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March 3, 2023 at 7:03 PM

IDPH Reports 18 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 3, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 18 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced today that the CDC is reporting 18 counties in the state are a…

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March 3, 2023 at 5:04 PM

Gov. Pritzker Highlights New Teacher Pipeline Initiative to Address Shortages

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, March 3, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Highlights New Teacher Pipeline Initiative to Address ShortagesInitiative will address chronic shortages in the state’s most understaffed districtsSPRINGFIELD — Today Governor JB Prit…

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March 3, 2023 at 3:58 PM

Secretary of State to Offer REAL IDs and TVDL renewals at the World of Wheels

Illinois e-News ReleaseMarch 3, 2023For More Information Contact:Beth Kaufman: [email protected] of State to Offer REAL IDs and TVDL renewals at the World of WheelsSecretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced that Illinois residents can obtain a REAL ID or renew a Temporary V…

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March 3, 2023 at 3:39 PM

Illinois State Fire Marshal Awards $1.5 Million in Grants to Illinois Fire Departments and EMS Providers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: March 3, 2023 Contact: JC Fultz [email protected] 217-685-2041Illinois State Fire Marshal Awards $1.5 Million in Grants to Illinois Fire Departments and EMS ProvidersSpringfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announc…

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March 2, 2023 at 9:04 PM

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL AND ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS ISSUE GUIDANCE ON PROTECTIONS AGAINST DISCRIMINATION RELATED TO PREGNANCY, REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH DECISIONS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                                   Contact:March 2, 2023                                                                                     [email protected]                                                        …

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March 2, 2023 at 7:04 PM

Notice of Funding Opportunity for 2023 Urban Area Nonprofit Security Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseMarch 2, 2023 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] of Funding Opportunity for 2023 Urban Area Nonprofit Security Grant Program2023 Statewide Nonprofit Security Grant ProgramSpringfield – The Illinois Emergen…

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March 2, 2023 at 6:32 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces New Partnership Between Illinois Universities and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 2, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces New Partnership Between Illinois Universities and the Chan Zuckerberg InitiativeGroup of Illinois universities selected by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) for new sta…

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March 2, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces New Partnership Between Illinois Universities and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 2, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces New Partnership Between Illinois Universities and the Chan Zuckerberg InitiativeGroup of Illinois universities selected by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) for new sta…

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March 1, 2023 at 7:07 PM

DCEO Celebrates Women's HERstory Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 1, 2023DCEO Contact:[email protected] Celebrates Women's HERstory MonthCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) launched its annual Women's HERstory Month campaign — developed to celebrate and support wo…

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March 1, 2023 at 6:43 PM

Artifact Identification Day returns to Dickson Mounds

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2023 For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] Identification Day returns to Dickson MoundsMuseum visitors encouraged to bring their curiosities and questionsLEWISTOWN — The Illinois State Museum an…

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March 1, 2023 at 5:36 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Nearly $60 Million in Grants for 118 Local Park and Recreation Projects Throughout Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, March 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Nearly $60 Million in Grants for 118 Local Park and Recreation Projects Throughout IllinoisLargest round of funding ever will cover 100% of eligible projects located in e…

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March 1, 2023 at 5:34 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Nearly $60 Million in Grants for 118 Local Park and Recreation Projects Throughout Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, March 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Nearly $60 Million in Grants for 118 Local Park and Recreation Projects Throughout IllinoisLargest round of funding ever will cover 100% of eligible projects located in e…

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March 1, 2023 at 4:36 PM

Illinois Ranks #2 State in the Nation for Corporate Investment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, March 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Ranks #2 State in the Nation for Corporate Investment Chicago takes the title as ‘Top Metro’ in the nation for 10th straight yearCHICAGO — Site Selection Magazine – an international ind…

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March 1, 2023 at 4:26 PM

Illinois Ranks #2 State in the Nation for Corporate Investment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, March 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Ranks #2 State in the Nation for Corporate Investment Chicago takes the title as ‘Top Metro’ in the nation for 10th straight yearCHICAGO — Site Selection Magazine – an international ind…

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February 28, 2023 at 8:34 PM

CMS Announces Launch of Reparations Commission Website to Inform Public about Economic Inequities Due to Impacts of Slavery

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 28, 2023CONTACT: Cathy Kwiatkowski, CMS [email protected] CMS Announces Launch of Reparations Commission Website to Inform Public about Economic Inequities Due to Impacts of SlaveryCMS Announces Launch of Reparations Commission Websit…

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February 28, 2023 at 7:39 PM

ILLINOIS LT. GOV. JULIANA STRATTON TESTIFIES AT U.S. SENATE HEARING ON THE EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT

Illinois e-News ReleaseFEB. 28, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] LT. GOV. JULIANA STRATTON TESTIFIES AT U.S. SENATE HEARING ON THE EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENTWASHINGTON – The journey to equality must push forward. On Tuesday, February 28, 2023, Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, along …

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February 28, 2023 at 6:41 PM

Major rehabilitation of the Kennedy begins March 20

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                               CONTACT: Feb. 28, 2023                                                                                         Maria Castaneda    312.447.1919                                                  …

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February 28, 2023 at 6:02 PM

State of Illinois Launches Coalition in Effort to Eliminate Viral Hepatitis in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 28, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] of Illinois Launches Coalition in Effort to Eliminate Viral Hepatitis in Illinois IDPH Convened Stakeholders from Around Illinois at Kickoff Meeting CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public H…

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February 28, 2023 at 5:04 PM

ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO RETURNS FIRST WEEKEND IN MARCH

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 27, 2023 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO RETURNS FIRST WEEKEND IN MARCHSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will host the 24th Illinois Product Expo, March 4th and 5th in the Orr Building on t…

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February 28, 2023 at 4:05 PM

Alter Bridge with Mammoth WVH to Rock the Illinois State Fair Grandstand Stage on Governor’s Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release February 28, 2023Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Alter Bridge with Mammoth WVH to Rock the Illinois State Fair Grandstand Stage on Governor’s DaySPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair will welcome rock groups Alter Bridge and Mammoth WVH on Wednes…

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February 27, 2023 at 8:03 PM

IDOA NOW ACCEPTING SPECIALTY CROP BLOCK GRANT PROPOSALS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 27, 2023 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283IDOA NOW ACCEPTING SPECIALTY CROP BLOCK GRANT PROPOSALSApplications for Funds are Due March 23rd SPRINGFIELD, IL. – In an effort to expand the availability of fresh, locally-grown produce and strength…

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February 24, 2023 at 7:06 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 24, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 20 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Department of Public Health Announces New Test to Treat Service Launched by SIU MedicineCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of P…

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February 24, 2023 at 5:43 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Recommendations from Children’s Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 24, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Recommendations from Children’s Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative Initiative proposes steps to strengthen the delivery of behavioral and mental health services…

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February 24, 2023 at 3:31 PM

John Daniel Lane kicks off 2023 Carl Sandburg Songbag Concert Series

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Feb. 24, 2023Media contact: [email protected] Daniel Lane kicks off 2023 Carl Sandburg Songbag Concert SeriesMarch 12 concert to feature traditional and original musicGALESBURG – The 2023 Carl Sandburg Songbag Concert Series begins…

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February 24, 2023 at 3:07 PM

Montgomery County’s Dan Dobrinich named 2022 IRAP Landowner of the Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Feb. 24, 2023Media contact: [email protected] County’s Dan Dobrinich named 2022 IRAP Landowner of the YearSPRINGFIELD – Dan Dobrinich, a Montgomery County resident and an advocate for youth hunting and fishing, is the Illinois…

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February 23, 2023 at 9:03 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces 2023 Theme Days

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release February 24, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Illinois State Fair Announces 2023 Theme DaysAgriculture Day Moves to First FridaySPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is excited to announce new theme and discount days for 2023. Changes have be…

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February 23, 2023 at 8:08 PM

Illinois Conservation Foundation Hall of Fame Gala set for April 6

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Feb. 23, 2023Media contact: [email protected] Illinois Conservation Foundation Hall of Fame Gala set for April 6In-person event features induction ceremony and other activitiesSPRINGFIELD – The 2022 class of the Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fa…

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February 23, 2023 at 7:20 PM

Illinois Earns Credit Upgrade from S&P

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, February 23, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Earns Credit Upgrade from S&PIllinois’ Seventh Credit Upgrade Under Gov. PritzkerSPRINGFIELD -- Governor JB Pritzker today celebrated S&P Global Ratings’ upgrade of Illinois …

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February 23, 2023 at 4:03 PM

COMMUNITY GARDEN SEEKS GARDENERS FOR 2023 SEASON

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 23, 2023 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283COMMUNITY GARDEN SEEKS GARDENERS FOR 2023 SEASONCommunity Garden to Open March 10thSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture is actively seeking individuals or families who are interest…

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February 22, 2023 at 7:43 PM

Illinois hunters harvest more than 158,000 deer during 2022-2023 seasons

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Feb. 22, 2023Media contact: [email protected] hunters harvest more than 158,000 deer during 2022-2023 seasonsSPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 158,010 deer during all 2022-2023 archery and fir…

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February 22, 2023 at 7:02 PM

Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward award recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 22, 2023 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward award recipientsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced five award recipients from the recent 32nd Today’s Ch…

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February 21, 2023 at 9:59 PM

Gov. Pritzker’s Smart Start Illinois Tour Continues with Visits to Peoria and Macomb

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, February 21, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker’s Smart Start Illinois Tour Continues with Visits to Peoria and MacombThe visits highlight transformative early childhood education investments proposed in the FY24 budgetPEORIA …

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February 21, 2023 at 8:47 PM

Cook County Awards Community-Based Service Providers $25 Million to Address Gun Violence

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:Tuesday, February 21, 2023Contact:Marisa KolliasIllinois Department of Human Services312.914.3682Laura GrossmanJustice Advisory Council312.603.1133Nick Roberts MathiowdisOffice of the President773.505.7612Cook County Awards Community-Based Service Provide…

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February 21, 2023 at 7:50 PM

IDFPR Announces Landmark Legislation to Launch Illinois Consumer Financial Protection into the Digital Age

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:February 21, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Announces Landmark Legislation to Launch Illinois Consumer Financial Protection into the Digital AgeProposals would establish critical consumer protections for cryptocurrencies and o…

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February 21, 2023 at 7:49 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 21, 2023 CONTACT: Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Building Blocks of Success IDOT announces March dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshopsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting fre…

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February 21, 2023 at 5:39 PM

Gov. Pritzker Joins Reproductive Freedom Alliance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, February 21, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Joins Reproductive Freedom AllianceThe non-partisan coalition of Governors will collaborate to protect and expand reproductive freedomChicago—Governor JB Pritzker today announced…

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February 20, 2023 at 3:03 PM

IDOA and State Fire Marshal Stresses Safety While Farmers Work in or around Grain Bins

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 20, 2023 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283JC Fultz (217) 685-2041IDOA and State Fire Marshal Stresses Safety While Farmers Work in or around Grain BinsNationally, more than 900 cases of grain engulfment have been reported with a fatality rate…

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February 17, 2023 at 11:42 PM

Harper Square Cooperative Disaster Declaration for Deadly Fire

Illinois e-News ReleaseFebruary 17, 2023Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Square Cooperative Disaster Declaration for Deadly FireChicago – Today Governor JB Pritzker announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved a disaster decl…

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February 17, 2023 at 10:28 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Eight Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Eight Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in hi…

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February 17, 2023 at 10:13 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Exec. Order Submitted to Rename Illinois Emergency Management Agency to Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFebruary 17, 2023Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Exec. Order Submitted to Rename Illinois Emergency Management Agency to Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS)Springfield …

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February 17, 2023 at 9:47 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: SB 1001Description: Reduces fees for First Class Wine Makers.Action: SignedEffective: Imme…

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February 17, 2023 at 9:21 PM

Gov. Pritzker Names Arnie Rivera New Head of Illinois Tollway Board

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Names Arnie Rivera New Head of Illinois Tollway BoardChicago—Today Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Tollway announced the appointment of Arnie Rivera as the new chair of the …

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February 17, 2023 at 9:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Appoints James Rivera as Illinois State Fire Marshal

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Appoints James Rivera as Illinois State Fire MarshalSPRINGFIELD— Today, Governor JB Pritzker announced James Rivera has been appointed to serve as Illinois State Fire Marshal. Riv…

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February 17, 2023 at 8:14 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill Removing Barriers to Access for Legal Gender Change Process

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Bill Removing Barriers to Access for Legal Gender Change ProcessChicago—Governor JB Pritzker today signed HB0009 into law, authorizing an easier process for individuals seek…

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February 17, 2023 at 7:34 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Small Black Businesses in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Small Black Businesses in ChicagoBlack McDonald’s Operators Association and Three Black-Owned Businesses Honored at EventCHICAGO — Governor Pritzker today joined the De…

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February 17, 2023 at 7:16 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 17, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 19 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced today that the CDC is reporting 19 counties in the state a…

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February 17, 2023 at 6:52 PM

Gov. Pritzker Continues Smart Start Tour with Visit to Erie Neighborhood House in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Continues Smart Start Tour with Visit to Erie Neighborhood House in ChicagoThe visit shares transformative early childhood education investments proposed in the FY24 budgetCHICAGO…

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February 17, 2023 at 4:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Launches Smart Start Tour with Visits to Springfield, Metro East, and Mount Vernon

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 16, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Launches Smart Start Tour with Visits to Springfield, Metro East, and Mount VernonThe visits highlight transformative early childhood education investments proposed in the FY24 bu…

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February 17, 2023 at 3:48 PM

New 861 Area Code is Coming to the Illinois 309 Area Code Region

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, 2023ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] 861 Area Code is Coming to the Illinois 309 Area Code RegionSpringfield, IL –With new telephone numbers in west-central Illinois in high demand, the Illinois Commerc…

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February 17, 2023 at 3:17 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Over $21 Million in Grants for New Wastewater Infrastructure

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 17, 2023Contact: Kim [email protected] Administration Announces Over $21 Million in Grants for New Wastewater InfrastructureSix Illinois Communities to Receive Funding Through Illinois EPA Unsewered Communities Const…

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