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December 7, 2023 at 9:31 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Launch of the 100th Community Solar Project in Northern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Launch of the 100th Community Solar Project in Northern IllinoisThe solar site will help customers save money and reduce their carbon footprint CHICAGO – Today, Gover…
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December 7, 2023 at 7:23 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Completes Historic Year; Approves New Rules and Licenses Among Other Measures

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 7, 2023For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board Completes Historic Year; Approves New Rules and Licenses Among Other MeasuresThe Illinois Gaming Board (the "IGB" or "Board") held it…
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December 7, 2023 at 4:14 PM

Honoring National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring National Pearl Harbor Remembrance DayThe 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 for:National Pearl Harbor Remembranc…
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December 7, 2023 at 3:34 PM

Illinois awarded more than $95 million to improve passenger rail throughout the state

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                           Dec. 7, 2023                                                                                          CONTACT: Paul Wappel        217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda   …
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December 6, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Illinois Celebrates Human Rights Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2023                                                                                             IDHR Contact: [email protected] Celebrates Human Rights WeekIDHR and IHRC Kick Off Celebrations with Social Media Campaign and V…
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December 5, 2023 at 8:27 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois' Early Childhood Education and Care Transition Advisory Committee Members

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Illinois' Early Childhood Education and Care Transition Advisory Committee MembersThe committee will advise the State on the creation of a unified early childhood educat…
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December 5, 2023 at 5:20 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois’ Statewide Launch of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Illinois’ Statewide Launch of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library The goal is for all children 0-5 to receive free books mailed to their home   CHICAGO — Today, Governor …
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December 5, 2023 at 4:06 PM

Illinois Hate Crimes Commission Calls for Unified Rejection of Hate

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 05, 2023   CONTACT             [email protected] Hate Crimes Commission Calls for Unified Rejection of Hate CHICAGO — The rise of hate in our state and across the country is alarming. At the Illinois Commission on Discrimination …
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December 5, 2023 at 3:14 PM

This Holiday Season; Deck the Halls with Fire Safety in Mind

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: December 5, 2023 Contact: JC [email protected] Holiday Season; Deck the Halls with Fire Safety in MindBetween 2017-2021, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 150 home fires per year that started with Christmas tr…
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December 4, 2023 at 9:54 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Gold Star Tree Lighting Ceremony

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, December 04, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Gold Star Tree Lighting CeremonyThe ceremony honors military members, veterans, and Gold Star familiesSPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined active duty milit…
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December 4, 2023 at 8:06 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Upcoming Completion of Peoria’s Bob Michel Bridge

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 4, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Upcoming Completion of Peoria’s Bob Michel Bridge Bike, pedestrian path part of Rebuild Illinois upgrades linking community to East PeoriaPEORIA— Governor JB Pritzker an…
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December 1, 2023 at 9:02 PM

Illinois' Efforts to Improve Water Quality Detailed in 2023 Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy Biennial Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 1, 2023CONTACTS:Kim Biggs, Illinois EPA - (217) 558-1536Lori Harlan, IDOA - (217) 558-1546Illinois' Efforts to Improve Water Quality Detailed in 2023 Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy Biennial ReportSPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois' ongoing commitment …
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December 1, 2023 at 8:36 PM

Pritzker Administration Encourages All Income-Eligible Families to Apply for Utility Bill Assistance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  December 01, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected] Pritzker Administration Encourages All Income-Eligible Families to Apply for Utility Bill AssistanceLIHEAP Applications Expanded Today, December 1, to Include All Income-Eligible Households CHICA…
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December 1, 2023 at 8:04 PM

La administración de Pritzker exhorta a todas las familias elegibles a aplicar para asistencia con los pagos de servicios públicos.

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  December 01, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected] La administración de Pritzker exhorta a todas las familias elegibles a aplicar para asistencia con los pagos de servicios públicos.CHICAGO – La administración de Pritzker y el Departamento de Com…
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December 1, 2023 at 7:53 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Additional Investments to Provide Food to Asylum Seekers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor immediate releaseDecember 1, 2023Contact:[email protected]. Pritzker Announces Additional Investments to Provide Food to Asylum SeekersState of Illinois and Greater Chicago Food Depository partner to supply additional meals to new arrivalsBuilding on the Stat…
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December 1, 2023 at 5:16 PM

Illinois EPA Releases Funding Opportunity for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2023 Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Releases Funding Opportunity for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant ProgramSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of …
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December 1, 2023 at 3:18 PM

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2023                                                                                                                                                CONTACT: [email protected] 312-814-4459National Impaired Driving Prevention Month D…
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November 30, 2023 at 10:36 PM

IDOI Achieves Reaccreditation from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023MEDIA [email protected] Achieves Reaccreditation from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)Chicago – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) announced today its reaccreditation by the National …
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November 30, 2023 at 10:10 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $13 Million Investment in Job Training and Economic Development Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Announces $13 Million Investment in Job Training and Economic Development ProgramEligible entities can now apply to serve as community partners to boost equitable workforce recoveryCHIC…
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November 30, 2023 at 9:49 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Third Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Third Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning$200,000 Available to Assist in Implementing Solid Waste Planning Obligations.   SPRINGFIELD —Il…
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November 30, 2023 at 9:15 PM

Register now for 2024 Central Illinois Youth Goose Hunt

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Nov. 30, 2023Media contact: [email protected] now for 2024 Central Illinois Youth Goose HuntSPRINGFIELD – Youth between the ages of 10 and 17 who would like to participate in the annual Central Illinois Youth Goose Hunt sponsored by th…
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November 30, 2023 at 6:36 PM

IDOL Subpoenas United States Steel Corporation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Subpoenas United States Steel CorporationDepartment takes action for workers at Granite City WorksSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has issued a subpo…
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November 30, 2023 at 3:04 PM

IDOA "FALL COVERS FOR SPRING SAVINGS" CROP INCENTIVE PROGRAM RETURNS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] (217) 558-1546IDOA "FALL COVERS FOR SPRING SAVINGS" CROP INCENTIVE PROGRAM RETURNSApplications Accepted Starting December 15 with New Opportunity for Pre-EnrollmentSPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Department of Agric…
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November 29, 2023 at 10:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Opening of Meta’s DeKalb Data Center

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 29, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Opening of Meta’s DeKalb Data CenterThe campus builds on Illinois’ thriving data center ecosystemCHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined local elected officials…
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November 29, 2023 at 7:04 PM

Pritzker Administration, IDPH to Host 2023 Illinois Minority Health Conference in Bloomington December 4 & 5

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                            November 29, 2023                                                                                                            CONTACT:  [email protected] James.Leach@ill…
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November 29, 2023 at 5:15 PM

More than $3.7 million awarded for 19 Illinois recreational trail projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov. 29, 2023Media contact: [email protected] than $3.7 million awarded for 19 Illinois recreational trail projectsSPRINGFIELD – More than $3.7 million has been awarded for recreational trail development projects in 19 Illinois c…
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November 29, 2023 at 4:38 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-280 Over Mississippi River in Quad Cities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 29, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-280 Over Mississippi River in Quad CitiesInvestment of $65.7 million made possible by Rebuild IllinoisROCK ISLAND— Governor JB Pritzker and the Illin…
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November 28, 2023 at 9:07 PM

IDNR awards more than $5,200 for school field trips to state historic sites

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Nov. 28, 2023Media contact: [email protected] awards more than $5,200 for school field trips to state historic sitesSPRINGFIELD – Nearly 350 Illinois schoolchildren will visit state historic sites this schoolyear thanks to grant fu…
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November 28, 2023 at 6:57 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces the Largest Class of Small Businesses Inducted into the Illinois Made Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 28, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces the Largest Class of Small Businesses Inducted into the Illinois Made ProgramThe record-breaking class showcases the state’s commitment to championing small businesses …
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November 28, 2023 at 5:36 PM

Illinois hunters harvest more than 53,000 deer first weekend of firearm season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Nov. 28, 2023Media contact: [email protected] hunters harvest more than 53,000 deer first weekend of firearm season SPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 53,348 deer during the first weekend of the …
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November 28, 2023 at 5:06 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-57 Improvements in Chicago, South Suburbs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 28, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-57 Improvements in Chicago, South Suburbs $82.1 million investment to improve safety, mobility along vital corridorCHICAGO— Governor JB Pritzker and th…
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November 28, 2023 at 4:52 PM

IDFPR Highlights Recipients of First-of-Their-Kind Scholarships for Aspiring Real Estate Appraisers in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:November 28, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Highlights Recipients of First-of-Their-Kind Scholarships for Aspiring Real Estate Appraisers in IllinoisCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation ("…
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November 28, 2023 at 4:07 PM

Illinois Product Holiday Market Returns First Weekend in December

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 28, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Product Holiday Market Returns First Weekend in DecemberFree Entertainment and Kids' Activities, including Visits from SantaSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will bring the…
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November 27, 2023 at 10:55 PM

Only Five Days Remain to Apply to Become an Emerging Affordable Housing Developer

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseMonday, Nov. 27, 2023Contact: Andrew [email protected] Five Days Remain to Apply to Become an Emerging Affordable Housing DeveloperCHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) are c…
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November 27, 2023 at 10:35 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Ten Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, November 27, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Ten 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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November 27, 2023 at 6:07 PM

State Launches Work on Two New Shelter Sites for Asylum Seekers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor immediate release November 27, 2023   Contact: [email protected] [email protected] Launches Work on Two New Shelter Sites for Asylum Seekers New brick and mortar and soft-shelter sites to provide 2,200 beds for families and those with disabilities…
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November 27, 2023 at 4:36 PM

OPERATION RISING SPIRIT ENCOURAGES LETTERS OF SUPPORT TO ILLINOIS VETERANS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT:Maureen S. Hartigan773-590-9848 - [email protected] RISING SPIRIT ENCOURAGES LETTERS OF SUPPORT TO ILLINOIS VETERANS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASONThe Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs launches letter-writing campaign to …
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November 24, 2023 at 2:35 PM

Christmas Remembrance Ceremony set for Dec. 2 at Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Springfield

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Nov. 24, 2023Media contact: [email protected] Remembrance Ceremony set for Dec. 2 at Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial in SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host the annual Christ…
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November 22, 2023 at 8:21 PM

Jarrot Mansion State Historic Site open for tours Dec. 2

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov. 22, 2023Media contact: [email protected] Mansion State Historic Site open for tours Dec. 2Père Noël will greet visitors amid candlelight and traditional holiday decorationsCAHOKIA – The Jarrot Mansion State Historic Site i…
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November 22, 2023 at 8:04 PM

More than $45,000 awarded by IDNR for Pheasant Fund project grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov. 22, 2023Media contact: [email protected] than $45,000 awarded by IDNR for Pheasant Fund project grantsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announces the latest recipients of grants for projects through the State…
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November 22, 2023 at 7:19 PM

Growing Up X exhibit rocks on in Lockport

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2023For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] Up X exhibit rocks on in LockportIllinois State Museum’s Gen X exhibition moves to its Lockport Gallery LOCKPORT — The Illinois State Museum is thr…
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November 22, 2023 at 7:05 PM

With Respiratory Viruses Ticking Up, IDPH Encourages Illinoisans to Get Fully Protected

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, November 22, 2023CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govWith Respiratory Viruses Ticking Up, IDPH Encourages Illinoisans to Get Fully ProtectedTwenty Illinois Counties at Medium Level for COVID-19 including Champaign, Peoria…
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November 22, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces December dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshops

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:November 21, 2023CONTACT:Maria Castaneda  312.447.1919Paul Wappel         217.685.0082Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces December dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshopsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation …
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November 22, 2023 at 4:43 PM

ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION ANNOUNCES 2024-25 ILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                             November 21, 2023                                                                                            Contact: Lynne [email protected] STUDENT ASSISTANCE CO…
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November 22, 2023 at 4:32 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Offers Online Safety Tips as Black Friday and Holiday Shopping Season Approaches

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                               November 22, 2023                                                                        Media Contact: Maura KownackiPhone: 312-814-1777 E-mail: [email protected] Department of Revenue Offers Online Safety …
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November 22, 2023 at 4:08 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $25.5 Million for CEJA Equitable Energy Future Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 21, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected]  Governor Pritzker Announces $25.5 Million for CEJA Equitable Energy Future GrantsEligible entities can apply for grant funding to support renewable energy and energy efficiency projects as part …
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November 22, 2023 at 3:27 PM

Lanes opening where possible for Thanksgiving weekend travel

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                November 21, 2023                                                                                         CONTACT: Maria Castaneda              312.447.1919                                 …
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November 22, 2023 at 3:02 PM

President Biden approves Gov. Pritzker Request for Illinois Disaster Declaration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 22, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Biden approves Gov. Pritzker Request for Illinois Disaster Declaration Cook County to receive FEMA Individual Assistance for September 2023 severe weather and floodingCHICAGO – Pre…
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November 22, 2023 at 2:41 PM

IDPH, State Board of Health to Hold Public Hearings on State Health Improvement Plan Nov. 28-30

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, November 21, 2023CONTACT:Melaney Arnold – [email protected], State Board of Health to Hold Public Hearings on State Health Improvement Plan Nov. 28-30Public will have chance to comment on Healthy Illinois 2028 initiativeS…
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November 20, 2023 at 7:40 PM

Make it to the table this Thanksgiving: Buckle up and drive sober

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                Nov. 20, 2023                                                               CONTACT:Paul Wappel (IDOT)   217.685.0082Maria Castaneda (IDOT)   312.447.1919                                                    …