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September 7, 2023 at 5:28 PM

Strengthening readiness efforts for all Illinois communities during National Preparedness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseSeptember 7, 2023 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] readiness efforts for all Illinois communities during National Preparedness MonthSPRINGFIELD – September is the start of National Pr…

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September 7, 2023 at 4:00 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Health Science Building at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, September 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Health Science Building at Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleConstruction to begin on new state-of-the-art experiential learning center f…

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September 7, 2023 at 3:31 PM

USDA Announces Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Funding Awarded to Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release September 7, 2023 Contact:Tyler Bohannon (217) 720-3214USDA Announces Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Funding Awarded to IllinoisSPRINGFIELD, IL- The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today awarded over $544,0…

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September 7, 2023 at 1:19 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Back-to-School Season in Springfield with U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, September 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Back-to-School Season in Springfield with U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel CardonaTour highlighted elementary school afterschool programs and statewide K-12 educati…

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September 6, 2023 at 6:33 PM

IDPH Awards $249,000 Grant to Peoria Hospital to Improve Pediatric Emergency, Disaster Readiness

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 6, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected] IDPH Awards $249,000 Grant to Peoria Hospital to Improve Pediatric Emergency, Disaster ReadinessFunding for Children’s Hospital of Illinois will be used to assess disaster car…

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September 6, 2023 at 4:01 PM

Gov. Pritzker and Incobrasa Industries Break Ground on $250 Million Manufacturing Facility Expansion

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, September 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker and Incobrasa Industries Break Ground on $250 Million Manufacturing Facility ExpansionNew expansions to the soybean processing plant in Gilman will increase jobs, commerce, and…

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September 5, 2023 at 2:05 PM

Effingham Fire Department Achieves SHARP Designation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 5, 2023Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Fire Department Achieves SHARP DesignationDepartment recognized for exceptional commitment to workplace safetySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor's (IDOL) On-…

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September 4, 2023 at 2:05 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Presents 2023 Labor Day Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2023 Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Presents 2023 Labor Day ReportReport highlights Department’s focus on education, enforcement and community partnershipsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois De…

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September 1, 2023 at 9:35 PM

Illinois Liquor Control Commission Reminder: Celebrate Labor Day Responsibly

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 1, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Liquor Control Commission Reminder: Celebrate Labor Day ResponsiblyThe Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) is reminding Illinois residents to celebrate Labor Day responsibly.Ac…

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September 1, 2023 at 8:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, September 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his ad…

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September 1, 2023 at 8:06 PM

Illinois Announces LIHEAP Program Year Schedule Expansion for Energy Bill Assistance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 01, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Announces LIHEAP Program Year Schedule Expansion for Energy Bill AssistanceExpanded program year and tiered application will prioritize families most in need of assistance; Applications will…

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September 1, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Illinois DCFS Launches Child Welfare Dashboard and Study of Child Protection Services to Increase Transparency and Accountability

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseSeptember 1, 2023Contact: Heather [email protected] DCFS Launches Child Welfare Dashboard and Study of Child Protection Services to Increase Transparency and AccountabilityDepartment publishes metrics online; partners …

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September 1, 2023 at 5:38 PM

Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund Program Closing in 60 Days

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Sept. 1, 2023 Contact: Andrew [email protected] Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund Program Closing in 60 DaysHomeowners struggling to stay current with housing payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic have until Oct. 31 to apply for free aid.CHICAGO – The…

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September 1, 2023 at 2:08 PM

ILLINOIS ARTS COUNCIL AGENCY ANNOUNCES 2024 ARTIST FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, September 1, [email protected] ARTS COUNCIL AGENCY ANNOUNCES 2024 ARTIST FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMAPPLICATION/GUIDELINES NOW AVAILABLEThe Illinois Arts Council Agency (IACA) is pleased to announce the opening of the fiscal yea…

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August 31, 2023 at 6:13 PM

Giannoulias to Launch Skip-the-Line Program Friday at State's Busiest DMVs

Illinois e-News ReleaseAugust 31, 2023Leen Yassine(773) [email protected] to Launch Skip-the-Line Program Friday at State's Busiest DMVsScheduling appointments and new extended hours part of initiative to save customers time• Push for more Illinoisans to renew online• Required ap…

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August 31, 2023 at 5:14 PM

Lanes opening where possible for Labor Day weekend travel

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 31, 2023 CONTACT:Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Lanes opening where possible for Labor Day weekend travelNon-emergency closures suspended, public should still expect work zones   SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transpo…

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August 30, 2023 at 6:05 PM

Impaired driving over Labor Day - “It’s Not a Game”

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 30, 2023 CONTACT:Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919Melaney Arnold (ISP) 217.524.2500Impaired driving over Labor Day - “It’s Not a Game”IDOT, Illinois State Police remind motorists to drive sober, buckle upSPRINGFIELD…

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August 30, 2023 at 4:45 PM

Illinois State Museum and Jewish Federation partner for Violins of Hope

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 30, 2023 For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] State Museum and Jewish Federation partner for Violins of Hope Features a display and recital with Holocaust-era violinsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois St…

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August 29, 2023 at 5:41 PM

IDPH & Shelby County Announce Negative Environmental Testing Results for Legionella Bacteria in Findlay

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 29, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH & Shelby County Announce Negative Environmental Testing Results for Legionella Bacteria in Findlay SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Shel…

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August 29, 2023 at 5:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Increased Access to Mental Health Services for Rural Farmers and Agricultural Communities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, August 29, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Increased Access to Mental Health Services for Rural Farmers and Agricultural Communities2023 Farm Progress Show in Decatur kicks off initiative to improve care options i…

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August 28, 2023 at 9:30 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 28, 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 ad…

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August 28, 2023 at 7:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Opening of South Central Illinois Training & Innovation Center

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 28, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Opening of South Central Illinois Training & Innovation Center$8.6 million state investment supports first-of-its-kind training center for Montgomery & Macoupin co…

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August 25, 2023 at 9:24 PM

Kankakee River State Park's Chippewa campground reopening Aug. 28

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Aug. 25, 2023Media contact: [email protected] River State Park's Chippewa campground reopening Aug. 28Popular campsite will be open for Labor Day holiday weekendKANKAKEE – Kankakee River State Park's popular Chippewa campground …

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August 25, 2023 at 9:12 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 25, 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 a…

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August 25, 2023 at 8:54 PM

Visit the Illinois Liquor Control Commission at the 2023 Du Quoin State Fair!

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] the Illinois Liquor Control Commission at the 2023 Du Quoin State Fair!The ILCC’s Table Will Have Educational Materials, Games, and GiveawaysThe Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC)…

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August 25, 2023 at 8:30 PM

IDNR announces key dates and information for 2023-2024 waterfowl season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Aug. 25, 2023Media contact: [email protected] announces key dates and information for 2023-2024 waterfowl seasonSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding waterfowl hunters of key dates and other …

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August 25, 2023 at 7:16 PM

Emerald Village Senior Living Facility Fire Disaster Declaration with the U.S. Small Business Administration in Schaumburg (Cook County)

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseAugust 25, 2023 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Village Senior Living Facility Fire Disaster Declaration with the U.S. Small Business Administration in Schaumburg (Cook County)Schaumburg –…

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August 25, 2023 at 6:03 PM

IDPH Reports Rising COVID-19 Activity

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 25, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected] Reports Rising COVID-19 Activity Public Health Department is Closely Monitoring Respiratory Illness Data, Including Uptick in COVID-19 in Other StatesCHICAGO – The Illinoi…

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August 25, 2023 at 4:52 PM

11 organizations receive Natural Areas Stewardship Grants from IDNR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Aug. 25, 2023Media contact: [email protected] organizations receive Natural Areas Stewardship Grants from IDNRSPRINGFIELD – Eleven grants totaling nearly $750,000 have been awarded to Illinois land trusts to support stewardship on lan…

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August 25, 2023 at 3:57 PM

Giannoulias Awards $27 Million to Support Public Library Services and Literacy Efforts

Illinois e-News ReleaseAugust 25, 2023Leen Yassine(773) [email protected] Awards $27 Million to Support Public Library Services and Literacy EffortsGrants support equitable access to library programs and adult literacyIn support of libraries, education and lifelong learning, Illi…

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August 25, 2023 at 3:12 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Saline River Farms Facility

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 25, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Saline River Farms Facility With support from the state’s EDGE program and a USDA grant, Saline River Farms is investing $34.5 million to repair and…

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August 25, 2023 at 2:12 PM

ILLINOIS ARTS COUNCIL AGENCY ANNOUNCES FY24 REBUILD ILLINOIS CULTURAL CAPITAL PLANNING GRANTS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [DATE] CONTACT [email protected] ARTS COUNCIL AGENCY ANNOUNCES FY24 REBUILD ILLINOIS CULTURAL CAPITAL PLANNING GRANTSThe Illinois Arts Council Agency (IACA) is pleased to announce the release of Fiscal Year 2024 Rebuild Illinois Cultura…

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August 24, 2023 at 6:53 PM

Gov. Pritzker & MicroLink Devices Announce Manufacturing Expansion in Niles as Part of REV Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Gov. Pritzker & MicroLink Devices Announce Manufacturing Expansion in Niles as Part of REV IllinoisNILES – Governor JB Pritzker and MicroLink Devices today announced a new Reimagining Energy and Ve…

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August 24, 2023 at 3:06 PM

ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR BEGINS TUESDAY, AUGUST 29

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2023 CONTACT:Krista Lisser: 217-558-1546ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR BEGINS TUESDAY, AUGUST 29SPRINGFIELD, IL – Beginning Tuesday, August 29 the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will host 31 international buyers from seven different Latin Ameri…

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August 23, 2023 at 6:33 PM

IDPH Reports First Illinois West Nile Virus Death of 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Reports First Illinois West Nile Virus Death of 2023 CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced the first Illinois human West Nile virus (WNV)-relate…

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August 23, 2023 at 6:02 PM

DU QUOIN STATE FAIR PARADE CANCELED DUE TO FORECASTED EXCESSIVE HEAT

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 23, 2023 Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283DU QUOIN STATE FAIR PARADE CANCELED DUE TO FORECASTED EXCESSIVE HEATDu Quoin, IL – Out of an abundance of caution and to ensure safety of parade participants and spectators, the Du Quoin State Fair Parad…

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August 23, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Six Fall 2023 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2023 Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Six Fall 2023 Household Hazardous Waste Collection EventsOne-day collection events to be held in addition to five long-term collection locationsSPRINGFIE…

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August 23, 2023 at 4:28 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Federal Grant Supporting Tradeswomen in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 23, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Federal Grant Supporting Tradeswomen in IllinoisIllinois Department of Labor and co-grantee Chicago Women in Trades to promote careers in construction, infrastructure C…

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August 23, 2023 at 3:47 PM

USDA SECRETARY VILSACK ISSUES ADDITIONAL DROUGHT DISASTER DESIGNATIONS IN ILLINOIS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2023 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283USDA SECRETARY VILSACK ISSUES ADDITIONAL DROUGHT DISASTER DESIGNATIONS IN ILLINOISSPRINGFIELD, IL – USDA Secretary Vilsack issued additional counties with disaster designation for drought that occurred …

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August 23, 2023 at 3:34 PM

Back-to-School Tax Benefits Available for both Parents and Educators

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseAugust 23, 2023Media Contact: Maura KownackiPhone: 312-814-1777E-mail: [email protected] Tax Benefits Available for both Parents and EducatorsCHICAGO - With back-to-school time upon us, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is r…

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August 23, 2023 at 2:08 PM

Public Health Information and Services to be Provided at DuQuoin State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected] Health Information and Services to be Provided at DuQuoin State FairIDPH tent will offer dental exams, gun locks, Narcan and more during the fair in Southern IllinoisSPRIN…

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August 22, 2023 at 9:11 PM

IDOI Announces New Law Protecting Coverage for Preventive Services

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 22, 2023MEDIA [email protected] Announces New Law Protecting Coverage for Preventive Servicesincluding Reproductive Health Care, under the Affordable Care ActChicago - Governor Pritzker recently signed legislation codifying prot…

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August 22, 2023 at 5:41 PM

IDNR recognizes 2023 Outstanding Volunteers of the Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Aug. 22, 2023Media contact: [email protected] recognizes 2023 Outstanding Volunteers of the YearVolunteers provide vital support to parks, preserves, historic sites, and Illinois State MuseumSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of…

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August 22, 2023 at 1:23 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice wins national award for family engagement

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2023 CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice wins national award for family engagementCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) announced today that the Illinois Youth Cent…

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August 21, 2023 at 9:35 PM

IDPH Warns Illinoisans to Protect Themselves from Dangerously High Heat

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 21, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Warns Illinoisans to Protect Themselves from Dangerously High Heat SPRINGFIELD – With dangerously high levels of heat forecast across the state of Illinois in the coming day…

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August 21, 2023 at 7:17 PM

Illinois EPA Invests Over a Half Billion Dollars in Drinking Water and Wastewater Projects in Fourth Quarter of FY23

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 21, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Invests Over a Half Billion Dollars in Drinking Water and Wastewater Projects in Fourth Quarter of FY23Over $53 Million in Loan Forgiveness Granted to Loan RecipientsSPRINGFI…

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August 21, 2023 at 6:43 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Start of New School Year at UIUC and Shares Historic Investments in Education and Equity

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 21, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Start of New School Year at UIUC and Shares Historic Investments in Education and EquityEvent welcomed students to campus and highlighted the administration’s increased f…

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August 21, 2023 at 1:32 PM

Back to school is about emergency preparedness, disaster readiness, and vital digital technology

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseAugust 21, 2023Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] to school is about emergency preparedness, disaster readiness, and vital digital technologyCHICAGO – In the coming days, students across Illinoi…

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August 18, 2023 at 3:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation to Address Food Deserts Across Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 18, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation to Address Food Deserts Across IllinoisSB 850 establishes the Illinois Grocery Initiative, investing $20 million in food deserts across the stateMETRO EAST – Today…

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August 17, 2023 at 6:05 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Recipients of Megasites Investment Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 17, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Pritzker Announces Recipients of Megasites Investment ProgramCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced the recipient…

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