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July 25, 2024 at 3:11 PM

IDPH, Brady & Ad Council Unveil Video PSA to Promote "Pause to Heal" Firearm Safety Campaign in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 25, 2024CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH, Brady & Ad Council Unveil Video PSA to Promote "Pause to Heal" Firearm Safety Campaign in IllinoisNew PSA by McKinney Builds on Initial Partnership to Prevent Suicides and …

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July 25, 2024 at 2:33 PM

ICC Adopts Resolution in Support of FERC Order No. 1920

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 25, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Adopts Resolution in Support of FERC Order No. 1920Springfield, IL – On Wednesday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) adopted a resolution supporting a set of Feder…

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July 24, 2024 at 9:59 PM

IDOI Acting Director Testifies at Illinois General Assembly Hearing on Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  July 24, 2024  MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] Acting Director Testifies at Illinois General Assembly Hearing on Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) PBMs may be inflating drug costs, limiting access and affordability for consumers   Chicago, I…

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July 24, 2024 at 7:06 PM

Pritzker Administration announces Child Support pass-through payment rule change takes effect this month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 24, 2024CONTACT:[email protected] Administration announces Child Support pass-through payment rule change takes effect this monthTemporary Assistance for Needy Families recipients will now receive full pass-through paymentsBeginning in…

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July 23, 2024 at 4:21 PM

Mike Singletary Football Card, Rolex Watch Among Items At Treasurer Frerichs’ Public Preview of State Fair Unclaimed Property Auction

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 23, 2024 CONTACT:Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920Mike Singletary Football Card, Rolex Watch Among Items At Treasurer Frerichs’ Public Preview of State Fair Unclaimed Property Auction Auction Preview Set for July 25 in Springfield A woman’s 18-karat yel…

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July 23, 2024 at 4:05 PM

Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Housing Development Authority Announce 2024 Affordable Housing Tax Credit Developments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Tuesday, July 23, 2024   Contact:   Andrew Field [email protected] Pritzker and the Illinois Housing Development Authority Announce 2024 Affordable Housing Tax Credit DevelopmentsAllocations will spur affordable housing creation, robust constructio…

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July 22, 2024 at 8:13 PM

IDNR reminds Illinoisans of potential black bear visits during the summer season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, July 22, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] reminds Illinoisans of potential black bear visits during the summer seasonBear sightings in Illinois are rare but not unprecedentedSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Res…

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July 22, 2024 at 4:20 PM

Care Center Earns Top Safety Designation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   July 22, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Center Earns Top Safety DesignationWinning Wheels recognized for outstanding safety and health management   PROPHETSTOWN, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Labor’s (IDO…

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July 22, 2024 at 4:05 PM

IDFPR Highlights Licensing Assistance, Safety Tips for Military Consumer Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: July 19, 2024 Contact: Chris [email protected] IDFPR Highlights Licensing Assistance, Safety Tips for Military Consumer MonthCHICAGO – July is Military Consumer Month, and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation…

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July 22, 2024 at 3:48 PM

Stay Cool and Follow the Rules at the Pool this Summer!

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: July 19, 2024   Contact: JC Fultz 217-685-2041 [email protected] Cool and Follow the Rules at the Pool this Summer!Where location was known, 80% of reported fatal child drownings occurred in a residential setting  Springfield, Ill- The popul…

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July 18, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Ten Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events for the Fall of 2024

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2024 Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Ten Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events for the Fall of 2024One-day collection events to be held in addition to five long-term collection locations…

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July 18, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Up in June

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: July 18, 2024   CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | 217.524.1219 [email protected]  Illinois Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Up in JuneSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate increased +0.1 perce…

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July 18, 2024 at 2:04 PM

Harness Racing Kicks off 2024 Grandstand Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 18, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Harness Racing Kicks off 2024 Grandstand ActionAll Races Will Feature Illinois HorsesSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will host harness racing to kick off County Fairs and Horse Racing Day …

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July 17, 2024 at 6:12 PM

IDPH Reports First Human Case of West Nile Virus in Illinois of 2024

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Reports First Human Case of West Nile Virus in Illinois of 2024 CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the first human case of 2024 in Il…

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July 16, 2024 at 5:16 PM

Deadline Extended for Illinois State Fair Online Livestock Exhibitor Registration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 16, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Deadline Extended for Illinois State Fair Online Livestock Exhibitor RegistrationSPRINGFIELD, IL – Due to the extreme weather experienced throughout the State of Illinois, the Illinois Department of Agricultur…

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July 16, 2024 at 2:03 PM

IDOL Conducts Annual Prevailing Wage Survey, New Rates Posted

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 16, 2024 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Conducts Annual Prevailing Wage Survey, New Rates PostedLaw Requires Posting No Later Than July 15thSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) posted updated prevai…

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July 15, 2024 at 7:51 PM

Red, white and new: Westminster Drive bridge dedicated in Marion, featuring American flag theme

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 15, 2024 CONTACT:Dawn Johnson 618.301.6050 Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Red, white and new: Westminster Drive bridge dedicated in Marion, featuring American flag theme$7.3 million project made possible by Rebuild Illinois pays tribute to military, veter…

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July 15, 2024 at 7:03 PM

ISAC HOSTS 14TH ANNUAL COLLEGE CHANGES EVERYTHING CONFERENCE: COMMUNITY HEALTH AND EDUCATIONAL EQUITY

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 15, 2024 CONTACT: Lynne Baker 847.831.8024 [email protected] ISAC HOSTS 14TH ANNUAL COLLEGE CHANGES EVERYTHING CONFERENCE: COMMUNITY HEALTH AND EDUCATIONAL EQUITY PLUS: Free On-site FAFSA Completion Workshop Open to All Students and Families …

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July 15, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Biennial Report Highlights Years of Transformation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Monday, July 15, 2024Contact: Andrew [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Biennial Report Highlights Years of TransformationCHICAGO – Today, the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) released its 2022 & 2023 Biennial Rep…

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July 12, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Illinois Opens its 100th Social Equity Cannabis Dispensary

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:July 12, 2024Contact: Chris [email protected] Opens its 100th Social Equity Cannabis DispensaryIDFPR Leadership attends the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in ChampaignCHAMPAIGN – Today, the Pritzker Administration announced that SEquity…

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July 11, 2024 at 2:04 PM

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES TRAM SERVICE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 11, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES TRAM SERVICETrams will operate during the 11 days of the fairSPRINGFIELD, IL – The most requested ride at the Illinois State Fair is returning in 2024. The Illinois State Fair is …

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July 10, 2024 at 7:42 PM

State of Illinois Celebrates $1 Billion in Cannabis Retail Sales

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:July 10, 2024Contact: Chris [email protected] of Illinois Celebrates $1 Billion in Cannabis Retail SalesIllinois cannabis industry continues to lead social equity efforts nationwideCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker announced today that…

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July 10, 2024 at 7:12 PM

New Advisory Council Studies Medicaid Financing Models to Expand Equitable Access to Sickle Cell and High-Cost Drug Treatments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                           July 10, 2024                                                                                                                         CONTACT: [email protected] Advisor…

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July 9, 2024 at 6:05 PM

Freelance Worker Protection Act Takes Effect

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 9, 2024 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Worker Protection Act Takes EffectNew law provides protections for independent contractors in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Freelance Worker Protection Act, which provides pro…

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July 8, 2024 at 4:33 PM

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ANNOUNCES EXHIBITION REQUIREMENT CHANGES FOR DAIRY CATTLE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2024   CONTACT: Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ANNOUNCES EXHIBITION REQUIREMENT CHANGES FOR DAIRY CATTLESPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced an intrastate testing requirement for …

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July 5, 2024 at 3:53 PM

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR MUSEUM FOUNDATION LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY SERVANTS WITH TIES TO A COUNTY FAIR ANDIL STATE FAIR TO RECOGNIZE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 5, 2024Contact:Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation 217-725-8047ILLINOIS STATE FAIR MUSEUM FOUNDATION LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY SERVANTS WITH TIES TO A COUNTY FAIR ANDIL STATE FAIR TO RECOGNIZE SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation …

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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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