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December 9, 2022 at 9:49 PM

Gov. Pritzker Statement on the Passing of State Sen. Scott Bennett

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, December 9, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Statement on the Passing of State Sen. Scott BennettCHICAGO – Following the passing of state Sen. Scott Bennett (D-Champaign), Governor JB Pritzker released the following statement…
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December 9, 2022 at 7:04 PM

IDPH Reports 74 Illinois Counties are at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 9, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 74 Illinois Counties are at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu; Stay Home and Seek Treatment Immediately if you are Sick;…
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December 9, 2022 at 3:03 PM

OSFM Stresses Holiday Decoration Fire Safety

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                         Contact: JC FultzDate: December 9, 2022                                                               217-685-2041                                                                                     …
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December 8, 2022 at 10:44 PM

Governor Pritzker Signs Historic Unemployment Insurance Agreement

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 8, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Signs Historic Unemployment Insurance Agreement Bipartisan bill eliminates pandemic unemployment debt and supports employers and workersCHICAGO – Today Governor JB Pritzker s…
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December 8, 2022 at 10:15 PM

Updates to One Day Rest in Seven Act Take Effect Jan. 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 8, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] to One Day Rest in Seven Act Take Effect Jan. 1Updates include changes to meal and rest break requirements, employer penaltiesSPRINGFIELD – In preparation for the new yea…
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December 8, 2022 at 8:47 PM

Illinois Department of Human Services Announces $5 Million in Additional Funding to Expand Emergency Shelter Capacity

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 8, 2022Contacts: Marisa [email protected] [email protected] Department of Human Services Announces $5 Million in Additional Funding to Expand Emergency Shelter CapacityFunding will support those…
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December 8, 2022 at 8:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Statement on the Hospitalization of State Sen. Scott Bennett

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 8, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Statement on the Hospitalization of State Sen. Scott BennettCHICAGO – In response to the hospitalization of state Sen. Scott Bennett (D-Champaign), Governor JB Pritzker released …
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December 8, 2022 at 7:12 PM

ICJIA Announces $2.8 Million Grant Opportunity to Support Crime Victims’ Housing Needs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 8, 2022 CONTACT: Cristin EvansCell: 773-615-6243Email: [email protected] Announces $2.8 Million Grant Opportunity to Support Crime Victims’ Housing Needs CHICAGO— The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) announced…
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December 8, 2022 at 3:03 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Recognizes Latina Equal Pay Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 8, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Recognizes Latina Equal Pay DayPay transparency in private sector is focus of IDOL’s new enforcement initiativesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department…
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December 7, 2022 at 9:54 PM

The New 730 Area Code is Coming to Southern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 7, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] New 730 Area Code is Coming to Southern IllinoisSpringfield, IL (December 7, 2022) - The Illinois Commerce Commission has announced a new area code is com…
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December 7, 2022 at 8:22 PM

IDOT invites public, stakeholders to webinar on upcoming disparity study

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 7, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919IDOT invites public, stakeholders to webinar on upcoming disparity studySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is inviting the public to participate in a webinar o…
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December 7, 2022 at 7:28 PM

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs Announces Partnership with the National Veterans Legal Services Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                  CONTACT: December 7, 2022                                                                   Maureen S. Hartigan                                                                                               …
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December 7, 2022 at 5:05 PM

State of Illinois to Receive More than $350 Million in Federal Funding to Support Small Businesses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 7, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] State of Illinois to Receive More than $350 Million in Federal Funding to Support Small BusinessesIllinois eligible to receive up to $354.6 million from the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s State Sm…
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December 6, 2022 at 10:34 PM

Governor Pritzker Signs SAFE-T Act Amendment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 6, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Signs SAFE-T Act AmendmentTrailer Bill Clarifies, Strengthens Original Bill as Transition to Cashless Bail ApproachesCHICAGO – Governor Pritzker today signed HB1095, a series …
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December 6, 2022 at 9:10 PM

Illinois Office of Tourism Celebrates Tourism Industry

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Illinois Office of Tourism Celebrates Tourism Industry Achievements with Excellence in Tourism Awards CHICAGO -The 2022 Illinois Governor’s Conference on Travel & Tourism kicked off Monday, Dec. …
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December 6, 2022 at 3:39 PM

Honoring Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Pearl Harbor Remembrance DayThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of:Pearl Harbor Remembrance DayPlea…
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December 5, 2022 at 7:26 PM

DoIT Celebrates Computer Science Education Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                           FOR MORE INFORMATION: Dec. 5, 2022                                                                                      Jennifer Jennings                                                           …
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December 5, 2022 at 3:04 PM

White Crane Wellness Center Wins Governor’s Engaging Aging Award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                        CONTACT:Dec. 5, 2022                                                                                   Iris Schweier                                                                                    …
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December 2, 2022 at 9:10 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, December 2, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his a…
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December 2, 2022 at 7:24 PM

IDPH Reports 63 Illinois Counties are at Elevated COVID-19 Community Levels

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 2, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 63 Illinois Counties are at Elevated COVID-19 Community Levels Illinoisans urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu; Stay Home and Seek Treatment Immediately if you are Sick; Stat…
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December 1, 2022 at 10:03 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Highly Effective, New HIV Treatment to be Available in Illinois in 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Administration Announces Highly Effective, New HIV Treatment to be Available in Illinois in 2023 CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced tod…
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December 1, 2022 at 5:33 PM

State of Illinois Awarded $86 Million in CDC Funding to Strengthen Public Health Infrastructure

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 1, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] of Illinois Awarded $86 Million in CDC Funding to Strengthen Public Health InfrastructureFunding Will Support Pritzker Administration Efforts to Protect Public Health and Address Disparities in H…
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November 30, 2022 at 10:05 PM

St. Clair County and IEMA to Host Town Hall Meetings to Help Flooding Disaster Survivors Obtain Assistance

Illinois e-News ReleaseNovember 30, 2022IEMA Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected]. Clair County Director Herb Simmons618-719-1034 / [email protected]. Clair County and IEMA to Host Town Hall Meetings to Help Flooding Disaster Survivors Obtain …
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November 30, 2022 at 8:26 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Recognizes Native Women’s Equal Pay DayPay transparency in private sector is theme of IDOL’s new enforcement initiativesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois …
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November 30, 2022 at 8:02 PM

2023 CERTIFIED LIVESTOCK MANAGER IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS AND ONLINE TRAINING ANNOUNCED

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser: 217-558-15462023 CERTIFIED LIVESTOCK MANAGER IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS AND ONLINE TRAINING ANNOUNCEDTraining is a Requirement of the Livestock Management Facilities ActSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Department of Agricu…
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November 30, 2022 at 4:16 PM

Gov. Pritzker, Obama Foundation, and State Lawmakers Dedicate Historical Marker to Commemorate President Obama’s Presidential Announcement

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 30, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker, Obama Foundation, and State Lawmakers Dedicate Historical Marker to Commemorate President Obama’s Presidential AnnouncementMarker located on lawn of Old State Capitol in Sprin…
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November 29, 2022 at 10:28 PM

IDNR monitoring suspect outbreaks of avian influenza during fall waterfowl migration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Nov. 29, [email protected] monitoring suspect outbreaks of avian influenza during fall waterfowl migrationSPRINGFIELD – At least 300 waterbirds, primarily snow geese, have died of suspected avian influenza at public hunt…
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November 29, 2022 at 9:13 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Historic Agreement to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt, Protect Benefits for Workers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Historic Agreement to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt, Protect Benefits for WorkersAgreement Will Supplement State’s Trust Fund and Rainy-Day Fund, Secure Empl…
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November 29, 2022 at 4:29 PM

Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces December dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshops

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 29, 2022 CONTACT: Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces December dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshopsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting…
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November 29, 2022 at 4:05 PM

ILLINOIS PRODUCT HOLIDAY MARKET RETURNS FIRST WEEKEND IN DECEMBER

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 29, 2022 CONTACT: November 29, 2022 Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283 ILLINOIS PRODUCT HOLIDAY MARKET RETURNS FIRST WEEKEND IN DECEMBERSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will bring the Illinois Product Holiday Market back …
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November 23, 2022 at 7:50 PM

IDPH Urges Public to Protect Loved Ones from COVID-19, Other Respiratory Viruses & Food-borne Illnesses During Thanksgiving Holiday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 23, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Urges Public to Protect Loved Ones from COVID-19, Other Respiratory Viruses & Food-borne Illnesses During Thanksgiving HolidayIllinoisans urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu;…
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November 23, 2022 at 6:32 PM

Jesse White Targets Holiday Scofflaws Abusing Disability Parking at Malls Statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                          For More Information Contact:November 23, 2022                                                                   Elizabeth Kaufman: 312-814-8301                                                     …
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November 23, 2022 at 5:09 PM

Hunters harvest more than 52,000 deer during first weekend of Illinois firearm season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov. 23, [email protected] harvest more than 52,000 deer during first weekend of Illinois firearm seasonSPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 52,354 deer during the first weekend of the…
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November 23, 2022 at 4:29 PM

IDNR announces Habitat Fund project grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov. 23, [email protected] announces Habitat Fund project grantsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) today announced projects that will be funded through the Illinois Habitat Fund Special …
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November 23, 2022 at 4:02 PM

DoIT Urges Residents to Stay Cyber Secure at the Holidays

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 23, 2022 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer [email protected] Urges Residents to Stay Cyber Secure at the Holidays SPRINGFIELD – As residents start to prepare their holiday shopping this year, the Illinois Department of Innovat…
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November 22, 2022 at 10:47 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for Thanksgiving Holiday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: Nov. 22, 2022 For More Information Contact:Beth Kaufman: [email protected] Druker: [email protected] of State Offices to Close for Thanksgiving HolidayIllinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all office…
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November 22, 2022 at 9:08 PM

ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION NAMES 2023-24 ILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2022 Contact: Lynne Baker 847.831.8024 [email protected] STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION NAMES 2023-24 ILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARS More than 16,770 Students from 690 Schools Recognized for their Academic ExcellenceDEERFIELD, ILLINOIS…
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November 22, 2022 at 3:34 PM

Lanes reopening where possible for Thanksgiving travel

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 22, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Guy Tridgell 312.343.1731 Lanes reopening where possible for Thanksgiving travelNon-emergency closures suspended, but work zones should be anticipatedSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation a…
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November 21, 2022 at 7:43 PM

Christmas Remembrance Ceremony set for Dec. 3 at Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Springfield

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Nov. 21, [email protected] Remembrance Ceremony set for Dec. 3 at Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial in SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host the annual Christmas Rem…
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November 21, 2022 at 5:04 PM

Make the right choices this Thanksgiving: Buckle up and drive sober

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 21, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919 [email protected] 217.524.2500 Make the right choices this Thanksgiving: Buckle up and drive sober Make the right choices this Thanksgiving: Buckle u…
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November 21, 2022 at 2:48 PM

OSFM Stresses the Importance of Cooking Safety to Prevent an Accidental Fire this Thanksgiving

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: November 18, 2022 Contact: JC [email protected] Stresses the Importance of Cooking Safety to Prevent an Accidental Fire this ThanksgivingCooking causes half (49 percent) of all reported home fires and more than two of every …
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November 21, 2022 at 2:28 PM

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR MEGA AND JUMBO PASS HOLIDAY SALE BEGINS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release November 21, 2022Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546ILLINOIS STATE FAIR MEGA AND JUMBO PASS HOLIDAY SALE BEGINSSPRINGFIELD, IL - The Illinois State Fair is kicking off the holiday season with the annual Mega and Jumbo Pass holiday sale. For a limited tim…
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November 18, 2022 at 7:17 PM

IDPH Urges Public to Protect Loved Ones from COVID-19 and Other Respiratory Viruses During Thanksgiving Holiday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 18, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Urges Public to Protect Loved Ones from COVID-19 and Other Respiratory Viruses During Thanksgiving HolidayIDPH Urges Public to Protect Loved Ones from COVID-19 and Other Respiratory Viruses Durin…
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November 18, 2022 at 3:59 PM

State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carmen Ayala Announces Retirement

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, November 18, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Superintendent of Education Dr. Carmen Ayala Announces RetirementAyala worked in education for nearly 40 years, taking over superintendent job in 2019Springfield—State Superintendent of E…
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November 17, 2022 at 9:32 PM

State of Illinois Launches $5 Million Grant Match Program to Spur Innovation in Cutting Edge Technologies

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 17, 2022DCEO Contact:[email protected] State of Illinois Launches $5 Million Grant Match Program to Spur Innovation in Cutting Edge TechnologiesState-funded program provides matching grants to small businesses who have received federal SBIR/…
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November 17, 2022 at 9:01 PM

IDOT invites submissions for $200 million freight program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                               CONTACT: Nov. 17, 2022                                                                         Paul Wappel         217.685.0082                                                                                 …
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November 17, 2022 at 8:02 PM

Illinois Not-for-Profit Security Grant Program provides $20 million for organizations at risk of terrorist attack

Illinois e-News ReleaseNovember 17, 2022Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Not-for-Profit Security Grant Program provides $20 million for organizations at risk of terrorist attackSPRINGFIELD –Illinois Emergency Management Agen…
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November 17, 2022 at 6:05 PM

Illinois Reaches 17 Consecutive Months of Job Growth in October

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:                                                            CONTACT: November 17, 2022                                                        Rebecca Cisco | 217.524.1219                                                                                        rebecca…
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November 17, 2022 at 5:11 PM

Williamson County Courthouse creates forever families for 18 children during National Adoption Day celebration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                       Contact: Deborah LopezNovember 17, 2022                                                                                           312-937-0050Williamson County Courthouse creates foreve…
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November 17, 2022 at 4:03 PM

OPERATION RISING SPIRIT ENCOURAGES LETTERS OF SUPPORT TO ILLINOIS VETERANS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                         CONTACT:November 17, 2022                                                                        Maureen S. Hartigan                                                                                   …