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July 3, 2024 at 5:57 PM

Statement from HFS Director Elizabeth Whitehorn on Transformative Federal Waiver Approval for Illinois Medicaid

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 3, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govStatement from HFS Director Elizabeth Whitehorn on Transformative Federal Waiver Approval for Illinois MedicaidWaiver will increase access to services that address health disparities…

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July 2, 2024 at 8:00 PM

Illinois Conservation Police urge sober boating during Fourth of July weekend

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 2, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] Conservation Police urge sober boating during Fourth of July weekendSPRINGFIELD – During the Fourth of July holiday weekend and throughout the busy summer boating season, Illinois Conservat…

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July 2, 2024 at 7:44 PM

Farmers Market Coupon Books Available to Low-Income Older Adults

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected] Farmers Market Coupon Books Available to Low-Income Older AdultsSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Farmers market season is in full swing, and older adults may be able to get help buying fresh, local produce. The Senior Fa…

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July 2, 2024 at 5:04 PM

Gov. Pritzker, IL Congressional Leaders Announce iFAB Awarded $51 million EDA Tech Hubs Grant

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 02, 2024DCEO Contact: [email protected] Gov. Pritzker, IL Congressional Leaders Announce iFAB Awarded $51 million EDA Tech Hubs GrantiFAB Tech Hub Selected for EDA Phase 2 Funding, Advancing Illinois as a Leader in Precision FermentationURBANA …

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July 2, 2024 at 4:24 PM

IDPH Adds Nearly 150 More High-Risk ZIP Codes to Lead Testing List

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov IDPH Adds Nearly 150 More High-Risk ZIP Codes to Lead Testing ListMove puts state closer to goal of universal lead testing by 2026SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public He…

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July 2, 2024 at 3:22 PM

IDPH Adds Nearly 150 More High-Risk ZIP Codes to Lead Testing List

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected]  IDPH Adds Nearly 150 More High-Risk ZIP Codes to Lead Testing List Move puts state closer to goal of universal lead testing by 2026 SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Pub…

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July 2, 2024 at 3:04 PM

Shaboozey to headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Sunday, August 18th

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 2, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Shaboozey to headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Sunday, August 18thGrandstand Concert Series Now FinalizedSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair has announced that rising star and crossover artis…

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July 2, 2024 at 2:03 PM

IDNR announces 2024 schedule of waterfowl blind site drawings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 2, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] announces 2024 schedule of waterfowl blind site drawingsDrawings are for public hunting area waterfowl blind sitesSPRINGFIELD – Waterfowl hunters should mark their calendars for upcoming waterf…

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July 1, 2024 at 9:48 PM

REVISED with updated training date: Application period for local park development grants opens July 1 Deadline to apply for an OSLAD grant is Sept. 13

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, July 1, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] with updated training date: Application period for local park development grants opens July 1 Deadline to apply for an OSLAD grant is Sept. 13SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Natural …

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July 1, 2024 at 8:08 PM

State of Illinois Offering $10,000 To Help Buy a Home and Put Down Roots

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Monday, July 1, 2024   Contact: Andrew Field  [email protected] State of Illinois Offering $10,000 To Help Buy a Home and Put Down RootsDownpayment Assistance Available for New & Existing Homebuyers   CHICAGO – As National Homeownership Month comes to…

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July 1, 2024 at 5:16 PM

Department of Public Health Reminds Illinoisans to Avoid July 4th Hazards & Celebrate Summer Safely

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 1, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] of Public Health Reminds Illinoisans to Avoid July 4th Hazards & Celebrate Summer Safely  Foodborne Illnesses, Sunburn & Heat Stroke, Seasonal Pests Like Mosq…

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July 1, 2024 at 4:47 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces “It’s Showtime!” Theme

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 1, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Illinois State Fair Announces “It’s Showtime!” ThemeParade Entry Applications Accepted Until July 8   SPRINGFIELD, IL – It’s Showtime! The theme for the 2024 Illinois State Fair captures the spirit of the fair …

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July 1, 2024 at 4:33 PM

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns Purple Heart Medal to Family of Pearl Harbor Veteran

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 1, 2024   CONTACT: Adriana Colindres (217) 558-1920Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns Purple Heart Medal to Family of Pearl Harbor Veteran11th medal returned under Frerichs’ Operation Purple Heart   Video of news conference will be availab…

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July 1, 2024 at 4:16 PM

NELLY HEADLINES DU QUOIN STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2024   CONTACT:           Lori Harlan (217) 558-1546 [email protected] HEADLINES DU QUOIN STATE FAIR GRANDSTANDDU QUOIN, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair announced that rap legend Nelly will headline the Du Quoin State Fair on Mon., Sept. 2. …

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July 1, 2024 at 4:12 PM

Stay Safe and Leave Fireworks to the Professionals on July 4th

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: July 1, 2024   Contact: JC Fultz 217-685-2041 [email protected] Safe and Leave Fireworks to the Professionals on July 4thApproximately 1/4 of all injured persons suffered multiple injuries due to fireworks Springfield, Ill- The Illinois Depa…

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July 1, 2024 at 3:59 PM

Application period for local park development grants opens July 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, July 1, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] period for local park development grants opens July 1Deadline to apply for an OSLAD grant is Sept. 13SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will accept applicat…

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July 1, 2024 at 3:44 PM

More Heat on the Way, So Stay Cool

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseJuly 1, 2024Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Heat on the Way, So Stay CoolSPRINGFIELD – Heat and humidity started early this summer and the long hot days makes it more important that you stay …

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June 28, 2024 at 1:08 PM

Grilling Safety a Priority this 4th of July and Summer

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: June 28, 2024   Contact: JC Fultz 217-685-2041 [email protected] Safety a Priority this 4th of July and SummerRoughly one-fifth or 20% of grilling fires were caused by a grill that was not clean  Springfield, Ill- The Office of the Illin…

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June 27, 2024 at 7:10 PM

IDNR accepting grant applications for Pheasant Fund and Habitat Fund projects through Aug. 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 27, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] accepting grant applications for Pheasant Fund and Habitat Fund projects through Aug. 1SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting grant applications for th…

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June 25, 2024 at 6:47 PM

Illinois EPA Awards Additional $649,000 to Units of Local Government for Energy Planning and Efficiency Projects

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2024 Contact: Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Awards Additional $649,000 to Units of Local Government for Energy Planning and Efficiency ProjectsSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ha…

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June 24, 2024 at 4:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker and the State of Illinois Announce IRONMAN will be Held in Rockford

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2024DCEO Contact: [email protected] Gov. Pritzker and the State of Illinois Announce IRONMAN will be Held in RockfordIRONMAN’s decision to move to Illinois was supported by the state’s Tourism Incentive Grant Program; 2025 represents the fi…

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June 24, 2024 at 3:04 PM

Fire Prevention Week 2024 Theme Announced “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: June 21, 2024 Contact: JC Fultz217-685-2041 [email protected] Prevention Week 2024 Theme Announced “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!Smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half (54 percent)Springfield, Ill- The…

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June 24, 2024 at 1:50 PM

IDOL On-Site Program Joins Casino Partnership to Promote Construction Safety

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2024 Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] On-Site Program Joins Casino Partnership to Promote Construction Safety Initiative will focus on keeping the 500-plus workers safe and healthyJOLIET – The Illinois Department o…

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June 21, 2024 at 9:43 PM

U.S. Small Business Administration Approves Montgomery County Disaster Declaration for Severe Flooding

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseJune 21 2024 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected]. Small Business Administration Approves Montgomery County Disaster Declaration for Severe FloodingApplications for low-interest loans are now avai…

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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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