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June 21, 2024 at 5:05 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Up, Minimum Increase to Unemployment Rate in May

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: June 21, 2024   CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco   217.524.1219 [email protected]  Illinois Payroll Jobs Up, Minimum Increase to Unemployment Rate in MaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate i…

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June 21, 2024 at 4:01 PM

IDNR and Department of Ag to offer free camping at select state parks during 2024 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 21, 2024 Media contact, IDNR: [email protected] contact, IDOA: [email protected] and Department of Ag to offer free camping at select state parks during 2024 Illinois State FairThe Stay and Play promotion will b…

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June 20, 2024 at 2:42 PM

IDNR, City of East St. Louis announce plan to buy out flood-damaged properties

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, June 20, 2024Media contactsIllinois Department of Natural Resources: [email protected] of East St. Louis: [email protected], City of East St. Louis announce plan to buy out flood-damaged propertiesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Depar…

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June 20, 2024 at 1:48 PM

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Third Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024, Illinois Lottery Veterans’ Cash Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 20, 2024 FOR MORE INFORMATIONMaureen [email protected] Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Third Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024, Illinois Lottery Veterans’ Cash GrantsSpringfield, IL - The Illinois Departme…

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June 18, 2024 at 6:04 PM

IDPH Warns Illinoisans to Protect Themselves from Dangerously High Heat

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 18, 2024     CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Warns Illinoisans to Protect Themselves from Dangerously High Heat CHICAGO – With dangerously high levels of heat forecast across the state of Illinois in the coming …

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June 18, 2024 at 4:33 PM

State of Illinois Celebrates Record-Breaking Export Sales for 2023 and Launches Governor’s Export Awards Application

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 18, 2024DCEO Contact: [email protected] State of Illinois Celebrates Record-Breaking Export Sales for 2023 and Launches Governor’s Export Awards ApplicationCHICAGO –Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economi…

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June 18, 2024 at 3:54 PM

The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Will Begin a Series of Public Hearings on July 13th

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: June 18, 2024Contact: [email protected] Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Will Begin a Series of Public Hearings on July 13thChicago, IL—As we celebrate Juneteenth, the State of Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commis…

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June 18, 2024 at 3:02 PM

West Nile Virus Found in Mosquitos and Birds in 13 Illinois Counties; IDPH Warns Public to “Fight the Bite”

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 18, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govWest Nile Virus Found in Mosquitos and Birds in 13 Illinois Counties; IDPH Warns Public to “Fight the Bite”Although No Human Cases this Year to Date, National Mosquito Control Awar…

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June 17, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln and Illinois Department of Agriculture Release Illinois State Fairgrounds Master Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2024 Contact: Stacy Reed, Community [email protected] Costello, Illinois Department of [email protected] Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln and Illinois Department of Agriculture …

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June 13, 2024 at 4:44 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Celebrates National Homeownership Month In June

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Thursday, June 13, 2024 Contact: Andrew [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Celebrates National Homeownership Month In June Every Illinoisan Deserves the Opportunity to Buy a Home CHICAGO – Today, the Illinois Housing Development …

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June 13, 2024 at 3:04 PM

IDPH Steps Up Data Collection to Control Sharp Rise In Congenital Syphilis Cases

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 13, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected] Steps Up Data Collection to Control Sharp Rise In Congenital Syphilis Cases Health Department Urges Providers to Take Advantage of New “Perinatal Warmline,” Resource that Pro…

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June 13, 2024 at 1:18 PM

lllinois Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] lllinois Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness DayDepartment on Aging encourages everyone to learn the warning signs, how to report abuse   SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day o…

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June 12, 2024 at 9:23 PM

Illinois Awarded Nearly $15 Million in Federal Funding through the Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund Program

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 12, 2024 Contact:  Kim Biggs, Illinois EPA [email protected] 217-558-1536   Chris Meister, Illinois Finance Authority [email protected] 312-590-1044 Illinois Awarded Nearly $15 Million in Federal Funding through the Energy Efficie…

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June 12, 2024 at 3:28 PM

Governor Pritzker Awards $5 Million in B2B Grants for Local Chambers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 CONTACT: [email protected] Pritzker Awards $5 Million in B2B Grants for Local ChambersGrant funding supports 151 local chambers of commerce across Illinois with marketing and developmentCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzke…

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June 12, 2024 at 2:36 PM

HFS and IDOI Announce $6.5 Million Grant Funding for Statewide Get Covered Illinois Navigator Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                            JUNE 12, 2024                                                                             CONTACT: HFS: [email protected] IDOI: caron.brook…

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June 11, 2024 at 6:22 PM

IDNR seeking public’s help with wild turkey brood surveys

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 11, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] IDNR seeking public’s help with wild turkey brood surveysSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteer citizen scientists to assist with wild turkey …

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June 10, 2024 at 7:43 PM

Honoring Juneteenth National Freedom Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Juneteenth National Freedom DayThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of:Juneteenth National Freedom D…

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June 10, 2024 at 5:29 PM

Illinois State Museum seeking Route 66 stories for Mother Road’s 100th anniversary in 2026

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 10, 2024 For more information contact:Erika Holst: [email protected] State Museum seeking Route 66 stories for Mother Road’s 100th anniversary in 2026Museum historians will record oral histories with travelers, businesses, high…

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June 10, 2024 at 2:05 PM

IDOL Reminds Employers, Families with Teen Workers of Child Labor Rights & Protections

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2024 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Reminds Employers, Families with Teen Workers of Child Labor Rights & ProtectionsSPRINGFIELD – Now that school is out, many teenagers are moving from the classroom into th…

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June 7, 2024 at 8:03 PM

Safe2Help Illinois Wins Gold Telly Award

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseJune 7, 2024 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Illinois Wins Gold Telly AwardSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) in partnersh…

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June 7, 2024 at 7:41 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Warns of Housing Scam

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Friday, June 07, 2024   Contact: Andrew Field [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Warns of Housing ScamIHDA does not administer a Section 8 program, nor does it collect personal information or charge fees for housing services CHICAGO …

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June 6, 2024 at 8:16 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Announces Request for Proposal to Manage Video Gaming Central Communication System (CCS) and other Regulatory Actions at June Meeting

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:June 6, 2024For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board Announces Request for Proposal to Manage Video Gaming Central Communication System (CCS) and other Regulatory Actions at June MeetingCHIC…

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June 6, 2024 at 7:43 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $41 Million in Grant Funding for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Infrastructure Recipients Across Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, June 6, 2024CONTACT: [email protected] Pritzker Announces $41 Million in Grant Funding for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Infrastructure Recipients Across IllinoisFunding will support public infrastructure project…

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June 6, 2024 at 2:32 PM

Spare Your Pets from Tragedy by Embarking on Emergency Preparedness

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseJune 6, 2024 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Your Pets from Tragedy by Embarking on Emergency PreparednessSPRINGFIELD – Just as people need to be prepared for a disaster or emergency, everyo…

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June 6, 2024 at 2:05 PM

*Media Advisory* Illinois DCFS job recruiters to attend Lake County PrideFest

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT:Heather [email protected]*Media Advisory* Illinois DCFS job recruiters to attend Lake County PrideFest  WHAT:                The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (Illinois DCFS) will a…

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June 5, 2024 at 9:09 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Federal Funding for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                  JUNE 5, 2024                                                                                           CONTACT:[email protected] Administration Announces Fede…

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June 5, 2024 at 8:40 PM

Residents Encouraged to Monitor Air Quality, Protect Public Health and Reduce Air Pollution

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 5, 2024CONTACT:Kim Biggs (IEPA) – 217-558-1536Jim Leach (IDPH) – 217-785-9209Mike Claffey (IDPH) – 312-814-4669Residents Encouraged to Monitor Air Quality, Protect Public Health and Reduce Air PollutionIllinois Officials Promote Resources to Inform R…

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June 5, 2024 at 8:05 PM

Fiscal Year 2025 State Budget Continues Important Investments in Higher Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2024 PRESS RELEASE Contact:IBHE: José García - [email protected]: Matt Berry - [email protected]: Lynne Baker - [email protected] Year 2025 State Budget Continues Important Investments in Higher Education Investments Will …

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June 4, 2024 at 3:21 PM

ICC adopts Illinois’ first Renewable Energy Access Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 4, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] adopts Illinois’ first Renewable Energy Access PlanThe plan presents a framework for an equitable, reliable, affordable energy transition. Springfield, IL – On Thursday,…

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June 4, 2024 at 2:08 PM

Illinois DCFS reminds parents and caregivers to “Get water wise…supervise!” when children are in or near water

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                                                                                                                                          June 4, 2024                                                         …

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June 3, 2024 at 9:23 PM

Illinois Officials Issue Annual Reminder to Use Caution When Recreating in Illinois Waters and Be Aware of Harmful Algal Blooms

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 03, 2024CONTACT:Kim Biggs (IEPA) – 217-558-1536Jim Leach (IDPH) – 217-785-9209Michael Claffey (IDPH) – 312-814-4669Illinois Officials Issue Annual Reminder to Use Caution When Recreating in Illinois Waters and Be Aware of Harmful Algal BloomsIllinois …

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June 3, 2024 at 8:05 PM

IDPH Declares Measles Outbreak in Northeast Illinois is Over with No New Cases Since Mid-April

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 3, 2024CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Declares Measles Outbreak in Northeast Illinois is Over with No New Cases Since Mid-AprilCooperation among State of Illinois, Chicago, Suburban Cook, DuPage, Lake and Will Counti…

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May 31, 2024 at 5:26 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 31, 2024CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screeningsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) will host employment screening events for its Juvenile Justice …

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May 31, 2024 at 5:05 PM

ILLINOISANS INVITED TO DONATE TO STATE PARKS COMPETITION

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, May 31, 2024 Contact: Jenny Vaughn217-785-2003ILLINOISANS INVITED TO DONATE TO STATE PARKS COMPETITIONSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) is partnering with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to raise money an…

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May 31, 2024 at 4:09 PM

Illinois State Fair Box Office Opens June 3

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release May 31, 2024 Contact: Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Illinois State Fair Box Office Opens June 3 SPRINGFIELD, IL –The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens for in-person ticket purchases Monday, June 3. Regular box office hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through …

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May 31, 2024 at 3:05 PM

IDPH Marks Pride Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 31, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov IDPH Marks Pride MonthDepartment offers many programs and services for LGBTQIA+ communitySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is observing Pride Month durin…

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May 31, 2024 at 2:28 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces Move to Online Livestock Exhibitor Registration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release May 31, 2024Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Illinois State Fair Announces Move to Online Livestock Exhibitor Registration ShoWorks Platform Now Live   SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair announces that livestock exhibitor registration has moved onli…

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May 31, 2024 at 2:09 PM

Arts and Foreign Language Education Grant Program Fiscal Year 2024 Recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 31, 2024 Contact: George [email protected] and Foreign Language Education Grant Program Fiscal Year 2024 RecipientsThe Illinois Arts Council (IAC), in cooperation with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), is pleased to a…

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May 31, 2024 at 1:12 PM

ICC Issues Decision on Peoples Gas’ General Rate Increase Request Rehearing

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 31, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Issues Decision on Peoples Gas’ General Rate Increase Request RehearingSpringfield, IL – Yesterday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) authorized a $1.6 million incr…

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May 30, 2024 at 3:07 PM

Commission on Equity and Inclusion Launches Second Segment of Its Educational Webinar Series: State of Illinois Buying Plan – Making It Work for Your Business

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 30, 2024 Media Contact: Nikita [email protected] Commission on Equity and Inclusion Launches Second Segment of Its Educational Webinar Series: State of Illinois Buying Plan – Making It Work for Your BusinessSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois…

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May 24, 2024 at 8:57 PM

Illinois’ spring turkey hunters harvest record number of wild turkeys

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, May 24, 2024Media contact: [email protected]’ spring turkey hunters harvest record number of wild turkeysSPRINGFIELD – Illinois hunters harvested a preliminary statewide record total of 17,208 wild turkeys during the 2024 Illino…

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May 24, 2024 at 5:04 PM

A great catch for families: Visit Pere Marquette State Park for the Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair on June 8

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, May 24, 2024Media contact: [email protected] great catch for families: Visit Pere Marquette State Park for the Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair on June 8SPRINGFIELD – Pere Marquette State Park will host the Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair…

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May 23, 2024 at 9:41 PM

Vandalia Grand Levee set for June 15 at the Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, May 23, 2024Media contact: [email protected] Grand Levee set for June 15 at the Vandalia Statehouse State Historic SiteSPRINGFIELD – The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will host the annual Grand Levee, an annual celeb…

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May 23, 2024 at 9:33 PM

Fort de Chartres hosting 54th annual Rendezvous June 1-2

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, May 23, 2024Media contact: [email protected] de Chartres hosting 54th annual Rendezvous June 1-2SPRINGFIELD – The Fort de Chartres Rendezvous, a popular annual tradition in Randolph County, will take place June 1 and 2 at the Fort…

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May 23, 2024 at 4:40 PM

Indiana man cited for allegedly cheating in Illinois bass fishing tournament

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, May 23, 2024Media contact: [email protected] man cited for allegedly cheating in Illinois bass fishing tournamentSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Conservation Police have cited an Indiana man for allegedly cheating in a bass fishing tour…

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May 23, 2024 at 4:13 PM

IDPH Reminds Illinoisans to Practice Safe Swimming Habits to Prevent Drownings and Other Water Risks

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 23, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@Illinois.govIDPH Reminds Illinoisans to Practice Safe Swimming Habits to Prevent Drownings and Other Water RisksCHICAGO – As the Memorial Day weekend and outdoor swimming season are approaching…

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May 23, 2024 at 3:45 PM

USDA APHIS Announces Final Animal Disease Traceability Rule

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                              May 23, 2024                                                                                                      CONTACT:Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283USDA APHIS Announces Final Animal Disease Trac…

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May 22, 2024 at 6:03 PM

IDPH Marks EMS Week with Awards, Honors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov IDPH Marks EMS Week with Awards, HonorsLurie Children’s Hospital, veteran EMTs recognized for their effortsSPRINGFIELD – This week (May 19-25, 2024) is National EMS (Emergency Medic…

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May 21, 2024 at 8:47 PM

IDNR and Illinois Conservation Police urge life jacket use, sober boating ahead of busy Memorial Day weekend on the water

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE[DATE]CONTACT:Rachel TorbertOFFICE: (217) 785-3953CELL: (217) [email protected] and Illinois Conservation Police urge life jacket use, sober boating ahead of busy Memorial Day weekend on the waterSPRINGFIELD – Memorial Day weekend is …

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May 21, 2024 at 7:03 PM

IDPH West Chicago Regional Office Relocates, Merges with Former Bellwood Office to Create Westchester RHO

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 21, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH West Chicago Regional Office Relocates, Merges with Former Bellwood Office to Create Westchester RHOCHICAGO – As part of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)’s ongoi…

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