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October 3, 2024 at 5:53 PM

Third annual State of Illinois Vendor Summit offers resources, education, and networking opportunities for businesses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 3, 2024Media Contact: [email protected] Third annual State of Illinois Vendor Summit offers resources, education, and networking opportunities for businessesSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) …
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October 3, 2024 at 4:03 PM

Governor Pritzker & IDPH Remind Illinoisans Early Detection is the Key to Fighting Breast Cancer

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 3, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Pritzker & IDPH Remind Illinoisans Early Detection is the Key to Fighting Breast Cancer Governor Proclaims October Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 18 as M…
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October 2, 2024 at 5:11 PM

Honoring Illinois' Fallen

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Illinois' FallenThe 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:Illinois Army National Guard, Private First …
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October 1, 2024 at 2:02 PM

IDOL Reminds Employers of Forthcoming Salary Transparency Law

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 1, 2024                 Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Reminds Employers of Forthcoming Salary Transparency LawWages, salary and benefits will be required in job postings in 2025   SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois …
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October 1, 2024 at 1:46 PM

Gov. Pritzker proclaims October Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, joins Illinois DCFS and Pace Bus to remind caregivers to practice the ABCs of safe sleep

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release October 1, 2024   Contact: Deborah Lopez Illinois DCFS 312-937-0050Gov. Pritzker proclaims October Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, joins Illinois DCFS and Pace Bus to remind caregivers to practice the ABCs of safe sleepPlacards to be featured on 669 bu…
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October 1, 2024 at 1:31 PM

Governor JB Pritzker Proclaims October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 2024    FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer Jennings [email protected] JB Pritzker Proclaims October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology offers resources to stay cyber safe S…
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September 30, 2024 at 7:26 PM

HFS and IDOI Announce $6.5 Million In Grants Awarded Through Get Covered Illinois Navigator Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 30, 2024     CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected]     [email protected] and IDOI Announce $6.5 Million In Grants Awarded Through Get Covered Illinois Navigator ProgramThe program will help Illinoisans find hea…
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September 27, 2024 at 9:32 PM

September is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 9/27/2024   CONTACT: [email protected] 312-814-4459September is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Month Giving a child the best start in life is what every parent wants. Pregnant women go through a myriad of changes to their bod…
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September 27, 2024 at 9:09 PM

IDOI Helps Illinois Life Insurance Consumers Collect More than $8.5 Million

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  September 27, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] Helps Illinois Life Insurance Consumers Collect More than $8.5 MillionChicago – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) announces that its Life Policy Locator helped return to consumers…
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September 27, 2024 at 7:01 PM

IDOL Alerts Local Officials on Hiring for Public Works Projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 27, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Alerts Local Officials on Hiring for Public Works ProjectsState law requiring the hiring of Illinois workers to take effect   SPRINGFIELD – The Employment of Illinoi…
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September 27, 2024 at 1:02 PM

The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission hosts Public Hearing in Springfield

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: September 27, 2024Contact: [email protected] Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission hosts Public Hearing in SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD, IL—The State of Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC) announces t…
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September 26, 2024 at 4:37 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Expanded Eligibility for Energy Efficiency Grants

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2024 Contact:  Kim Biggs [email protected] 217-558-1536 Illinois EPA Announces Expanded Eligibility for Energy Efficiency GrantsSPRINGFIELD — Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Director James Jennings announced…
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September 26, 2024 at 4:04 PM

IDPH Report Shows Drop in Infant Mortality Rate as State of Illinois Makes Push to Improve Infant Health

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 26, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Report Shows Drop in Infant Mortality Rate as State of Illinois Makes Push to Improve Infant HealthReport Highlights Ongoing Disparities and Need for Targeted Prevent…
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September 26, 2024 at 3:42 PM

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024, Illinois Lottery Veterans' Cash Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFOR MORE INFORMATION:Maureen S [email protected] Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024, Illinois Lottery Veterans' Cash GrantsSpringfield, IL - The Illinois Department of Veter…
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September 26, 2024 at 2:42 PM

Department on Aging Announces Roundtables to Discuss Aging Issues and Priorities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 26, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging Announces Roundtables to Discuss Aging Issues and PrioritiesSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State aging officials are holding a series of roundtable discussions—open to service providers, older…
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September 26, 2024 at 1:11 AM

Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS), Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) receive Excellence Through Collaboration Award from the National Association of State Chief Administrators (NASCA)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 25, 2024Media Contact: [email protected] Department of Central Management Services (CMS), Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) receive Excellence Through Collaboration Award from the National Association of State Chief Administrators (NAS…
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September 26, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) Director Raven A. DeVaughn earns National Ray Walton Leadership Award from the National Association of State Chief Administrators (NASCA)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 25, 2024Media Contact: [email protected] Department of Central Management Services (CMS) Director Raven A. DeVaughn earns National Ray Walton Leadership Award from the National Association of State Chief Administrators (NASCA)…
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September 25, 2024 at 6:56 PM

Illinois fall trout season opens Oct. 19 in locations statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, Sept. 25, 2024Media contact: [email protected] fall trout season opens Oct. 19 in locations statewideSPRINGFIELD – The 2024 Illinois fall trout season will open Saturday, Oct. 19 at 60 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the…
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September 25, 2024 at 4:47 PM

State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns Missing Money to Nearly 140,000 Residents Through Enhanced Money Match

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 25, 2024 CONTACT:Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920 Eric Krol 312.814.1252State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns Missing Money to Nearly 140,000 Residents Through Enhanced Money Match   No Claim Needed as $13.2 Million to be Returned   A record-s…
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September 25, 2024 at 3:03 PM

Illinois Arts Council Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Creative Accelerator Fund Guidelines and Application

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [DATE] CONTACT [email protected] Arts Council Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Creative Accelerator Fund Guidelines and Application The Illinois Arts Council (IAC) is pleased to announce the release of the Creative Accelerator Fund (CAF). As …
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September 24, 2024 at 6:52 PM

Illinois Veterans' Homes at Anna and Manteno See Increase in Mild COVID-19 Cases

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFOR MORE INFORMATION:Maureen S [email protected] Veterans' Homes at Anna and Manteno See Increase in Mild COVID-19 CasesIDVA continues to follow CDC and IDPH guidance to minimize the spreadSpringfield, IL – The Illin…
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September 23, 2024 at 6:03 PM

IDOL, OSFM Inspect Haunted Houses to Keep them Safe and Spooky

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2024   Contact: [email protected] [email protected], OSFM Inspect Haunted Houses to Keep them Safe and SpookyTragic Fires in the 1970’s and 1980’s have led to increased safety in haunted houses   SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois …
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September 23, 2024 at 4:03 PM

IDPH Suicide Prevention Grant Boosts Mental Health Offerings for Students

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected]  IDPH Suicide Prevention Grant Boosts Mental Health Offerings for StudentsSecond year of funding for DuPage High School District 88 will make it easier for students around…
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September 23, 2024 at 2:07 PM

President Biden Approves Illinois Disaster Declaration for Severe Weather and Flooding

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseSeptember 20, 2024Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Biden Approves Illinois Disaster Declaration for Severe Weather and FloodingImpacted communities can now access individual assistance SP…
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September 20, 2024 at 7:24 PM

Illinois State Museum’s Growing Up X exhibit wins award of excellence

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 For more information contact:[email protected] State Museum’s Growing Up X exhibit wins award of excellenceSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Museum has received a 2024 Award of Excellence from the American Associ…
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September 20, 2024 at 6:41 PM

Gov. JB Pritzker Proclaims September 23-29, 2024, Rail Safety Week in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 23, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) [email protected] Gov. JB Pritzker Proclaims September 23-29, 2024, Rail Safety Week in Illinois Chicago, IL – Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed September 23-29, 2024, Rail Safety Week…
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September 19, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Easy Steps for National Preparedness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseSeptember 19, 2024 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Steps for National Preparedness MonthSPRINGFIELD – September is National Preparedness Month, and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency an…
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September 19, 2024 at 5:36 PM

IDNR announces nearly $1 million for Natural Areas Stewardship grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Sept. 19, 2024Media contact: [email protected] IDNR announces nearly $1 million for Natural Areas Stewardship grantsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) today announced nearly $1 million in grants to suppo…
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September 19, 2024 at 5:19 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Up in August

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: September 19, 2024   CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | 217.524.1219 [email protected]  Illinois Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Up in AugustSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that nonfarm payrolls were up +800 while…
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September 19, 2024 at 3:19 PM

Illinois State Dental Society and Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations Launch Campaign to Fight Unlicensed Dental Care

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:September 19, 2024Media Contact:(IDFPR) Chris [email protected] State Dental Society and Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations Launch Campaign to Fight Unlicensed Dental Care'Fake Dentist, Real Risk' Campa…
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September 19, 2024 at 1:15 PM

EV Manufacturer Ymer Technology Announces Opening of U.S. Headquarters in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseEV Manufacturer Ymer Technology Announces Opening of U.S. Headquarters in IllinoisREV Illinois incentive package supports company’s relocation from Houston BUFFALO GROVE – Ymer Technology, a manufacturer of electric vehicle (EV) components for the heavy equipment industry, the…
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September 18, 2024 at 8:25 PM

Treasurer Frerichs Honors Hispanic Leaders And Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 18, 2024   CONTACT: Eric Krol                312.814.1252 Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920Treasurer Frerichs Honors Hispanic Leaders And Celebrates Hispanic Heritage MonthIllini Basketball Associate Head Coach, CPS Educator, Downstate Artist and…
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September 16, 2024 at 5:02 PM

IDPH Posts New “This is Public Health” Podcast Looking Ahead to Fall and Winter Respiratory Virus Season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 16, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Posts New “This is Public Health” Podcast Looking Ahead to Fall and Winter Respiratory Virus SeasonCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging…
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September 16, 2024 at 2:04 PM

2024 Illinois State Fair Breaks Attendance Records for 4th Time Under Pritzker Administration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2024   CONTACT Lori Harlan 217.670.92832024 Illinois State Fair Breaks Attendance Records for 4th Time Under Pritzker AdministrationGrowth attributed to new attractions, cooler temperatures & overall improvements   SPRINGFIELD, IL - To…
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September 13, 2024 at 7:15 PM

Ferne Clyffe State Park to celebrate 75 years on Sept. 21

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] Clyffe State Park to celebrate 75 years on Sept. 21Public celebration will include guided hikes, youth fishing, rock-climbing demos, and moreSPRINGFIELD – When the State of Illinois …
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September 13, 2024 at 6:58 PM

ILLINOIS FARM SAFETY EMPHASIZED DURING HARVEST SEASON

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 13, 2024   CONTACT:  Lori Harlan (217) 558-1546ILLINOIS FARM SAFETY EMPHASIZED DURING HARVEST SEASONGovernor JB Pritzker declares September 15-21 as Farm Safety and Health Week to promote workplace precautions on farms SPRINGFIELD, IL – Govern…
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September 12, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Adopts New Advertising and Marketing Rules Among Other Regulatory Measures at September Board Meeting

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:September 12, 2024For More Information Contact:Joe [email protected] Gaming Board Adopts New Advertising and Marketing Rules Among Other Regulatory Measures at September Board Meeting This month marks National Responsible …
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September 12, 2024 at 4:20 PM

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces Enhancements To Bright Start 529 College Savings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 12, 2024 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces Enhancements To Bright Start 529 College Savings Lower Fees, Low-Cost Investment Options, New App to Launch Sept. 30 TIAA was awarded long-term contract to man…
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September 12, 2024 at 11:02 AM

**MEDIA ADVISORY**

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 11, 2024   CONTACT: Eric Krol               312.814.1252 **MEDIA ADVISORY** State Treasurer Mike FrerichsTo Announce Bright Start Improvements  Lower Fees, New Smartphone App, Investment Enhancements Coming to College Savings Program    Lives…
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September 11, 2024 at 7:39 PM

**MEDIA ADVISORY**

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 11, 2024   CONTACT: Eric Krol               312.814.1252 **MEDIA ADVISORY** State Treasurer Mike FrerichsTo Announce Bright Start Improvements  Lower Fees, New Smartphone App, Investment Enhancements Coming to College Savings Program    Lives…
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September 11, 2024 at 4:20 PM

Honoring Patriot Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Patriot 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 in honor of:Patriot DayPlease lower the United States flags an…
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September 11, 2024 at 3:02 PM

IDFPR’s Division of Banking Receives 2024 CSBS Reaccreditation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: September 11, 2024   Contact: Chris Slaby [email protected]’s Division of Banking Receives 2024 CSBS ReaccreditationCHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation’s (“IDFPR”) Division of Banking (“DOB”) is pr…
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September 9, 2024 at 2:18 PM

Need Affordable Phone or Broadband Service? The ICC is Encouraging Illinoisans to get Connected with FCC’s Lifeline Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 9, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) [email protected] Affordable Phone or Broadband Service? The ICC is Encouraging Illinoisans to get Connected with FCC’s Lifeline ProgramChicago, IL—The Illinois Commerce Commission (I…
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September 9, 2024 at 2:02 PM

2024 ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR HOSTS INTERNATIONAL BUYERS FROM NINE COUNTRIES

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 9, 2024CONTACT:Lori Harlan: 217.558.1546 2024 ILLINOIS GRAIN TOUR HOSTS INTERNATIONAL BUYERS FROM NINE COUNTRIES2023 grain tour had projected sales of $30 millionSPRINGFIELD, IL – In an effort to forge relationships and increase export sales of…
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September 6, 2024 at 4:25 PM

IDOA TO DISTRIBUTE NEARLY $525,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO FORTIFY ILLINOIS’ SPECIALTY CROP INDUSTRY

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   September 6, 2024   CONTACT:  Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283IDOA TO DISTRIBUTE NEARLY $525,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO FORTIFY ILLINOIS’ SPECIALTY CROP INDUSTRYThe 2024 USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant program will enhance the competitiveness of specialty cr…
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September 5, 2024 at 7:32 PM

IDNR to accept bids for agriculture leases for 2025-2029

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] to accept bids for agriculture leases for 2025-2029SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will accept sealed bids this fall for about 30 agricultural lease co…
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September 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Scholarship Program Helps Families of Laid off Coal Workers in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 5, 2024   Contacts:  Amanda Pankau, Director of Energy and Community Resiliency, Prairie Rivers Network, [email protected], 217-840-3057 Lynne Baker, Managing Director of Communications, Illinois Student Assistance Commission, Lynne.Bak…
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September 3, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Mandatory Medicaid-enrolled healthcare provider revalidation resuming, following pandemic pause

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 3, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected] Medicaid-enrolled healthcare provider revalidation resuming, following pandemic pauseProviders actively enrolled in the Illinois Medicaid program will need to revalidate th…
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September 3, 2024 at 1:17 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day ReportHighlights efforts to prevent worker exploitation, work done on behalf of Illinoisans   SPRINGFIELD – The Illinoi…
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September 2, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2024 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day ReportHighlights efforts to prevent worker exploitation, work done on behalf of IllinoisansSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Depar…