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February 2, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Illinois DCFS offers college scholarships to current and former youth in care

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release February 2, 2023Contact: Deborah Lopez, DCFS312-937-0050 Illinois DCFS offers college scholarships to current and former youth in careDCFS Scholarship Program applications accepted until March 31CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Children and Family Ser…

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February 1, 2023 at 9:33 PM

Illinois EPA Invests Over $75 Million in Wastewater and Drinking Water Projects in Second Quarter of FY23

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 1, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Invests Over $75 Million in Wastewater and Drinking Water Projects in Second Quarter of FY23Over $13 Million in Loan Forgiveness Granted to Loan RecipientsSPRINGFIELD – The …

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February 1, 2023 at 9:20 PM

1099-G Tax Forms Available for Claimants of Unemployment Insurance Benefits

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: February 1, 2023 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] 1099-G Tax Forms Available for Claimants of Unemployment Insurance Benefits Electronic, Hard Copy Forms Ready for Tax FilingSPRINGFIELD – 1099-G tax forms are now available for claima…

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February 1, 2023 at 8:15 PM

Shake Shake Shake – Earthquake Awareness Month and the Great ShakeOut Drill

Illinois e-News ReleaseFebruary 1, 2023 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin T. Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Shake Shake – Earthquake Awareness Month and the Great ShakeOut DrillSPRINGFIELD – February is Earthquake Awareness Month and a perfect time to sign up…

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February 1, 2023 at 7:12 PM

Rebuilding Illinois I-57 projects in south suburbs complete

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 1, 2023 CONTACT:Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Guy Tridgell 312.343.1731Rebuilding Illinois I-57 projects in south suburbs complete $82.1 million investment to improve safety and mobility along the corridorCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transport…

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February 1, 2023 at 5:09 PM

Illinois State Museum returning to pre-pandemic hours

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 1, 2023For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] Illinois State Museum returning to pre-pandemic hoursSpringfield and Lewistown locations now open seven days a week SPRINGFIELD – After nearly three years of r…

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February 1, 2023 at 3:03 PM

Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward: IDOT conference returns Feb. 15 and 16

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                    CONTACT: Feb. 1, 2023                                                                                Paul Wappel           217.685.0082                                                                    …

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January 31, 2023 at 9:00 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces End of State COVID-19 Disaster Proclamation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 31, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces End of State COVID-19 Disaster Proclamation CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker announced the state’s public health emergency will end on May 11, 2023, aligning the state wit…

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January 31, 2023 at 8:39 PM

IDOI Announces 6% + Jump in ACA Marketplace Open Enrollment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 31, 2023 MEDIA [email protected] Announces 6% + Jump in ACA Marketplace Open EnrollmentPlan year 2023 marks the 10th year for ACA Marketplace Open Enrollment nationwide Chicago – The final record-breaking numbers for the 2023 …

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January 31, 2023 at 7:02 PM

Crypto Lender to Pay Illinois Investors More Than $400,000

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 31, 2023Beth [email protected] Lender to Pay Illinois Investors More Than $400,000SOS Giannoulias Warns Illinoisans to Ensure Financial Advisors Are Registered With StateSecretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced that Illinois will receive…

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January 31, 2023 at 4:33 PM

Deadline Nears for State and Local Government 2022 Injury and Illness Electronic Submission

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 31, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Nears for State and Local Government 2022 Injury and Illness Electronic SubmissionSPRINGFIELD – Certain state and local government establishments are required to electr…

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January 31, 2023 at 4:29 PM

Construction Begins at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Campus

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                     CONTACT: January 31, 2023                                                                                       Lauren Grenlund                                                            …

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January 31, 2023 at 4:02 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces Grammy Award Winning Artist Maren Morris Will Headline Illinois Lottery Grandstand

Illinois e-News Release For Immediate Release January 31, 2023 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Illinois State Fair Announces Grammy Award Winning Artist Maren Morris Will Headline Illinois Lottery GrandstandSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is proud to announce Grammy winning, Platinum-…

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January 30, 2023 at 10:58 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Fourteen Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 30, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Fourteen Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in …

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January 30, 2023 at 6:09 PM

Dorothy Abreu to Step Down as Tollway Chair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 30, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Abreu to Step Down as Tollway Chair CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker accepted the resignation of Tollway Chair Dorothy Abreu, as she leaves to focus on her health challenges. “I appreciate…

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January 30, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Governor Pritzker Celebrates Opening of New Student Center at College of Lake County in Waukegan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 30, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Celebrates Opening of New Student Center at College of Lake County in WaukeganThe 63,000 square foot facility boasts classrooms, laboratory space, a library, and moreWAUKEGAN —…

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January 30, 2023 at 5:03 PM

IDHR Releases Public Safety and Fair Housing Guidebook with UIC Law School Fair Housing Legal Support Center and Clinic

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 30, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] Releases Public Safety and Fair Housing Guidebook with UIC Law School Fair Housing Legal Support Center and ClinicThe Guidebook helps local governments, public officials, housing providers an…

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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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