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January 27, 2023 at 10:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 27, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 4412Description: Sets statewide renewable energy project siting standards and establishe…

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January 27, 2023 at 9:47 PM

Gov. Pritzker announces $15 million preservation investment at historic Old State Capitol in Springfield

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, January 27, 2023ContactsIDNR: [email protected]: [email protected]. Pritzker announces $15 million preservation investment at historic Old State Capitol in SpringfieldSite will be closed to public while work is underway…

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January 27, 2023 at 8:14 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Key Appointments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 27, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Key AppointmentsSpringfield— Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his administration…

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January 27, 2023 at 7:04 PM

IDPH Reports 20 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 27, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 20 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans Cautioned to Remain Vigilant to Protect Those Most At-Risk CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH…

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January 27, 2023 at 5:48 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $13 Million for Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program Expansion

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 27, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $13 Million for Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program ExpansionProgram Expands Capacity by 40 Percent in Second Year to Serve an Estimated 1,400 Diverse StudentsCHICA…

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January 27, 2023 at 5:35 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Departure of Deputy Governor Christian Mitchell

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 27, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Departure of Deputy Governor Christian MitchellChicago— Today Governor JB Pritzker announced the upcoming departure of Deputy Governor Christian Mitchell, who has oversee…

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January 27, 2023 at 4:32 PM

Growing Up X Exhibition Opens at the Illinois State Museum

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 27, 2023For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] Up X Exhibition Opens at the Illinois State MuseumAttention finally paid to long-overlooked Generation XSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois State Museum (ISM…

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January 27, 2023 at 4:03 PM

Governor Pritzker Reminds Eligible Taxpayers to Take Advantage of Earned Income Tax Credit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release January 27, 2023 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Governor Pritzker Reminds Eligible Taxpayers to Take Advantage of Earned Income Tax CreditCHICAGO- With thousands of Illinoisans failing to take advantage of savings offered by the federal …

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January 26, 2023 at 10:06 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 26, 2023Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Recipients$2 Million Being Provided to Local Governments for Development of Lead Service Line InventoriesSPRINGFIELD —Illinois Envi…

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January 26, 2023 at 7:39 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $2.6 Million Investment to Further Strengthen Aviation Mechanic Pipeline in Rockford

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, January 26, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $2.6 Million Investment to Further Strengthen Aviation Mechanic Pipeline in RockfordInvestment Will Support Workforce Training and Development Program, Including 80 App…

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January 26, 2023 at 4:45 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Improvements to Alpine Road Transportation Corridor in Rockford

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, January 26, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Improvements to Alpine Road Transportation Corridor in RockfordProject is first step in revitalizing corridor from U.S. 20 to Charles StreetROCKFORD — Governor JB Pritz…

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January 26, 2023 at 4:02 PM

IDHR Director Jim Bennett's Statement on Signing of Supplemental Appropriations Act (HB0969)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                     CONTACTThursday, January 26, 2023                                                                       [email protected] Director Jim Bennett's Statement on Signing of Suppl…

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January 25, 2023 at 10:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois Has Paid Off Remaining Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund Debt

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 25, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Illinois Has Paid Off Remaining Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund DebtSPRINGFIELD — Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) anno…

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January 25, 2023 at 5:05 PM

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS ANNOUNCES 2022 EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                CONTACT:                                                                                                Maureen S. Hartigan                                                                                     …

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January 25, 2023 at 3:36 PM

Honoring All Of The Lives Lost In The California Shootings

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring All Of The Lives Lost In The California ShootingsThe 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: all of the…

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January 25, 2023 at 3:03 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings prior to start of February Intern Academy

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, January 24, 2023 CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings prior to start of February Intern Academy SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) will ho…

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January 24, 2023 at 10:51 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 24, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill Action Today, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: HB 0969Description: Amends FY23 Budget with supplemental funds. Action: SignedEffective:…

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January 24, 2023 at 9:41 PM

Heavy snow to impact travel tonight through Wednesday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 24, 2023 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda [email protected] 217.524.2500 Heavy snow to impact travel tonight through WednesdaySlick, slippery conditions, much longer travel times expected SPRINGFIELD — The…

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January 24, 2023 at 8:29 PM

Capital Development Board Announces Recipients of Early Childhood Construction Grant

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                             CONTACT: January 24, 2023                                                                                Lauren Grenlund                                                                           …

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January 24, 2023 at 8:04 PM

Secretary of State Giannoulias Executes Settlement Agreement with Carvana

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 24, 2023Henry [email protected] of State Giannoulias Executes Settlement Agreement with CarvanaCarvana admits wrongdoing; agrees to consumer safeguards and to conform to Illinois lawIllinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced a sett…

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January 24, 2023 at 7:35 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 24, 2023 CONTACT: Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces February dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshopsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting…

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January 24, 2023 at 6:20 PM

Staying Warm and Safe this Winter Starts with Heating Equipment and Carbon Monoxide Safety

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date:January 24, 2022 Contact: JC [email protected] Warm and Safe this Winter Starts with Heating Equipment and Carbon Monoxide SafetyNearly half of all home heating fires occurred in December, January, and FebruarySpringfield,…

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January 24, 2023 at 5:34 PM

Staying Warm and Safe this Winter Starts with Heating Equipment and Carbon Monoxide Safety

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date:January 24, 2022 Contact: JC [email protected] Warm and Safe this Winter Starts with Heating Equipment and Carbon Monoxide SafetyNearly half of all home heating fires occurred in December, January, and FebruarySpringfield,…

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January 24, 2023 at 4:24 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $113.8 Million Investment in Downstate Transit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 24, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $113.8 Million Investment in Downstate TransitLatest funding round boosts total to $337.8 million for Illinois transit providersDECATUR — Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illino…

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January 23, 2023 at 10:51 PM

IDNR joins Illinois, nation in mourning the death of Illinois State Museum Director Cinnamon Catlin-Legutko

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Jan. 23, [email protected]@ismsociety.orgIDNR joins Illinois, nation in mourning the death of Illinois State Museum Director Cinnamon Catlin-LegutkoSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources and t…

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January 23, 2023 at 10:07 PM

Today, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 23, 2023 CONTACT [email protected], Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 4285Description: Amends procurement and construction capabilities of public universities and raises the annual gross sa…

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January 23, 2023 at 8:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Key Appointments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 23, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Key AppointmentsSpringfield— Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his administration…

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January 23, 2023 at 3:46 PM

Secretary of State Giannoulias reveals rejected vanity plates in 2022

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 23, 2023Henry [email protected] of State Giannoulias reveals rejected vanity plates in 2022Small percentage prohibited for violating the state’s vehicle codeThere will be no PEEPEE, SUKIT or DUCKYOU for Illinois drivers.Those are just a few of …

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January 20, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on Decision in Protect Illinois Communities Act Lawsuit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 20, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on Decision in Protect Illinois Communities Act LawsuitChicago—Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement on the decision by Effingham County Judge Morris…

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January 20, 2023 at 10:52 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 20, 2023 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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January 20, 2023 at 7:07 PM

IDPH Reports 28 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                                                                       CONTACT:January 20, 2023                                                                                                …

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January 20, 2023 at 6:27 PM

Illinois Department of Corrections and Lewis University Launch New Prison Education Program at Sheridan Correctional Center

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 20, 2023 CONTACT:Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] Skonicki, [email protected] Department of Corrections and Lewis University Launch New Prison Education Program at Sheridan Correctional CenterPhoto credit: IDOC(Romeov…

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January 20, 2023 at 6:04 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Stable in December

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: January 20, 2023 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Stable in DecemberSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate was unchanged …

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January 19, 2023 at 7:37 PM

IBHE approves fiscal year 2024 budget recommendations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 19, 2023Contact: José García 773.758.4955 Cell [email protected] approves fiscal year 2024 budget recommendationsBudget recommendations will help ensure a strong and equitable higher education ecosystemSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Board of Higher E…

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January 19, 2023 at 6:09 PM

Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators Appoints Director Mueller of Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice as Board Secretary

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] of Juvenile Justice Administrators Appoints Director Mueller of Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice as Board SecretaryCHICAGO – The Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators (CJJA), a natio…

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January 19, 2023 at 5:43 PM

Pritzker Administration Relaunches "Opening Doors" Homebuyer Assistance Program With Additional $8 Million

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                      Contact: Amy Lee Jan. 19, 2023                                                                                                       [email protected] Administration Relaunches "Ope…

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January 19, 2023 at 4:03 PM

Illinois Department of Agriculture Issues Next Round of Transporter Licenses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 19, 2023 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Illinois Department of Agriculture Issues Next Round of Transporter LicensesSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) today issued 33 Transporter licenses, successfully closing th…

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January 18, 2023 at 10:53 PM

IDFPR Announces Updates for Upcoming Social Equity Criteria License Lottery

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: January 18, 2023Contact: Chris Slaby [email protected] Announces Updates for Upcoming Social Equity Criteria License LotteryCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation ("IDFPR") announced today two key upd…

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January 18, 2023 at 10:28 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 18, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 0240Description: Healthcare omnibus that makes several changes to statute including a…

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January 18, 2023 at 4:03 PM

2023 Illinois Tax Filing Season Begins January 23

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: January 17, 2023 Contacts: Maura Kownacki312.814.17772023 Illinois Tax Filing Season Begins January 23 Taxpayers encouraged to use improved, free tax-filing system CHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will begin accepting 2022 state i…

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January 17, 2023 at 11:09 PM

January is 'Radon Action Month' in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 17, 2023Public Information Officer Kevin T. Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] is 'Radon Action Month' in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – Radon is a naturally-occurring element which is undetectable from human senses. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) …

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January 17, 2023 at 10:58 PM

IDOT and CDOT reach agreement to streamline implementation of safety improvements

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                    CONTACT: Jan. 17, 2023                                                                              Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919                                                                    …

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January 17, 2023 at 9:59 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 17, 2023Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning$500,000 Available to Assist in Implementing Solid Waste Planning ObligationsSPRINGFIELD —Illinois Envi…

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January 17, 2023 at 9:35 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $4 Million in Loan Forgiveness to the City of Sycamore to Replace Lead Service Lines

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 17, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces $4 Million in Loan Forgiveness to the City of Sycamore to Replace Lead Service LinesSPRINGFIELD – Illinois EPA Director John J. Kim today announced $4,111,200 mill…

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January 17, 2023 at 9:10 PM

Illinois Human Services Seeks to Educate SNAP Households to Prepare for USDA’s Return of SNAP Benefits to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:January 17, 2023Contact: Marisa [email protected] [email protected] Human Services Seeks to Educate SNAP Households to Prepare for USDA’s Return of SNAP Benefits to Pre-Pandemic Levels Illinois Supplemen…

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January 17, 2023 at 8:28 PM

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Releases Comprehensive Transition Team Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 17, 2023Henry Haupt: [email protected] of State Alexi Giannoulias Releases Comprehensive Transition Team ReportReport serves as a road map to modernize the office, transform operations, and upgrade services Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoul…

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January 17, 2023 at 7:48 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 17, 2023 at 7:29 PM

Department on Aging Seeks Nominations for Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                     CONTACT: Jan. 17, 2023                                                                                              Iris Schweier                                                          …

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January 17, 2023 at 6:51 PM

Governor Pritzker Proclaims January 16-22 Community Risk Reduction Week in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                             Contact: Date: January 16, 2023                                                                             JC Fultz                                                               …

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January 13, 2023 at 10:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 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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