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November 17, 2023 at 9:25 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, November 17, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 0351Description: Creates the Task Force to Review Eligibility to Hold Public Office and…

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November 17, 2023 at 6:36 PM

Illinois hunters harvest 262 turkeys during 2023 fall firearm season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Nov. 17, 2023   Media contact: [email protected] hunters harvest 262 turkeys during 2023 fall firearm seasonSPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary statewide total of 262 wild turkeys during the 2023 fall fire…

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November 17, 2023 at 5:05 PM

IDPH Reminds Illinoisans to Protect Loved Ones from Food-borne Illnesses During Thanksgiving Holiday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                     November 17, 2023CONTACT: [email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Reminds Illinoisans to Protect Loved Ones from Food-borne Illnesses During Thanksgiving HolidayRisk of COVID-19 is lowe…

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November 16, 2023 at 10:06 PM

ICC Issues Decision on Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas’ General Rate Increase Requests

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Issues Decision on Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas’ General Rate Increase RequestsChicago, IL – Today, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) disallowed $101.12 mil…

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November 16, 2023 at 9:47 PM

IDOC Celebrates Northwestern Prison Education Program's Inaugural Graduating Class from Stateville Correctional Center

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 16, 2023CONTACT:Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] Celebrates Northwestern Prison Education Program's Inaugural Graduating Class from Stateville Correctional CenterCrest Hill, IL – Yesterday, Stateville Correctional Center hosted a gr…

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November 16, 2023 at 9:25 PM

ICC Issues a Decision on Ameren Gas’ Request for a General Rate Increase

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Issues a Decision on Ameren Gas’ Request for a General Rate IncreaseSpringfield, IL –Today, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) disallowed $36.34 million to Amer…

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November 16, 2023 at 8:48 PM

Honoring Illinois' Fallen

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Illinois' FallenThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice fromGovernor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of:Firefighter and Emergency Med…

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November 16, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $25 Million Available in B2B Grants for New Businesses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 16, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Announces $25 Million Available in B2B Grants for New BusinessesNew businesses launched in 2020 or 2021 eligible for up to $30,000 in grants; Applications open on November 30   CHIC…

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November 16, 2023 at 7:16 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Decrease, Unemployment Rate Up in October

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:November 16, 2023CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco  217.524.1219 [email protected]  Illinois Payroll Jobs Decrease, Unemployment Rate Up in OctoberSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate increased …

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November 16, 2023 at 6:14 PM

IDPH Marks U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, November 18-24

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                           November 16, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected]   IDPH Marks U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, November 18-24Agency urges consumers and healthcare professionals to hel…

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November 16, 2023 at 5:38 PM

Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security Commemorates 10-Year Anniversary of the Washington, Illinois Tornado

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseNovember 16, 2023Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security Commemorates 10-Year Anniversary of the Washington, Illinois TornadoTazwell Co…

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November 16, 2023 at 5:05 PM

‘Winter Weather – Get it Together,’ plan ahead for snow and ice

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                         Nov. 16, 2023CONTACT:   Maria Castaneda (IDOT)     312.447.1919 Paul Wappel (IDOT)         217.685.0082                                                                                                    Dan Rozek…

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November 16, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Plan to Improve Asylum Seeker Emergency Response

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [DATE] CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Announces Plan to Improve Asylum Seeker Emergency ResponseNew data-driven state investments will provide shelter to those at police stations and airports, speed transition to independent livingChic…

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November 15, 2023 at 10:25 PM

Gov. Pritzker Welcomes U.S. Department of Labor to Illinois for Final Regional Convening of the Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 15, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Welcomes U.S. Department of Labor to Illinois for Final Regional Convening of the YearUSDOL leadership and workforce stakeholders gather for ETA Vision 2030 Conference during A…

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November 15, 2023 at 9:06 PM

IDNR reminds deer hunters to be safe when hunting from tree stands

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov. 15, 2023Media contact: [email protected] reminds deer hunters to be safe when hunting from tree standsTree stands are the No. 1 source of hunting-related accidents in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – As people across Illinois prepare f…

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November 15, 2023 at 2:47 PM

$7.2 Million in Funding Released by Pritzker Administration for New Emergency Vehicles in Illinois

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November 13, 2023 at 10:36 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, November 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 a…

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November 13, 2023 at 8:35 PM

IDNR awards $392,150 in snowmobile trail grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, Nov. 13, 2023   Media contact: [email protected] awards $392,150 in snowmobile trail grantsSPRINGFIELD – Seven snowmobile trail projects in Illinois have been awarded $392,150 for the development, rehabilitation, and maintenance the trails.…

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November 13, 2023 at 8:11 PM

IDNR announces Wildlife Rehabilitation Facilities grant award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, Nov. 13, 2023   Media contact: [email protected] announces Wildlife Rehabilitation Facilities grant awardSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is announcing the latest recipient of a grant for projects funded thr…

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November 13, 2023 at 7:31 PM

Seven organizations awarded nearly $667,000 in grant funds from IDNR for wildlife habitat restoration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, Nov. 13, 2023   Media contact: [email protected] organizations awarded nearly $667,000 in grant funds from IDNR for wildlife habitat restorationSPRINGFIELD – Seven organizations have been awarded state Habitat Fund Project grants from the …

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November 9, 2023 at 10:20 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, November 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Gov. 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 …

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November 9, 2023 at 9:43 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on Passage of SB1559

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, November 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on Passage of SB1559Springfield — Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement concerning the passage of SB1559, the Transporter License Moratorium & …

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November 9, 2023 at 8:05 PM

Multiagency Collaborative Announces 2023 Vendor Summit in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseNovember 9, 2023   CONTACT: Cathy Kwiatkowski, CMS [email protected] Collaborative Announces 2023 Vendor Summit in ChicagoA full-day event offering resources, education, and networking opportunities for businesses seeking to collaborate with State of …

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November 9, 2023 at 7:13 PM

Gov. Pritzker Joins President Biden to Celebrate More Jobs for Belvidere

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, November 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Joins President Biden to Celebrate More Jobs for BelvidereFollowing the UAW tentative deal with Stellantis, workers will return with higher wages and expanded benefitsBELVIDERE—G…

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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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