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June 19, 2023 at 6:06 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Supports Trench Safety Stand Down

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 19, 2023Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Supports Trench Safety Stand DownStand Down puts focus on safety surrounding trenching and excavationSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL)…

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June 16, 2023 at 9:14 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 16, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his adm…

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June 16, 2023 at 8:49 PM

Gov. Pritzker’s Commission on Workforce Equity & Access Releases Strategic Recommendations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 16, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker’s Commission on Workforce Equity & Access Releases Strategic RecommendationsCommission was convened in 2021 to review the state’s workforce development systemSpringfield—Governor …

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June 16, 2023 at 8:48 PM

IDNR announces 2023 schedule of waterfowl blind site drawings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, June 16, 2023Media contact: [email protected] announces 2023 schedule of waterfowl blind site drawingsDrawings are for public hunting area waterfowl blind sitesSPRINGFIELD – Waterfowl hunters are encouraged to mark their calendars f…

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June 16, 2023 at 7:11 PM

HFS Announces Next Steps for Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults and Seniors Programs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJUNE 16, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Announces Next Steps for Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults and Seniors ProgramsDepartment files emergency and regular rules, takes steps to ensure spending does not exceed funds provided by the General As…

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June 16, 2023 at 3:27 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 16, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 3902Description: Creates the Drones as First Responders Act.Action: SignedEffective: Immedi…

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June 15, 2023 at 7:24 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Finds Chicago Casino Applicant Preliminarily Suitable

Illinois e-News ReleaseJune 15, 2023For More Information Contact:Joe [email protected] Gaming Board Finds Chicago Casino Applicant Preliminarily SuitableIssues Casino and Sports Wagering Licenses to Waukegan Casino, Renews Quad Cities Casino License, and Approves Ext…

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June 15, 2023 at 7:12 PM

West Nile Virus Reported in Four Illinois Counties so far in 2023 as IDPH Warns Public to “Fight the Bite”

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 15, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] Nile Virus Reported in Four Illinois Counties so far in 2023 as IDPH Warns Public to “Fight the Bite”Ahead of National Mosquito Control Awareness Week, IDPH Reports that Eight Deaths Recorded in Illi…

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June 15, 2023 at 6:52 PM

Public reminded live red swamp crayfish are highly invasive, illegal to possess in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, June 15, 2023Media contact: [email protected] reminded live red swamp crayfish are highly invasive, illegal to possess in IllinoisCommonly used for crawfish boils, possession and sale can lead to fines and penaltiesSPRINGFIELD –…

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June 15, 2023 at 5:12 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate Down in May

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: June 15, 2023 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Illinois Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate Down in MaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate fell -0.1 percentage…

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June 15, 2023 at 4:21 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $6 Million in Funding for Energy Transition Navigators Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Governor Pritzker Announces $6 Million in Funding for Energy Transition Navigators Program Eligible Community-Based Providers Can Apply to Serve as Energy Transition NavigatorsSPRINGFIELD – Governor JB …

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June 15, 2023 at 1:16 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Secures Significant Win for Workers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Secures Significant Win for WorkersEmployer ordered to pay $148,600CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) secured a judgment against India B…

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June 14, 2023 at 6:16 PM

Pritzker Administration Launches Home Illinois Anti-Homelessness Initiative

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Administration Launches Home Illinois Anti-Homelessness InitiativeHousing advocates, community leaders, and experts gathered at an inaugural summit to address homelessness in IllinoisCH…

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June 13, 2023 at 9:17 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Statewide Partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Statewide Partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library All Children in Illinois can Receive Free Books Mailed to Their HomeMETRO EAST — Today, Governor JB Pritzker j…

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June 13, 2023 at 7:54 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collection Program

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2023   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collection Program$750,000 Available to Conduct Household Waste Collection and Disposal ProgramSPR…

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June 13, 2023 at 7:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Opening of $31 Million Expanded Terminal at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Announces Opening of $31 Million Expanded Terminal at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport $7 million in state funding supports passenger growth, increases airline service opportunitiesMETR…

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June 13, 2023 at 3:35 PM

Gov. Pritzker Joins Missouri Officials to Celebrate Start of New I-270 Chain of Rocks Bridge

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Joins Missouri Officials to Celebrate Start of New I-270 Chain of Rocks BridgeJoint $531.6 million project will improve safety and mobility along major freight, travel corridorGRANIT…

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June 13, 2023 at 3:16 PM

Double Your Fun at the 2023 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release June 13, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Double Your Fun at the 2023 Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair announced today a new promotion that will give fairgoers a way to double their fun during the 2023 Illinois State F…

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June 12, 2023 at 9:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Five Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Five Appointments to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his ad…

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June 12, 2023 at 9:06 PM

Lincoln Service schedule change as passenger trains reach 110 mph

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 12, 2023 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Lincoln Service schedule change as passenger trains reach 110 mphChicago-to-St. Louis project reducing travel times, improving safety and serviceCHICAGO – Gov. JB Pritzker and th…

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June 12, 2023 at 8:45 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology supplier diversity office invites vendors to participate in procurement webinar

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 12, 2023 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology supplier diversity office invites vendors to participate in procurement webinar SPRINGFIELD – The supplier diversity of…

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June 12, 2023 at 6:59 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill Making Illinois First State in the Nation to Outlaw Book Bans

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Bill Making Illinois First State in the Nation to Outlaw Book BansCHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker was joined by Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, Illinois Secretary of State …

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June 12, 2023 at 2:09 PM

Department on Aging Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 12, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness DaySPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) are calling on c…

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June 9, 2023 at 9:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his admini…

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June 9, 2023 at 8:14 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology offers technical details associated with global ransomware attack

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 9, 2023FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology offers technical details associated with global ransomware attackSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Innovation & …

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June 9, 2023 at 6:50 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: HB 0217Description: Allows Will County to quick-take specified land for road construction with…

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June 9, 2023 at 6:04 PM

IDPH Reports All Illinois Counties are at Low Level for COVID-19 Under New Surveillance System

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] Reports All Illinois Counties are at Low Level for COVID-19 Under New Surveillance System Next IDPH Update to be Issued July 14CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that …

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June 8, 2023 at 7:18 PM

ILCC Files Emergency Rule Regulating Placement and Display of Co-Branded Alcoholic Beverages in Retail Establishments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 8, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Files Emergency Rule Regulating Placement and Display of Co-Branded Alcoholic Beverages in Retail EstablishmentsEmergency Rule Filed to Prevent Consumer Confusion Between Alcoholic and Non-Al…

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June 8, 2023 at 6:19 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $15 Million In New, Competitive Homeownership Assistance Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release June 8, 2023 Contact: Andrew Field [email protected] Pritzker Announces $15 Million In New, Competitive Homeownership Assistance Program New Down Payment Assistance Program Provides $10,000 to Make Buying a Home More AffordableCHICAGO – Governor JB …

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June 7, 2023 at 8:47 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: HB 3817Description: Establishes the FY 2024 Budget Implementation Act, necessary to impleme…

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June 7, 2023 at 8:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his admin…

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June 7, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Public Health Officials Warn about a Salmonella Outbreak Affecting NE Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 7, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] Health Officials Warn about a Salmonella Outbreak Affecting NE IllinoisCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is working with local health departments, the CDC and the U.S. Departm…

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June 7, 2023 at 4:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Fifth Balanced Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Fifth Balanced BudgetFY24 Budget Makes Transformative Investments in Education, Workforce and Economic Development, and Efforts to Fight PovertyCHICAGO – Building on four year…

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June 6, 2023 at 9:48 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 3062Description: Sets a venue for actions asserting constitutional claims against the Stat…

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June 6, 2023 at 9:32 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Freeport and the Quad Cities to Highlight Transformative Education Investments in FY24 Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Freeport and the Quad Cities to Highlight Transformative Education Investments in FY24 Budget The Governor’s fifth balanced budget includes historic investments in early childh…

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June 6, 2023 at 6:41 PM

Decatur and Franklin Park Rail Safety Projects Awarded New Funds from the Federal Railroad Administration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] and Franklin Park Rail Safety Projects Awarded New Funds from the Federal Railroad AdministrationSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) commends th…

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June 6, 2023 at 5:29 PM

Fur real...Treats, Toys, and Papers are part of your Purrrrrfect kit for Pet Preparedness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseJune 6, 2023Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] real…Treats, Toys, and Papers are part of your Purrrrrfect kit for Pet Preparedness MonthSpringfield – June is Pet Preparedness Month and the Illinois Emergency …

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June 6, 2023 at 5:03 PM

EARLY CHILDHOOD ACCESS CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY ANNOUNCES EXPANDED ELIGIBILITY FOR ECACE SCHOLARSHIP

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2023 Contact ISAC: Lynne Baker - 847-831-8024 IBHE: José García - 773-758-4955 ICCB: Matt Berry - 217-785-7411EARLY CHILDHOOD ACCESS CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY ANNOUNCES EXPANDED ELIGIBILITY FOR ECACE SCHOLARSHIPScholarship Program Serves Eligible Work…

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June 6, 2023 at 3:11 PM

IDOA SCHEDULES CLEAN SWEEP COLLECTION IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2023 CONTACT:June 6, 2023 Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546IDOA SCHEDULES CLEAN SWEEP COLLECTION IN CENTRAL ILLINOISProgram Will Safely Dispose of Unwanted Agricultural PesticidesSPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois residents can dispose of unwanted agrichemical…

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June 6, 2023 at 2:48 PM

Secretary of State Giannoulias Charges Coinbase in Groundbreaking Suit

Illinois e-News ReleaseJune 6, 2023Leen Yassine(773) [email protected] of State Giannoulias Charges Coinbase in Groundbreaking SuitIllinois is among 10 states initiating legal actions against crypto exchange for violating securities lawsIllinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias…

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June 5, 2023 at 9:19 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his admin…

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June 5, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Peoria and Quincy to Highlight FY24 Budget Investments in Poverty Prevention and Higher Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Peoria and Quincy to Highlight FY24 Budget Investments in Poverty Prevention and Higher EducationThe Governor’s fifth balanced budget includes historic investments in programs i…

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June 5, 2023 at 7:32 PM

IDPH Providing Air Purifiers to Improve Air Quality in Illinois Head Start Classrooms

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Providing Air Purifiers to Improve Air Quality in Illinois Head Start ClassroomsPublic Health Agency is also Providing COVID-19 Antigen Tests; Schools with Clean Air Record Fewer Sick Students and Improv…

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June 5, 2023 at 4:33 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $12.6 Million in Grants for Public Light-Duty Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces $12.6 Million in Grants for Public Light-Duty Electric Vehicle Charging InfrastructureGrants will fund 348 new EV fast charging ports at 87 Illinois locationsSPRINGFIEL…

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June 5, 2023 at 3:05 PM

DCFS Welcomes Applicants to Inaugural On-the-Spot Hiring Event in Rockford

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2023 MEDIA CONTACTHeather [email protected] Welcomes Applicants to Inaugural On-the-Spot Hiring Event in RockfordProcess expedites hiring process for qualified candidates up to 80 percent ROCKFORD, Ill. – Today jo…

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June 2, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 2, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his admini…

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June 1, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Carbondale and Fairfield to Highlight FY24 Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Carbondale and Fairfield to Highlight FY24 Budget The Governor’s fifth balanced budget includes historic investments in higher education and early childhood CARBONDALE— Today,…

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June 1, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Illinois EPA Issues an Air Quality Alert for Friday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseJune 01, 2023Illinois EPA Issues an Air Quality Alert for FridayWarm, dry, and sunny conditions, along with increasing drought conditions contributing to increased ground-level ozone SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director John …

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June 1, 2023 at 8:58 PM

Renewal Fee Waivers for 1A Retailers to End on June 30th

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 1, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Fee Waivers for 1A Retailers to End on June 30thILCC’s yearlong renewal fee waiver program coming to an endThe Illinois Liquor Control Commission’s (ILCC) renewal fee waiver program for …

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June 1, 2023 at 8:08 PM

IDPH Reports First Mosquito Batches of 2023 to Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Park Ridge and Evanston

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 1, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] IDPH Reports First Mosquito Batches of 2023 to Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Park Ridge and Evanston CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has confirmed the first three batches …

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