 at 6:39 PM

IDPH Reports Illinois Surpassed 1 Million Mark for Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Shots

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 21, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Reports Illinois Surpassed 1 Million Mark for Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Shots Public Health Officials Are Encouraged by Strong Uptake of Updated Vaccines; Illinois Announces 11,955 New Cases of CO…

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October 21, 2022 at 5:08 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Two Funding Opportunities for Watershed Management Projects to Address Nonpoint Source Pollution

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2022   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Two Funding Opportunities for Watershed Management Projects to Address Nonpoint Source Pollution$4.5 Million in Funding Available Through Section 31…

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October 20, 2022 at 9:05 PM

Multiagency Collaborative to Host Inaugural 2022 Vendor Summit

Illinois e-News ReleaseOctober 20, 2022CONTACT: Cathy Kwiatkowski, CMS [email protected] Multiagency Collaborative to Host Inaugural 2022 Vendor SummitFull-day event will feature resources, education, and networking opportunities for vendors seeking to do business with State of Illinois…

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October 20, 2022 at 5:04 PM

Statewide Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate Stable in September

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: October 20, 2022 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Statewide Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate Stable in SeptemberSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate was unch…

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October 20, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Illinois residents join millions across the country in the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill

Illinois e-News ReleaseOctober 20, 2022 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Illinois residents join millions across the country in the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill SPRINGFIELD – Today, more than 235,060 Illinois residents participat…

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October 20, 2022 at 2:05 PM

ILLINOIS SAFE2HELP PROGRAM SUPPORTS STUDENTS ACROSS THE STATE

Illinois e-News ReleaseOctober 20, 2022Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] SAFE2HELP PROGRAM SUPPORTS STUDENTS ACROSS THE STATESPRINGFIELD – On the one-year anniversary of its creation, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency …

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October 19, 2022 at 6:28 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces up to $30,000 in Mortgage Relief per Eligible Homeowners

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                   Contact Amy LeeOct. 19, 2022                                                                                  [email protected] Administration Announces up to $30,000 in Mortgage Relief per Eligible Ho…

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October 19, 2022 at 5:01 PM

ICJIA Announces $255,000 Grant Opportunity to Ease Transportation Barriers for Justice-Impacted Individuals

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 19, 2022 CONTACT: Cristin EvansCell: 773-615-6243Email: [email protected] Announces $255,000 Grant Opportunity to Ease Transportation Barriers for Justice-Impacted IndividualsCHICAGO— The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authori…

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October 19, 2022 at 2:51 PM

Oh, dear! Don’t veer for deer

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                             CONTACT: Oct. 19, 2022                                                                                       Paul Wappel (IDOT)         217.685.0082                                              …

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October 18, 2022 at 6:50 PM

Pritzker Administration and IDPH Award up to $3.7 Million to Address Systemic Health Disparities Highlighted by COVID-19 Pandemic

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 18, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Administration and IDPH Award up to $3.7 Million to Address Systemic Health Disparities Highlighted by COVID-19 PandemicSPRINGFIELD - Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public He…

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October 18, 2022 at 6:03 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 18, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Illinois Department of Agriculture Issues Operational Permits to First Social Equity Infuser LicenseesTwo Infusers join Craft Grow in Operational Status; First Woman-Owned Business Under CRTA SPRINGFIE…

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October 18, 2022 at 4:20 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 18, 2022 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Program$2 Million Available to Local Governments for Development of Complete Lead Service Line …

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