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October 25, 2023 at 2:29 PM

IDNR announces 2023-2024 chronic wasting disease sampling locations for deer hunters

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Oct. 25, 2023Media contact: [email protected] announces 2023-2024 chronic wasting disease sampling locations for deer huntersSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resource (IDNR) is reminding deer hunters of locations …

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October 25, 2023 at 1:26 PM

IDPH Releases Third Edition of Maternal Morbidity and Mortality Report Covering 2018-2020

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                    October 24, 2023      CONTACT:  [email protected]@illinois.gov       IDPH Releases Third Edition of Maternal Morbidity and Mortality Report Covering 2018-2020 CHICAGO – The Illinois…

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October 24, 2023 at 6:37 PM

Gov. Pritzker, IDPH Announce $9.5M to Strengthen Mental Health Services for Youth Across Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 24, 2023CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govGov. Pritzker, IDPH Announce $9.5M to Strengthen Mental Health Services for Youth Across Illinois Funding from American Rescue Plan Act is Intended to Aid Post-COVID-19 Mental Hea…

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October 24, 2023 at 4:29 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Proposal to Create Unified Early Childhood State Agency

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, October 24, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Proposal to Create Unified Early Childhood State AgencyGov. Signs EO to Initiate Transition, Education Expert Ann Whalen to Lead EffortCHICAGO — Today, Governor Pritzker…

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October 23, 2023 at 9:18 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 23, 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 adm…

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October 23, 2023 at 9:03 PM

The Illinois Liquor Control Commission is hosting the Youth Alcohol Awareness Summit (YAAS)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 23, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Illinois Liquor Control Commission is hosting the Youth Alcohol Awareness Summit (YAAS)Join the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) on October 25, 2023, from 1:00 – 3:00pm for the …

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October 23, 2023 at 7:57 PM

ILCC is Launching Online Applications for New 1A Retailer Licenses and Appointments Only Program for In-Person Licensing Customers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 23, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] is Launching Online Applications for New 1A Retailer Licenses and Appointments Only Program for In-Person Licensing CustomersLiquor Licensing Modernization Updates Will Improve Customer S…

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October 23, 2023 at 4:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker, Sen. Duckworth, and Sen. Durbin Announce Two Illinois Programs Selected as U.S. EDA Tech Hubs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 23, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker, Sen. Duckworth, and Sen. Durbin Announce Two Illinois Programs Selected as U.S. EDA Tech HubsThe Tech Hubs will bolster technology developments, innovation, and economic growth in…

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October 23, 2023 at 2:44 PM

Keep Halloween Spooky and Fire Free

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: October 23, 2023 Contact: JC [email protected] Halloween Spooky and Fire FreeDecorations were the first thing to ignite in roughly 800 reported home fires each yearSpringfield, Ill- Halloween is a fun, spooky and exciting ti…

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October 23, 2023 at 2:10 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Emergency Management Agency-Office of Homeland Security, and Illinois State Police Urge Residents to Safeguard Against Cyber Risks during Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 23, 2023 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer Jennings [email protected] Hahn [email protected] Joey Watson [email protected] Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Emergency Management A…

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October 20, 2023 at 9:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Three Appointments and One Designation to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 20, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Three Appointments and One Designation to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following…

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October 20, 2023 at 8:15 PM

IDNR reminds hunters of state and federal sites open for 2023 youth waterfowl hunting opportunities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Oct. 20, 2023   Media contact: [email protected] reminds hunters of state and federal sites open for 2023 youth waterfowl hunting opportunitiesSPRINGFIELD – Numerous Illinois state parks and wildlife areas will be open to youth wat…

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October 20, 2023 at 7:54 PM

Governor Pritzker Launches $15.4 Million Tourism Grant Programs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 20, 2023DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Launches $15.4 Million Tourism Grant ProgramsEligible entities can now apply for funding to enhance tourism attractions, events and festivalsCHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the…

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October 20, 2023 at 7:23 PM

Gov. Pritzker Statement on Release of Natalie and Judith Raanan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 20, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Statement on Release of Natalie and Judith RaananCHICAGO — After the release of Natalie and Judith Raanan, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement:I am incredibly relie…

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October 20, 2023 at 4:10 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority, LISC Launch New Program to Support Emerging Housing Developers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 Contact: Andrew [email protected] Housing Development Authority, LISC Launch New Program to Support Emerging Housing DevelopersFunding will promote capacity building and equity in affordable housing developmentCHICAGO – Th…

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October 19, 2023 at 8:55 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology Brings Supplier Day to Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 19, 2023 FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology Brings Supplier Day to Chicago CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology’s (DoIT) supplier div…

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October 19, 2023 at 8:15 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Increase to Record High, Unemployment Rate Up in September

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: October 19, 2023 CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Payroll Jobs Increase to Record High, Unemployment Rate Up in SeptemberSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment…

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October 19, 2023 at 5:07 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Increase to Record High, Unemployment Rate Up in September

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:                                                                                                                                                                     October 19, 2023                                                                                    …

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October 19, 2023 at 4:11 PM

HFS announces next steps for Health Benefits for Immigrant Seniors program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:OCT. 19, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] announces next steps for Health Benefits for Immigrant Seniors programWith nearly 16,500 seniors now covered, temporary pause on new program enrollment to take effect in NovemberSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois D…

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October 17, 2023 at 6:58 PM

Gov. Pritzker Joins Electrification Coalition for Illinois Electric Vehicle Policy Bootcamp

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, October 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Joins Electrification Coalition for Illinois Electric Vehicle Policy BootcampGovernment leaders and industry experts gathered to discuss the EV Future in IllinoisCHICAGO—Governor …

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October 17, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Tax Relief for Individuals and Businesses Affected by the Conflict in the Middle East

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release October 17, 2023 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Gov. Pritzker Announces Tax Relief for Individuals and Businesses Affected by the Conflict in the Middle EastCHICAGO – Gov. JB Pritzker announced tax relief today for individuals and busine…

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October 17, 2023 at 4:38 PM

IDFPR Settles with ACI Payments, Inc. for Unauthorized Withdrawals from Mr. Cooper Customer Accounts

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:October 17, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Settles with ACI Payments, Inc. for Unauthorized Withdrawals from Mr. Cooper Customer AccountsState regulators and state attorneys general levy combined fines of $20 million for data …

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October 16, 2023 at 9:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 16, 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 adm…

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October 16, 2023 at 4:06 PM

IDFPR Announces New Acting Director of Professional Regulation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:October 16, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Announces New Acting Director of Professional RegulationCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (“IDFPR”) announced today that Camile Lindsay will s…

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October 16, 2023 at 3:41 PM

Deer prudence: Avoid the urge to swerve during their mating season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 16, 2023CONTACT:Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Jayette Bolinski (IDNR) 217.785.3953Deer prudence: Avoid the urge to swerve during their mating seasonIllinois entering peak time of year for crashes involving deerR…

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October 16, 2023 at 3:12 PM

Deer prudence: Avoid the urge to swerve during their mating season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 16, 2023CONTACT:Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Jayette Bolinski (IDNR) 217.785.3953Deer prudence: Avoid the urge to swerve during their mating seasonIllinois entering peak time of year for crashes involving deerS…

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October 16, 2023 at 2:20 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology’s Adam Ford Honored with State Cybersecurity Award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 16, 2023 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology’s Adam Ford Honored with State Cybersecurity Award The National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NAS…

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October 16, 2023 at 1:22 PM

Governor Pritzker Issues Statement On Alleged Hate Crimes In Plainfield

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 16, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Issues Statement On Alleged Hate Crimes In PlainfieldChicago— Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following recent charges against a Plainfield man accused of m…

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October 13, 2023 at 9:07 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 13, 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 ad…

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October 13, 2023 at 9:04 PM

IDPH Reports Measles Case Identified in Cook County

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 13, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Reports Measles Case Identified in Cook CountyFirst Measles Case in Illinois Since 2019 is a Reminder of the Importance of Measles Vaccine CHICAGO – The Illinois Department…

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October 13, 2023 at 8:32 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Manufacturing Month with Business Stops Across Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Manufacturing Month with Business Stops Across ChicagoTours included Hispanic-owned small businesses and National Safety Apparel production f…

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October 13, 2023 at 7:51 PM

Pritzker Administration on Heightened Alert for Illinois Threats in Wake of Middle East Conflict

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseOctober 13, 2023Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Brendan Kelly Public Information Officer Melaney Arnold 217-782-6639 / [email protected]  Pritzker Administration on Heightened …

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October 13, 2023 at 7:28 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $1 Billion Federal Funding for the Midwest Hydrogen Hub

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $1 Billion Federal Funding for the Midwest Hydrogen HubThe $1 billion award will boost decarbonization efforts in Illinois and other Midwestern statesCHICAGO — Illinois j…

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October 13, 2023 at 6:32 PM

Governor Pritzker Launches $2.5 Million Economic Empowerment Centers Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  October 13, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected]  Governor Pritzker Launches $2.5 Million Economic Empowerment Centers ProgramEligible Career Education Agencies and Non-Profit Organizations Can Now Apply to Be Illinois Economic Empowerment Cent…

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October 13, 2023 at 6:05 PM

IDPH Encourages Illinoisans to Protect Themselves from Full Range of Respiratory Viruses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                            October 13, 2023                                                                                                              CONTACT:[email protected]                 …

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October 12, 2023 at 7:25 PM

Lewis and Clark State Historic Site to host fall craft fair Saturday, Oct. 21

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Oct. 12, 2023Media contact: [email protected] and Clark State Historic Site to host fall craft fair Saturday, Oct. 21HARTFORD – The Lewis and Clark State Historic Site in Madison County will host its fourth annual historic craft fair on…

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October 12, 2023 at 7:05 PM

Fort Massac Encampment returns to Metropolis Oct. 21-22

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Oct. 12, 2023Media contact: [email protected] Massac Encampment returns to Metropolis Oct. 21-22METROPOLIS – The popular Fort Massac Encampment, which has drawn thousands of visitors to southern Illinois every fall for nearly 50 y…

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October 12, 2023 at 5:58 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $21 Million for CEJA Contractor Incubator Hubs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 12, 2023DCEO Contact: [email protected]   Gov. Pritzker Announces $21 Million for CEJA Contractor Incubator HubsEligible entities can apply to serve as a regional clean energy contractor incubator hub as part of the landmark Climate and Eq…

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October 12, 2023 at 5:27 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Paid Tech Trainee Program to Diversify and Strengthen State’s Workforce

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Paid Tech Trainee Program to Diversify and Strengthen State’s WorkforceCity Colleges of Chicago and Lincoln Land Community College will host training sites while partic…

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October 12, 2023 at 2:06 PM

Department on Aging to Provide Medicare Counseling During Open Enrollment Period

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 12, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging to Provide Medicare Counseling During Open Enrollment Period Get Free, Unbiased Help From a Certified Health Insurance CounselorSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With the Medicare open enrollment per…

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October 11, 2023 at 2:29 PM

Illinois Department on Aging Announces 2023 Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Inductees

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 11, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging Announces 2023 Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame InducteesThree Older Adults to be Honored During Local Award CeremoniesSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Dir…

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October 10, 2023 at 5:58 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Opening of Eli’s Cheesecake’s Expanded Facility

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, October 10, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Opening of Eli’s Cheesecake’s Expanded FacilityEli’s Cheesecake expands facility for the first time in more than 30 years with $10 million investmentCHICAGO – Governor …

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October 10, 2023 at 3:32 PM

ILCC Adopts Permanent Rule Regulating Placement and Display of Co-Branded Alcoholic Beverages in Retail Establishments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 10, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Adopts Permanent Rule Regulating Placement and Display of Co-Branded Alcoholic Beverages in Retail EstablishmentsPermanent rule prevents consumer confusion between alcoholic and non-alcoh…

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October 9, 2023 at 2:33 PM

Cooking Safety Starts with YOU! Pay Attention to Fire Prevention

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: October 9, 2023 Contact: JC [email protected] Safety Starts with YOU! Pay Attention to Fire PreventionUnattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires and related deathsSpringfield, Ill- Governor JB Pritzker …

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October 9, 2023 at 2:03 PM

Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release October 9, 2023 Contact: Deborah Lopez312-937-0050Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14Illinois DCFS distributes smoke alarms to 897 Illinois families this year, reminds the public to practice a home fire escape plan(CHICAGO) – Fire Prevention WeekTM is Oc…

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October 6, 2023 at 8:04 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Small Business Grant Awards for B2B Restaurants, Hotels and Arts

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 6, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Administration Announces Small Business Grant Awards for B2B Restaurants, Hotels and ArtsCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced the conclu…

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October 6, 2023 at 5:33 PM

Governor Pritzker announces $2.1 million in grants for 13 local bike path projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Oct. 6, 2023Media contact: [email protected] Pritzker announces $2.1 million in grants for 13 local bike path projectsLatest round of IDNR bike path grants support development of trails in seven countiesSPRINGFIELD – A total of …

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October 6, 2023 at 3:27 PM

Illinois Conservation Foundation to host 2023 Director’s Hunt at Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Oct. 6, 2023 Contact: Steve [email protected] Conservation Foundation to host 2023 Director’s Hunt at Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife AreaSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) i…

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October 5, 2023 at 5:08 PM

Pritzker Administration Awarded $16 Million from the Department of Energy to Improve Grid Resiliency

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 5, 2023CONTACT: [email protected] cell: 312-590-1044Pritzker Administration Awarded $16 Million from the Department of Energy to Improve Grid ResiliencyNew funds will help local municipal and co-op utilities across the state improve po…

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October 5, 2023 at 3:57 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Launch of Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Launch of Chan Zuckerberg Biohub ChicagoCZ Biohub brings together leading science and technology institutions to solve scientific challengesCHICAGO — Today, Governor JB …

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