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January 6, 2025 at 8:36 PM

Pritzker Administration announces Illinois' selection to participate in new federal initiative to improve maternal health

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Jan. 6, 2024CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govPritzker Administration announces Illinois' selection to participate in new federal initiative to improve maternal healthThe new Transforming Maternal Health Model will provide $17 milli…
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January 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM

Pritzker Administration & IDPH Announce Health Equity Zone Pilot Project Grants for McDonough and Winnebago Counties

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 6, 2025   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Administration & IDPH Announce Health Equity Zone Pilot Project Grants for McDonough and Winnebago Counties Program Stems from Heathy Illinois 2028 State Health…
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January 3, 2025 at 7:44 PM

Illinois DCFS Offers Post-Secondary Scholarships to Current and Former Youth in Care

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release January 3, 2025   Contact: Deborah Lopez [email protected] DCFS Offers Post-Secondary Scholarships to Current and Former Youth in Care DCFS Scholarship Program applications accepted until March 31   CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Ch…
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January 3, 2025 at 3:02 PM

2025 CERTIFIED LIVESTOCK MANAGER IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS AND ONLINE TRAINING ANNOUNCED

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 2025   CONTACT:  Lori Harlan 217.670.92832025 CERTIFIED LIVESTOCK MANAGER IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS AND ONLINE TRAINING ANNOUNCEDBoth online and in-person exams now offered in Spanish Springfield, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA)…
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December 31, 2024 at 10:02 PM

New Laws, Rules Impacting Public Health to Take Effect in 2025

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:December 31, 2024CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govNew Laws, Rules Impacting Public Health to Take Effect in 2025Strengthened rules on childhood lead testing, requirements for long-term care facilities among changes in the New Ye…
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December 30, 2024 at 10:11 PM

Honoring President Jimmy Carter, Former President of the United States

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring President Jimmy Carter, Former President of the United StatesThe 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 an…
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December 30, 2024 at 2:02 PM

IDHR Extends Statute of Limitations Period

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 30, 2024 CONTACT: [email protected] Extends Statute of Limitations Period New Deadline for Filing an Employment, Public Accommodations, Education, and Financial Credit Charge with IDHR Takes Effect Jan. 1   CHICAGO – Illinoisans seeking…
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December 27, 2024 at 11:26 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 State Police Trooper Clay Carns, 35…
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December 27, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Protections for Family Responsibilities in Employment Take Effect January 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 27, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] for Family Responsibilities in Employment Take Effect January 1 New Law Adds Family Responsibilities to the Illinois Human Rights Act   CHICAGO – Workers in Illinois who provide personal care…
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December 26, 2024 at 2:01 PM

New Law Expands Reproductive Rights

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 26, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] Law Expands Reproductive Rights Protections for Reproductive Health Decision-Making Take Effect January 1 CHICAGO – Illinois continues to lead the country in strengthening reproductive rights. A law …
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December 23, 2024 at 7:44 PM

Please Disregard: ICC Approves Amended ComEd Grid Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  December 23, 2024   ICC CONTACT Cayli Baker Office: (312) 793-8841  [email protected] Disregard: ICC Approves Amended ComEd Grid PlanYou may have received an Illinois e-News release today entitled “ICC Approves Amended ComEd Grid Plan” due t…
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December 23, 2024 at 7:07 PM

ICC Approves Amended ComEd Grid Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Approves Amended ComEd Grid PlanChicago, IL – Today, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved Commonwealth Edison’s refiled multi-year grid plan (2024-2027) …
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December 23, 2024 at 6:33 PM

IDPH Announces that Illinois Respiratory Surveillance Data Show Uptick in Seasonal Illnesses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 23, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Announces that Illinois Respiratory Surveillance Data Show Uptick in Seasonal Illnesses CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that the st…
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December 23, 2024 at 6:11 PM

IDOL Introduces Mediation Unit to Resolve Claims More Quickly

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 23, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Introduces Mediation Unit to Resolve Claims More QuicklyThe informal resolution unit can help claimants avoid hearings, litigation   SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of…
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December 23, 2024 at 3:02 PM

IDNR collecting discarded Christmas trees for fish habitat

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, Dec. 23, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] collecting discarded Christmas trees for fish habitatSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habit…
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December 20, 2024 at 10:56 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Agents Arrest Four Men for Video Gaming Café Burglary

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 20, 2024For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board Agents Arrest Four Men for Video Gaming Café BurglaryCHICAGO – The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) and the Illinois Attorney General's O…
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December 20, 2024 at 9:23 PM

IDNR, IDPH, and IDOA monitoring avian influenza mortality events in waterfowl throughout Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Dec. 20, 2024Media contacts:Illinois Department of Natural Resources: [email protected] Department of Public Health: [email protected] Department of Agriculture: [email protected], IDPH, and IDOA monito…
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December 20, 2024 at 4:50 PM

Start the new year with a First Day Hike at an Illinois state park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Dec. 20, 2024Media contact: [email protected] Start the new year with a First Day Hike at an Illinois state parkSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites outdoor lovers to start 2025 out right with a First Day Hi…
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December 20, 2024 at 4:35 PM

Illinois State Museum announces new director

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Dec. 20, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] State Museum announces new directorSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) today announced Jenn Edginton will serve as director of the Illinois State Museum, a div…
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December 20, 2024 at 3:58 PM

CORRECTED: ICC Approves Amended Ameren Grid Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 20, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) [email protected]: ICC Approves Amended Ameren Grid Plan Chicago, IL – Yesterday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved Ameren Illinois’ refiled multi-year grid plan (2…
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December 20, 2024 at 3:44 PM

CORRECTED: ICC Approves Amended ComEd Grid Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 20, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) [email protected]: ICC Approves Amended ComEd Grid Plan Chicago, IL – Yesterday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved Commonwealth Edison’s refiled multi-year grid pla…
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December 20, 2024 at 3:03 PM

New Year Means New Laws Taking Effect

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] New Year Means New Laws Taking EffectSPRINGFIELD – The new year means that some new protections will be taking effect in Illinois workplaces starting January 1, 2025.   Workers…
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December 19, 2024 at 9:22 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces New Medicaid Coverage for Certified Doula and Lactation Consultant Services

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 19, 2024     CONTACT: [email protected] Administration Announces New Medicaid Coverage for Certified Doula and Lactation Consultant Services New coverage intended to improve maternal and infant health outcomes across IllinoisNew per…
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December 19, 2024 at 8:45 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces New $820M Sustainable Aviation Fuel Investment in Southwest Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseGov. Pritzker Announces New $820M Sustainable Aviation Fuel Investment in Southwest IllinoisAvina Clean Hydrogen selects Illinois for new multi-million dollar investment, creates 150 new full-time jobsCHICAGO- ? Governor JB Pritzker, Avina Clean Hydrogen, and the Illinois Depa…
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December 19, 2024 at 7:56 PM

ICC Approves Amended Ameren Grid Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Approves Amended Ameren Grid PlanChicago, IL – Today, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved Ameren Illinois’ refiled multi-year grid plan (2024-2027) with…
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December 19, 2024 at 6:58 PM

ICC Approves Amended ComEd Grid Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Approves Amended ComEd Grid PlanChicago, IL – Today, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved Commonwealth Edison’s refiled multi-year grid plan (2024-2027) …
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December 19, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Illinois Unemployment Rate Stable, Payrolls Slightly Down in November

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: December 19, 2024   CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco 217.524.1219 [email protected]  Illinois Unemployment Rate Stable, Payrolls Slightly Down in NovemberSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that nonfarm payrolls were…
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December 19, 2024 at 4:26 PM

State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $27,000 To The Salvation Army

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 19, 2024   CONTACT: Eric Krol 312.814.1252State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $27,000 To The Salvation Army Check I-CASH website for Missing Money This Holiday Season An early holiday gift to The Salvation Army will help people in need.   …
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December 18, 2024 at 9:54 PM

More than 82,000 deer harvested during Illinois firearm deer season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] than 82,000 deer harvested during Illinois firearm deer seasonSPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois took a preliminary total of 82,496 deer during the seven-day 2024 Illinois firearm deer season…
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December 18, 2024 at 8:04 PM

Pay Stub Requirement Takes Effect January 1, 2025

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 18, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Stub Requirement Takes Effect January 1, 2025SPRINGFIELD – Starting January 1, 2025, employers in Illinois will be required to provide pay stubs to employees each pay period.…
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December 17, 2024 at 6:03 PM

IDPH Posts 3rd Quarter 2024 Nursing Home Violations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:December 17, 2024CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Posts 3rd Quarter 2024 Nursing Home ViolationsCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that it has posted the 2024 Third Quarter Report of Nursing…
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December 17, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Illinois Minimum Wage Increasing on January 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       December 17, 2024       Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Minimum Wage Increasing on January 1Most hourly workers will see an increase of $1 an hour on their paystubsSPRINGFIELD – The minimum wage in Illinois is increa…
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December 16, 2024 at 10:16 PM

Pritzker Administration awards $55.2 million in grants for local park projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Dec. 16, 2024Media contact: [email protected] Administration awards $55.2 million in grants for local park projectsGrant funding will help 100 parks statewide develop recreational opportunitiesSPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker an…
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December 16, 2024 at 6:33 PM

Pay Transparency Law Takes Effect January 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                          December 16, 2024                                                                                                                                   C…
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December 16, 2024 at 6:06 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Announces Guilty Plea and Conviction of South Barrington Man in Long-Term Sales Tax Investigation Case

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                                            December 16, 2024                                                                                                                    Media Contact: Maura Kownacki…
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December 13, 2024 at 5:47 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Collaboration with IBM to Build New National Quantum Algorithm Center

Illinois e-News ReleaseGov. Pritzker Announces Collaboration with IBM to Build New National Quantum Algorithm CenterNational Quantum Algorithm Center to be located at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP)  CHICAGO- Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined IBM’s Chairman and CEO Arvind Kris…
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December 13, 2024 at 2:02 PM

TESLA TO HEADLINE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 2024   CONTACT: Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283TESLA TO HEADLINE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR GRANDSTANDDU QUOIN, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair announces TESLA will take the stage at the Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand on Thursday, August 28.   “Our team is…
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December 12, 2024 at 7:46 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Licensed New Casino and Sportsbook Among Other Regulatory Actions During Final Meeting of 2024

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 12, 2024For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board Licensed New Casino and Sportsbook Among Other Regulatory Actions During Final Meeting of 2024New Casinos from Expansion bring in $3…
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December 11, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Illinois lauds progress on Brandon Road Interbasin Project construction

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] lauds progress on Brandon Road Interbasin Project constructionSPRINGFIELD – The Brandon Road Interbasin Project on the Illinois River near Joliet took a significant step forward with the…
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December 11, 2024 at 7:51 PM

IDNR continues monitoring for avian influenza mortality in waterfowl during seasonal migration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] continues monitoring for avian influenza mortality in waterfowl during seasonal migrationSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) would like to remind the public to …
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December 10, 2024 at 5:22 PM

Illinois EPA Announces New Funding Round for Unsewered Communities Planning Grants

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 10, 2024   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces New Funding Round for Unsewered Communities Planning Grants$1 Million Available to Develop Wastewater Collection and Treatment PlansSPRINGFIELD - I…
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December 10, 2024 at 4:48 PM

Struggling to Find a Holiday Gift? State Treasurer Frerichs Suggests Contributing to a College Savings Account

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:December 10, 2024CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920Struggling to Find a Holiday Gift? State Treasurer Frerichs Suggests Contributing to a College Savings Account ReadySave 529 App Makes It Easier Than Ever to Send Gift Contributi…
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December 9, 2024 at 10:06 PM

Honoring Illinois' Fallen

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Illinois' FallenThe 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:Oak Park Police Detective Allan Reddins, 40, …
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December 9, 2024 at 8:21 PM

Illinois Celebrates Human Rights Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 10, 2024 IDHR Contact: [email protected] Celebrates Human Rights Day December marks the 45th anniversary of the Illinois Human Rights Act CHICAGO – Today, the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) and the Illinois Human Rig…
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December 9, 2024 at 6:39 PM

Last Week for Emerging Affordable Housing Developers to Apply for Next Gen Capacity Building Initiative

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseMonday, December 9, 2024Contact: Andrew [email protected] Week for Emerging Affordable Housing Developers to Apply for Next Gen Capacity Building InitiativeCHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and LISC are encouraging affordab…
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December 6, 2024 at 10:20 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $1 million Grant Opportunity Through Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2024 Contact: Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces $1 million Grant Opportunity Through Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant ProgramSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's (…
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December 6, 2024 at 4:22 PM

OSFM Announces a New Fire Station Construction and Rehabilitation Grant

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: December 6, 2024   Contact: JC Fultz 217-685-2041 [email protected] Announces a New Fire Station Construction and Rehabilitation GrantThe Fire Station Construction and Rehabilitation Grant program provides grants up to $350,000 for the const…
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December 5, 2024 at 9:44 PM

Illinois Conservation Foundation announces winners of inaugural Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards

Illinois e-News ReleaseContact Information: Illinois Conservation Foundation Jenny Vaughn 217-299-6797 [email protected]   Release Date: **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Dec. 5, 2024Illinois Conservation Foundation announces winners of inaugural Illinois Outdoor Excellence AwardsSPRINGFIELD – The Il…
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December 5, 2024 at 4:56 PM

The Secret Recipe this Holiday Season is Fire Safety

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: December 5, 2024   Contact: JC Fultz 217-685-2041 [email protected] Secret Recipe this Holiday Season is Fire SafetyBetween 2018-2022, US fire departments responded to an average of 155 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year. S…
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December 5, 2024 at 4:08 PM

IDOL Works to Compensate Hundreds of Laid Off Workers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Works to Compensate Hundreds of Laid Off WorkersCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is continuing to seek recovery of over $3.8 million in back wages and …
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