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January 13, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 13, 2023Beth Kaufman: [email protected] Secretary of State Offices to Close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced that all offices and facilities will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.• …
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January 13, 2023 at 9:12 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Appointments to Four State Agencies

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Appointments to Four State AgenciesSpringfield—As Governor Pritzker begins his second term in office, the administration has announced the following personnel appoint…
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January 13, 2023 at 9:02 PM

IBHE increases number of nursing school grants and nurse educator fellowships awarded

Illinois e-News ReleaseContact: José García| 773.758.4955 Cell | [email protected] IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 13, 2023IBHE increases number of nursing school grants and nurse educator fellowships awardedAwards and fellowships will help meet healthcare workforce needs in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illi…
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January 13, 2023 at 8:36 PM

Gov. Pritzker Invited to World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Invited to World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in DavosGovernor to Speak on Panels Concerning Energy and Climate, Infrastructure and Legislative AchievementsChicago— Governor Pritz…
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January 13, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton's Statement On Reproductive Rights Protections Signed Into Law

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, January 13, 2023CONTACT: [email protected]. Governor Stratton's Statement On Reproductive Rights Protections Signed Into LawSpringfield — In Illinois, we protect the right to bodily autonomy. The sweeping legislation signed into law today …
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January 13, 2023 at 7:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Sweeping Reproductive Rights Protections Into Law

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Sweeping Reproductive Rights Protections Into LawLegislation protects health care providers from legal action, expands guaranteed insurance coverage, and increases reproducti…
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January 13, 2023 at 7:05 PM

IDPH Reports 59 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, January 13, 2023CONTACT:Melaney Arnold – [email protected] Reports 59 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans Urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu and to Stay Home and Seek …
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January 13, 2023 at 4:33 PM

IDOI Announces January 15th Enrollment Deadline for the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 13, 2023 MEDIA [email protected] Announces January 15th Enrollment Deadline for the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace The Open Enrollment Period ends SundayChicago – The last day of the Open Enrollment Period for the ACA Health…
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January 12, 2023 at 6:32 PM

State tackling harmful Lake Michigan shoreline erosion at Illinois Beach State Park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Jan. 12, 2023ContactsIllinois Department of Natural Resources: [email protected] Capital Development Board: [email protected] tackling harmful Lake Michigan shoreline erosion at Illinois Beach State ParkTwo pro…
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January 12, 2023 at 4:58 PM

Governor Pritzker Celebrates Construction Milestone at the Veterans' Home at Quincy

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, January 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Celebrates Construction Milestone at the Veterans' Home at QuincyNew renovations create state-of-the-art residential long-term care and independent living facilities for Illi…
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January 12, 2023 at 4:17 PM

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ENFORCEMENT LEADS TO DRAMATIC DECREASE IN CHICAGO AREA EXPRESSWAY SHOOTINGS IN 2022

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2023 CONTACT: ISP Public Information [email protected] STATE POLICE ENFORCEMENT LEADS TO DRAMATIC DECREASE IN CHICAGO AREA EXPRESSWAY SHOOTINGS IN 2022Expressway shootings down 47%, injury shootings down 50%, homicid…
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January 12, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Highlights Local Emphasis Program Focusing on Food Processors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Highlights Local Emphasis Program Focusing on Food ProcessorsEmployers Encouraged to Utilize On-Site Safety and Health Consultation ProgramSPRINGFIE…
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January 11, 2023 at 10:48 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Passage of Paid Leave for All Workers Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Passage of Paid Leave for All Workers ActSpringfield—Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement on the passage of SB208, the Paid Leave for All …
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January 11, 2023 at 8:32 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces a $500,000 fine for Quartz Health Insurance Corporation for Violation of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 2023MEDIA [email protected] Administration Announces a $500,000 fine for Quartz Health Insurance Corporation for Violation of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity ActChicago – The Illinois Department of Insura…
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January 11, 2023 at 8:10 PM

Illinois State Museum to host Native American Sovereignty Series

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 11, 2023 For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] State Museum to host Native American Sovereignty SeriesFirst panel discussion, “The Legacies of Removal,” is Jan. 19SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State …
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January 11, 2023 at 7:47 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton's Statement on the Inauguration of the 103rd General Assembly

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, January 11th, 2023CONTACT: [email protected]. Governor Stratton's Statement on the Inauguration of the 103rd General AssemblySpringfield — New and returning voices are joining us to build the road ahead. Congratulations to members of th…
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January 11, 2023 at 7:32 PM

New State Water Plan spotlights 13 critical water-related challenges for Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Jan. 11, [email protected] State Water Plan spotlights 13 critical water-related challenges for IllinoisSocial justice, climate change impacts integrated into plan for first timeSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Water P…
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January 11, 2023 at 6:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Inauguration of 103rd General Assembly

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Inauguration of 103rd General AssemblySpringfield—Governor Pritzker issued the following statement regarding today’s inauguration of members of the 103rd…
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January 11, 2023 at 2:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Banning Assault Weapons and Sale of High-Capacity Magazines

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 10, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Banning Assault Weapons and Sale of High-Capacity MagazinesIllinois Becomes Ninth State to Institute Assault Weapons BanSPRINGFIELD – Standing alongside lawmaker…
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January 10, 2023 at 9:47 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on Passage of the Protect Illinois Communities Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, January 10, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on Passage of the Protect Illinois Communities ActSpringfield — Gun violence impacts us all. In Illinois, we are saying “enough is enough” to the trauma and pain …
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January 10, 2023 at 9:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker's Statement On The Passage of Protect Illinois Communities Act Banning Assault Weapons

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 10, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker's Statement On The Passage of Protect Illinois Communities Act Banning Assault WeaponsSPRINGFIELD– Following the passage of the assault weapons ban by both the House and Senate, G…
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January 10, 2023 at 7:10 PM

Newly Installed Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Issues Comprehensive Executive Ethics Order

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 9, 2023Henry Haupt: [email protected] Installed Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Issues Comprehensive Executive Ethics OrderKeeping a promise he made during his campaign, new Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias signed a wide-ranging Execut…
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January 10, 2023 at 6:04 PM

The Discovery Partners Institute and the Illinois Department of Public Health launch an online COVID-19 tracker

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, January 10, 2023Media Contact: Discovery Partners InstituteLauryn [email protected]  (312) 585-9168The Discovery Partners Institute and the Illinois Department of Public Health launch an online COVID-19 trackerThe new website enables Illin…
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January 9, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Inauguration of the Pritzker/Stratton Administration’s Second Term

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, January 9, 2023CONTACT: [email protected] Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Inauguration of the Pritzker/Stratton Administration’s Second Term Springfield — Today, I am proud to begin a second term as Lieutenant Governor of Illinois. …
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January 9, 2023 at 6:21 PM

Gov. Pritzker Embarks on Second Term with Renewed Optimism and Hope for Illinois’ Future

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Embarks on Second Term with Renewed Optimism and Hope for Illinois’ FutureMonday, January 9th, 2023 *Remarks As Prepared For Delivery* During the campaign last year, I drove all ac…
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January 9, 2023 at 5:11 PM

IDOC Launches Data Indicator Tool in Partnership with the Women’s Justice Institute and New York University Marron Institute

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: January 9, 2023 Contact: Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] Launches Data Indicator Tool in Partnership with the Women’s Justice Institute and New York University Marron InstituteSpringfield, IL – Today, January 9, 2023, the Illinois Departm…
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January 9, 2023 at 3:41 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: SB1720Description: Amends the FY 2023 Budget Implementation Act. Action: SignedEffective: I…
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January 6, 2023 at 10:24 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Second Term Agency Transitions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Second Term Agency TransitionsSpringfield—As Governor Pritzker concludes his first term in office and approaches his second inauguration, the administration announced …
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January 6, 2023 at 9:45 PM

Honoring Illinois' Fallen

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Illinois' FallenThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice fromGovernor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of:Firefighter Chief Peasleyof t…
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January 6, 2023 at 7:04 PM

IDPH Reports 73 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 6, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 73 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans Urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu and to Stay Home and Seek Treatment Immediately if Sick CHICAGO…
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January 6, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Record-Setting Year for Adult Use Cannabis Sales

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: January 6, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Administration Announces Record-Setting Year for Adult Use Cannabis SalesCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announced today that 2022 set ad…
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January 6, 2023 at 2:23 PM

Gov. Pritzker’s Statement On House Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker’s Statement On House ActionSPRINGFIELD – Following the Illinois House of Representatives taking action on several bills today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement.Fo…
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January 5, 2023 at 6:02 PM

Jesse White Announces Organ/Tissue Donor Registry Hits 7.5 Million Registrants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                    For More Information Contact:January 5, 2023                                                                   Beth Kaufman:312-814-8301                                                                   …
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January 5, 2023 at 5:57 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Ball Elementary School to Highlight Investments in Early Childhood Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, January 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Ball Elementary School to Highlight Investments in Early Childhood EducationThe visit highlighted the Preschool for All program, which supports young children as they prepa…
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January 5, 2023 at 5:34 PM

Illinois Conservation Foundation accepting applications for 2023 Conservation Achievement Scholarships

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Jan. 5, [email protected] Conservation Foundation accepting applications for 2023 Conservation Achievement ScholarshipsSPRINGFIELD – Applications are being accepted by the Illinois Conservation Foundation for the 2023 C…
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January 5, 2023 at 5:09 PM

IDFPR Releases Annual Consumer Lending Trends Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                         Contact: Chris SlabyJanuary 5, 2023                                                                      [email protected] Releases Annual Consumer Lending Trends ReportReport Anal…
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January 4, 2023 at 6:39 PM

Gov. Pritzker Highlights Investments in Early Childhood Initiatives During Visit to Carole Robertson Center for Learning in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 4, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Highlights Investments in Early Childhood Initiatives During Visit to Carole Robertson Center for Learning in ChicagoCHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker visited the Carole Robe…
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January 4, 2023 at 4:02 PM

State Receives Donation of Large, Modern Office Building in Marion, Illinois, Valued at $4.5 Million

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 4, 2023CONTACT: Cathy Kwiatkowski, CMS [email protected] Receives Donation of Large, Modern Office Building in Marion, Illinois, Valued at $4.5 MillionThe donated facility will allow the State to realize further savings and operat…
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January 3, 2023 at 4:04 PM

New Laws Taking Effect in 2023 Impact Employers, Employees

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Laws Taking Effect in 2023 Impact Employers, EmployeesNew laws expand bereavement rights, increase minimum wageSPRINGFIELD – As the New Year begins, employers and employees a…
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January 3, 2023 at 3:04 PM

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                     Contact: Deborah LopezJanuary 3, 2023                                                                               312-937-0050January is Human Trafficking Awareness MonthIllinois DCFS partners with fed…
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December 30, 2022 at 9:03 PM

Employment Laws Poster Updated for 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 30, 2022Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Laws Poster Updated for 2023Employers reminded to display for employeesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) today released the 2023 version of the "You…
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December 30, 2022 at 7:02 PM

IDPH Reports 54 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 30, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 54 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans Urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu and to Stay Home from Holiday Gatherings and Seek Treatment I…
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December 30, 2022 at 4:16 PM

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SHARES STRIDES MADE IN 2022

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 30, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser: 217-670-9283ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SHARES STRIDES MADE IN 2022Springfield, IL – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) shared accomplishments made in 2022 to supp…
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December 29, 2022 at 10:16 PM

IDOT in 2022 Rebuilding Illinois continues with completed projects, new ones planned for 2023 across the state

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 29, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 IDOT in 2022 Rebuilding Illinois continues with completed projects, new ones planned for 2023 across the stateSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), unde…
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December 29, 2022 at 8:52 PM

URGENT NOTICE

Illinois e-News ReleaseURGENT NOTICE TO: All State Owned & Occupied Buildings FROM: Michael Pittman Deputy Director Bureau of Property Management DATE: Thursday, December 29, 2022 RE: Lowering of Flags Notice to Proceed MemoThe Department of Central Management Services ha…
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December 29, 2022 at 4:33 PM

ICC Initiates Formal Investigation into 2nd Draft Renewable Energy Access Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 29, 2022 ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Initiates Formal Investigation into 2nd Draft Renewable Energy Access PlanChicago, IL –The Illinois Commerce Commission recently initiated a formal proc…
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December 28, 2022 at 5:16 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for the New Year's Holiday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                 For More Information Contact:Dec. 28, 2022                                                                   Beth Kaufman: 312-814-8301                                                                       …
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December 28, 2022 at 5:02 PM

Increase Coming for Illinois Minimum Wage on Jan. 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Coming for Illinois Minimum Wage on Jan. 1Minimum wage rising to $13 an hour on New Year’s DaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois minimum wage is set to increase another dollar…
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December 28, 2022 at 3:02 PM

License Plate Fees for Low-Income Older Drivers, Persons With Disabilities to Drop in 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 28, 2022 CONTACT: Iris [email protected] Plate Fees for Low-Income Older Drivers, Persons With Disabilities to Drop in 2023SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Eligible older adults and persons with disabilities will see their annu…
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December 27, 2022 at 8:32 PM

IDOT, ISP Alcohol and drug-impaired driving ruins the holidays

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 27, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919 [email protected] 217.524.2500 IDOT, ISP Alcohol and drug-impaired driving ruins the holidays“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” SPRINGFIELD — The Illino…