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October 26, 2023 at 8:34 PM

IDPH Encourages You to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Oct. 28

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov IDPH Encourages You to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Oct. 28Nationwide event offers safe, easy way to dispose of unneeded medicationsSPRINGFIELD – The …

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October 26, 2023 at 7:42 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Approves Three Casino Licenses at October Meeting

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:October 26, 2023For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board Approves Three Casino Licenses at October MeetingRenews casino license in Alton, among other actionsThe Illinois Gaming Board (the "I…

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October 26, 2023 at 7:10 PM

Honoring The Victims Of The Tragedy In Lewiston, Maine

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring The Victims Of The Tragedy In Lewiston, MaineThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Actare to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of …

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October 26, 2023 at 6:47 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Grand Opening of Brown Sugar Bakery’s Manufacturing Facility in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 26, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Grand Opening of Brown Sugar Bakery’s Manufacturing Facility in ChicagoCHICAGO— Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton joined local and state le…

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October 25, 2023 at 7:22 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Second Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collection Programs

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2023   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Second Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collection ProgramsGrant Funding Available to Local Governments for Collection and Dispo…

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October 25, 2023 at 5:05 PM

IDPH Offers Guidance for a Spooky but Safe Halloween

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                       October 25, 2023CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Offers Guidance for a Spooky but Safe Halloween  Skip Trick-or-treating and Stay Home if You Are Sick CHICAGO – With ghosts and goblin…

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October 25, 2023 at 4:23 PM

Illinois Awarded Additional $11.25 Million Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:October 25, 2023CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Awarded Additional $11.25 Million Grant from the U.S. Department of LaborFunds Will Support Continued Strengthening, Modernizing Unemployment Insurance SystemSPRINGFIELD – The Il…

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October 25, 2023 at 3:49 PM

Illinois EPA Invites 5th & 6th Grade Student Writers and Artists to Compete in Annual Poster, Poetry, and Prose Contest

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 25, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Invites 5th & 6th Grade Student Writers and Artists to Compete in Annual Poster, Poetry, and Prose ContestSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA…

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October 25, 2023 at 3:36 PM

IDNR monitoring for outbreaks of avian influenza during fall bird migration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Oct. 25, 2023Media contact: [email protected] monitoring for outbreaks of avian influenza during fall bird migrationSPRINGFIELD – With the regular waterfowl seasons about to open this fall, the Illinois Department of Natural Reso…

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October 25, 2023 at 3:09 PM

The best Trick is to Treat yourself and friends to a sober ride home

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 25, 2023 CONTACT:Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919 [email protected] 217.524.2500The best Trick is to Treat yourself and friends to a sober ride homeIDOT teaming up with ISP, local police to deter hor…

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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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