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November 9, 2023 at 5:06 PM

THE VETERANS' HOME AT MANTENO EXPERIENCES INCREASE IN COVID-19 CASES

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 9, 2023CONTACT:Maureen S. Hartigan312-814-7260 - Office773-590-9848 - [email protected] VETERANS' HOME AT MANTENO EXPERIENCES INCREASE IN COVID-19 CASESManteno, IL – The Illinois Veterans' Home at Manteno is experiencing an incr…
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November 9, 2023 at 2:33 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology Announces Student Illinois Innovation Challenge

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                         FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology Announces Student Illinois Innovation Challeng…
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November 8, 2023 at 9:36 PM

Illinois Provides Important Resources for Service Members, Veterans, and their Families

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: November 8, 2023   Contact: Rachel Otwell [email protected]   Maureen Hartigan [email protected]  Illinois Provides Important Resources for Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Confidential hotline and customized training re…
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November 8, 2023 at 6:10 PM

Illinois State Fair Unveils Holiday Gift Ideas

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseNovember 8, [email protected] State Fair Unveils Holiday Gift IdeasCookbooks, Carnival Rides and AdmissionHoliday sale begins Wednesday, November 15Springfield— The Illinois State Fair wants to help you give the gift of summer fun thi…
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November 8, 2023 at 5:47 PM

IEMA-OHS Provides Tips for Residents During Winter Weather Preparedness Week, Nov. 6-10

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseNovember 8, 2023Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Provides Tips for Residents During Winter Weather Preparedness Week, Nov. 6-10SPRINGFIELD – As many residents in the state have already exp…
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November 8, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Gaming Agents Arrest Man in Armed Robbery for Stealing $14K in Chips from Illinois Casino

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:November 8, 2023For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Agents Arrest Man in Armed Robbery for Stealing $14K in Chips from Illinois CasinoThe Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) announced an arrest and charges ag…
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November 8, 2023 at 4:16 PM

IDPH Director Visits Champaign-Urbana Public Health District to Take Part in COVID-19 Vaccination Event

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                             November 8, 2023                                                                                                            CONTACT:[email protected] James.Leach@illin…
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November 8, 2023 at 3:06 PM

Illinois Lottery and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Launches Winter Riches Lottery Ticket

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:November 8, 2023CONTACT:Maureen S. Hartigan312-814-7260 - Office773-590-9848 - [email protected] Lottery and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Launches Winter Riches Lottery TicketChicago, IL - The Illinois Lottery and th…
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November 8, 2023 at 2:33 PM

DoIT Recognizes STEM/STEAM Day on Nov. 8

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:November 8, 2023FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected] Recognizes STEM/STEAM Day on Nov. 8SPRINGFIELD – In honor of STEM/STEAM Day on Nov. 8, the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is proud to reco…
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November 7, 2023 at 5:23 PM

Illinois Earns Credit Rating Upgrade from Fitch

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Earns Credit Rating Upgrade from FitchThe state’s ninth upgrade under Governor PritzkerIllinois reaches “A” category with all rating agenciesChicago—Governor Pritzker today celebrated …
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November 6, 2023 at 10:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, November 6, 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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November 6, 2023 at 7:10 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Fermilab’s New Superconducting Quantum Materials and System Centers Garage

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [DATE] CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Fermilab’s New Superconducting Quantum Materials and System Centers GarageThe lab will further advance Illinois’ standing as a global quantum leader CHICAGO — Today, Governor Pritzker jo…
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November 6, 2023 at 5:29 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Grant Opportunity to Fund Energy Efficiency Projects in Areas of Environmental Justice Concern

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 6, 2023Contact:  Kim Biggs217-558-1536 [email protected] EPA Announces Grant Opportunity to Fund Energy Efficiency Projects in Areas of Environmental Justice ConcernAwards Will Fund Residential Projects Statewide   SPRINGFIELD — Illin…
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November 6, 2023 at 3:05 PM

IDOL’s OSHA Division Releases Report on Municipal Death Investigation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                   November 6, 2023CONTACT:Paul Cicchini [email protected]’s OSHA Division Releases Report on Municipal Death InvestigationSanitation worker died after being crushed b…
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November 3, 2023 at 9:51 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals Decision

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, November 3, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals DecisionChicago—Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement concerning the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals decision upholding …
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November 3, 2023 at 7:05 PM

Gov. Pritzker, IDPH Announce $3.5M to Boost Mental Health Services for Youth Across Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 3, 2023CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govGov. Pritzker, IDPH Announce $3.5M to Boost Mental Health Services for Youth Across Illinois Funding Intended to Aid Post-COVID-19 Mental Health Services for Illinois Children an…
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November 3, 2023 at 6:05 PM

Freshmen Enrollment Increases at Illinois Public Universities for Third Consecutive Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 3, 2023Contact: José García|[email protected] Enrollment Increases at Illinois Public Universities for Third Consecutive YearIllinois continues to outpace national enrollment growth rate of African American and Latino freshmen   SPRINGFIELD…
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November 3, 2023 at 5:33 PM

Pritzker Administration Fines Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois $231,900 for Failing to Properly Update Provider Directories in Violation of the Network Adequacy and Transparency Act (NATA)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 3, 2023  MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] Administration Fines Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois $231,900 for Failing to Properly Update Provider Directories in Violation of the Network Adequacy and Transparency Act (NATA)Chica…
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November 3, 2023 at 2:55 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $27 Million Notice of Funding Opportunity for Public Light-Duty Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Infrastructure

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 3, 2023Contact:  Kim Biggs217-558-1536 [email protected] EPA Announces $27 Million Notice of Funding Opportunity for Public Light-Duty Electric Vehicle Fast Charging InfrastructureFunding Allocated Through Rebuild Illinois Capital Pro…
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November 2, 2023 at 5:27 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates New Pump Station, Drainage Upgrades at Flood-Prone Lake Forest Intersection

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, November 2, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates New Pump Station, Drainage Upgrades at Flood-Prone Lake Forest IntersectionRebuild Illinois project increases stormwater capacity, improves safetyLAKE FOREST— Governor…
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November 2, 2023 at 5:20 PM

IDPH Launches New Provider Phone Line in Response to Alarming Increase in Babies Born with Congenital Syphilis

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:November 2, 2023CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Launches New Provider Phone Line in Response to Alarming Increase in Babies Born with Congenital SyphilisCHICAGO – Acting to address a sharp increase in congenital syphilis c…
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November 2, 2023 at 2:39 PM

Daylight Saving Time Ends; Time to Test, Inspect and Replace Life Saving Smoke Alarms

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                                                                             Date: November 2, 2023Contact: JC Fultz217-685-2041 [email protected] Saving Time Ends; Time to Test, Inspect and Repla…
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November 2, 2023 at 2:05 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice celebrates first youth vocational certifications with Greater West Town Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 2, 2023CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice celebrates first youth vocational certifications with Greater West Town ProjectCHICAGO – Young adults who are in the cu…
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November 2, 2023 at 1:25 PM

Illinois DCFS honors adoptive parents during Adoption Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                                                                                     November 2, 2023Contact: Deborah Lopez312-937-0050Illinois DCFS honors adoptive parents during Adoption Awareness MonthMore…
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November 1, 2023 at 9:31 PM

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Illinois State Museum

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov 1, 2023For more information contact:Jamila Wicks(217) [email protected] Día de los Muertos at the Illinois State MuseumView the Museum’s new exhibition and enjoy fun-filled activities and performances.SPRINGFIELD, Il…
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November 1, 2023 at 8:08 PM

El gobernador Pritzker anuncia la ampliación de las aplicaciones del programa de asistencia de servicios públicos

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 01, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected] El gobernador Pritzker anuncia la ampliación de las aplicaciones del programa de asistencia de servicios públicosLas aplicaciones del Programa de Asistencia de Energía para Hogares de Bajos Ingre…
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November 1, 2023 at 7:38 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Expansion of Utility Assistance Program Applications

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 01, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected] Governor Pritzker Announces Expansion of Utility Assistance Program ApplicationsLIHEAP Applications Expanded Today, November 1, to Include Income-Eligible Households that are Disconnected or Faci…
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November 1, 2023 at 6:19 PM

Pritzker Administration Opens Next Round of Electric Vehicle Rebate Program for Illinois Residents

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2023   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Pritzker Administration Opens Next Round of Electric Vehicle Rebate Program for Illinois ResidentsProgram offers $4,000 rebate for purchase of an electric passenger vehicl…
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November 1, 2023 at 5:52 PM

IDOI Announces ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment and Releases Rates for the 2024 Plan Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2023 MEDIA [email protected] Announces ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment and Releases Rates for the 2024 Plan YearOpen Enrollment begins November 1, 2023 and ends January 15, 2024Chicago – It’s the first day…
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November 1, 2023 at 4:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Key Milestones Reached on $1.3 Billion I-80 Corridor Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Key Milestones Reached on $1.3 Billion I-80 Corridor ProjectNew bridges and Houbolt Road interchange reopening, mainline contracts underway with almost 12 miles slated…
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November 1, 2023 at 2:06 PM

Department on Aging Recognizes National Family Caregivers Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                           Nov. 1, 2023                                                                                                                                        CONTACT:Iris.Schw…
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October 30, 2023 at 9:14 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 30, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Two 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 …
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October 30, 2023 at 3:04 PM

Governor Pritzker Waives Penalties and Interest for Cook County Taxpayers Affected by Severe Weather and Flooding

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release October 30, 2023 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Governor Pritzker Waives Penalties and Interest for Cook County Taxpayers Affected by Severe Weather and FloodingCHICAGO – Gov. JB Pritzker announced today that individuals and businesses i…
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October 30, 2023 at 1:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on United Auto Worker’s Contract Deal with Stellantis

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 30, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on United Auto Worker’s Contract Deal with Stellantis Chicago—Governor Pritzker issued the following statement regarding the tentative contract deal reached by UAW…
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October 27, 2023 at 9:15 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 27, 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 a…
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October 27, 2023 at 6:18 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation for Cook County due to Severe Weather and Flooding

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 27, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation for Cook County due to Severe Weather and FloodingProclamation allows local entities increased access to state resources and emergency personnelCHICAGO…
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October 27, 2023 at 6:05 PM

’Tis the Sneezin’ to Get Protected: IDPH Launches Campaign to Fight Triple Threat of COVID-19, Flu, RSV

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                      October 27, 2023                                                                                                             CONTACT: [email protected]                       …
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October 27, 2023 at 4:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Joins EVBox to Launch Company’s New, Illinois-Built DC Fast Charger

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, October 27, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Joins EVBox to Launch Company’s New, Illinois-Built DC Fast ChargerAnnouncement brings Illinois closer to achieving its goal of putting one million electric vehicles on the road by…
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October 27, 2023 at 2:29 PM

IDPH Urges Lead Poisoning Awareness

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov IDPH Urges Lead Poisoning AwarenessOctober 22-28 declared Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker has proclaimed October 22-28 as Chil…
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October 27, 2023 at 2:05 PM

Illinois Urges Motor Carriers to Stay Up to Date on Safety Protocols and Registration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Urges Motor Carriers to Stay Up to Date on Safety Protocols and RegistrationSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) and the state of Illinois a…
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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…