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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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February 15, 2023 at 9:30 PM

Interrupted Journey exhibition opens at Dickson Mounds Museum

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 2023 For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] Journey exhibition opens at Dickson Mounds MuseumNora Moore Lloyd's photographic journal of bird rescue and relationship is now on viewLEWISTOWN…

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February 15, 2023 at 8:56 PM

Governor Pritzker’s Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Makes Historic Investments in Higher Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseFebruary 15, 2023IBHE: José García - 773-758-4955 ICCB: Matt Berry - 217-785-7411 ISAC: Lynne Baker - 847-831-8024 Governor Pritzker’s Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Makes Historic Investments in Higher EducationInvestments Will Help Close Equity Gaps and Increas…

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February 15, 2023 at 6:43 PM

Gov. Pritzker Proposes Transformative, Generational Investments in FY24 Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, February 15, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Proposes Transformative, Generational Investments in FY24 BudgetBuilding on fiscal progress, Gov. proposes investments in education, efforts to fight povertySPRINGFIELD – Build…

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February 14, 2023 at 7:24 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Reminds Eligible Taxpayers to Take Advantage of Senior Citizens Tax Deferral Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: February 14, 2023 Contacts: Maura Kownacki312.814.1777Illinois Department of Revenue Reminds Eligible Taxpayers to Take Advantage of Senior Citizens Tax Deferral Program Program Expanded and Income Thresholds Increased this YearChicago -The Illinois…

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February 14, 2023 at 7:03 PM

ISP, IDHS, AND TASC EXPANDING DEFLECTION INITIATIVE TO IMPROVE COMMUNITIES

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2023 CONTACT: IDHS – [email protected] – [email protected] ICJIA – [email protected] ISP, IDHS, AND TASC EXPANDING DEFLECTION INITIATIVE TO IMPROVE COMMUNITIESSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) and …

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February 14, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Illinois Natives REO Speedwagon Return to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand Stage

Illinois e-News Release For Immediate Release February 14, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Illinois Natives REO Speedwagon Return to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand StageSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Lottery Grandstand will be rocking when REO Speedwagon returns to the Illinois State F…

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February 14, 2023 at 2:47 PM

Effingham Highway-Rail Crossing Project Gets Approval from ICC

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2023ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Highway-Rail Crossing Project Gets Approval from ICCSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission approved a public safety project for a highway-rail cros…

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February 14, 2023 at 2:41 PM

Oswego Highway-Rail Crossing Project Gets Approval from ICC

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2023ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Highway-Rail Crossing Project Gets Approval from ICCSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission approved a public safety project for a highway-rail crossin…

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February 14, 2023 at 2:17 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces the 2023 Order of Lincoln Recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, February 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces the 2023 Order of Lincoln Recipients Award is state’s highest honor for professional achievement and public service CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker today announced the 2…

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February 10, 2023 at 10:40 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Seven Appointments and One Director to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 10, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Seven Appointments and One Director to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following a…

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February 10, 2023 at 9:45 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 10, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 0045Description: Amends the Election Code surrounding Judicial Subcircuits.Action: Sign…

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February 10, 2023 at 7:03 PM

IDPH Reports 15 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 10, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 15 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Department of Public Health Launches STATeam to Provide Support, Treatment & Access to Protect Most Vulnerable Illinoisans…

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February 9, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Portion of main loop at Rock Cut State Park to be closed for road project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Feb. 9, 2023Contact: [email protected] of main loop at Rock Cut State Park to be closed for road projectClosure expected to last into the fallLOVES PARK – A portion of the main road loop in Rock Cut State Park near Rockford wil…

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February 9, 2023 at 9:11 PM

IDNR seeking summer instructors for Urban Fishing Program clinics

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Feb. 9, 2023Media [email protected] seeking summer instructors for Urban Fishing Program clinicsPositions available at locations around the stateSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking applican…

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February 9, 2023 at 7:34 PM

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE METROPOLITAN ENFORCEMENT GROUPS AND DRUG TASK FORCES SUCCESSES IN 2022

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 9, 2023 CONTACT: ISP Public Information [email protected] STATE POLICE METROPOLITAN ENFORCEMENT GROUPS AND DRUG TASK FORCES SUCCESSES IN 2022SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP), working with local law enforcem…

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February 9, 2023 at 7:02 PM

Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance Available

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release February 9, 2023 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance AvailableCHICAGO - Low-to-moderate income families and older adults needing assistance filing their 2022 income taxes can receive free help through s…

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February 9, 2023 at 4:54 PM

Fly like an Eagle and make a sober ride home the Chief goal of this year’s Super Bowl

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 9. 2023 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda (IDOT) [email protected] 217.524.2500 Fly like an Eagle and make a sober ride home the Chief goal of this year’s Super BowlIntercepting the keys of impaired dr…

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February 8, 2023 at 8:28 PM

Illinois Conservation Police recruiting new class of trainees

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Feb. 8, 2023Media contactConservation Police Lt. Eric Rollins, [email protected] Conservation Police recruiting new class of traineesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Office of Law Enforcement is s…

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February 8, 2023 at 8:04 PM

Lincoln Tomb distributing new education cards during Black History Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Feb. 8, 2023Contact: [email protected] Tomb distributing new education cards during Black History MonthCards commemorate Black leaders interred at Oak Ridge CemeterySPRINGFIELD – Every guest who visits the Lincoln Tomb State H…

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February 7, 2023 at 7:32 PM

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE PUBLIC SAFETY ENFORCEMENT GROUP REDUCES VIOLENCE IN 2022

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 7, 2023 CONTACT: ISP Public Information [email protected] STATE POLICE PUBLIC SAFETY ENFORCEMENT GROUP REDUCES VIOLENCE IN 2022Both homicides and nonfatal shootings decreaseEAST ST. LOUIS – The Illinois State Police (ISP…

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February 7, 2023 at 7:28 PM

ICC 2022 Supplier Diversity Report Shows Positive Gains in Spending by 'Big 6' Utilities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 7, 2023ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) [email protected] 2022 Supplier Diversity Report Shows Positive Gains in Spending by 'Big 6' UtilitiesSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission’s Office of Diversity and Communi…

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February 7, 2023 at 5:58 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announce $24.6 Million Improvement to Peoria’s Bob Michel Bridge

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, February 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announce $24.6 Million Improvement to Peoria’s Bob Michel BridgeLatest investment in region’s bridges condensed to one construction seasonPEORIA — Governor JB Pritzker today joine…

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February 7, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Vandalia Statehouse to host celebration of Lincoln’s birthday Saturday, Feb. 11

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Feb. 7, 2023Contact: [email protected] Statehouse to host celebration of Lincoln’s birthday Saturday, Feb. 11VANDALIA – The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will host its annual Lincoln’s Birthday celebration at 2 p.m. on Satur…

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February 7, 2023 at 5:16 PM

Illinois Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office Launches Cannabis Disparity and Availability Study

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:February 7, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office Launches Cannabis Disparity and Availability StudyDisparity Study Complies with the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act and Conducts Legal Assessme…

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February 6, 2023 at 10:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Three Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, February 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Three Appointments to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in hi…

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February 6, 2023 at 6:27 PM

Portions of Illinois Beach State Park to be inaccessible during construction

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Feb. 6, 2023Contact: [email protected] of Illinois Beach State Park to be inaccessible during constructionErosion mitigation project moving forwardSPRINGFIELD – Access to portions of Illinois Beach State Park North Unit will be …

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February 6, 2023 at 4:47 PM

OSFM Stresses Safety During Burn Awareness Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: February 6, 2023 Contact: JC [email protected] OSFM Stresses Safety During Burn Awareness WeekThe CDC reported 276,086 people received medical care for unintentional burn injuries in 2020.Springfield, Ill- National Burn Awarenes…

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February 6, 2023 at 4:10 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $40 Million Grant Opportunity to Develop Megasites

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2,2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $40 Million Grant Opportunity to Develop MegasitesFirst-of-its-kind grant opportunity creates investment-ready industrial sites to attract businesses and spur economic growthCHICA…

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February 6, 2023 at 3:59 PM

ICC Approves Highway-Rail Public Safety Improvements for Randolph County

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Approves Highway-Rail Public Safety Improvements for Randolph CountySpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission has approved Stipulated Agreements advancing t…

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February 6, 2023 at 3:44 PM

Logan County Highway-Rail Project Approved by the ICC

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] County Highway-Rail Project Approved by the ICCSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission has approved a Stipulated Agreement requiring highway-rail crossi…

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February 3, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Seven Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 3, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Seven Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his…

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February 3, 2023 at 9:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 3, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: SB 1836Description: Amends the Nurse Practice Act by making changes to contracts between fo…

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February 3, 2023 at 8:08 PM

IDPH Reports 5 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 3, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 5 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19White House and Governor Pritzker Announce Emergency Declarations to Expire in May; IDPH Pledges to Remain Vigilant and Protect …

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February 3, 2023 at 7:03 PM

IDPH Reports 4 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 3, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 4 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19White House and Governor Pritzker Announce Emergency Declarations to Expire in May; IDPH Pledges to Remain Vigilant and Protect …

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February 3, 2023 at 5:02 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Inaugural Cohort of the Governor’s Office Academy of Leadership (G.O.A.L.)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 3, 2023CONTACT: Cathy Kwiatkowski, CMS [email protected] Pritzker Administration Announces Inaugural Cohort of the Governor’s Office Academy of Leadership (G.O.A.L.) Advancing Excellence in Public Service LeadershipSPRINGFIELD - Gover…

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February 3, 2023 at 4:27 PM

Illinois Ranked Number One for Workforce Development

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 3, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Ranked Number One for Workforce DevelopmentThe ranking highlights Illinois’ continued job and economic growthCHICAGO — Illinois has been named the number one leader for workforce develo…

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February 3, 2023 at 4:02 PM

IBHE awards $10.5 million in second round of GEER grants to Illinois institutions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 3, 2023Contact: José García 773.758.4955 Cell [email protected] IBHE awards $10.5 million in second round of GEER grants to Illinois institutionsFunds will be used to provide supports for students most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemicSPRINGFIELD – …

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February 2, 2023 at 9:34 PM

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Celebrates Black History Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Celebrates Black History MonthCHICAGO -The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) launched its annual Black His…

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