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August 7, 2025 at 9:55 PM

Chicago Chef Maurice Jackson bringing his take on Copi® fair food to Conservation World during 2025 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 7, 2025Media contact: [email protected] Chef Maurice Jackson bringing his take on Copi® fair food to Conservation World during 2025 Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD – Chicago Chef Maurice Jackson will bring his sophisticated culinary…
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August 7, 2025 at 8:50 PM

Celebrate a century of conservation with IDNR at the 2025 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 7, 2025Media contact: [email protected] a century of conservation with IDNR at the 2025 Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites fairgoers to experience outdoor adventure and fa…
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August 7, 2025 at 8:12 PM

Count down to the nation’s 250th birthday with the Illinois America 250 Commission in the Governor’s Tent

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 7, 2025Media contact: [email protected] down to the nation’s 250th birthday with the Illinois America 250 Commission in the Governor’s TentSPRINGFIELD – Fairgoers who stop by the Governor’s Tent during the 2025 Illinois State Fair ca…
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August 7, 2025 at 7:04 PM

Illinois EPA State Fair Exhibit Promotes Healthy Air Quality

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 7, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] EPA State Fair Exhibit Promotes Healthy Air QualityLearn about the Air Quality Index, Why it is Important, and Clean Air ActionsSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Environmental Protection Age…
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August 7, 2025 at 2:13 PM

2025 Illinois State Fair Butter Cow Unveiled

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 7, 2025 Contact: [email protected] Illinois State Fair Butter Cow Unveiled SPRINGFIELD, IL – Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the 2025 Butter Cow in the Dairy Building today. Inspired by this year’s fair th…
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August 6, 2025 at 10:15 PM

New endowment to protect Illinois state parks for future generations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Aug. 6, 2025Media contact: [email protected] endowment to protect Illinois state parks for future generationsSPRINGFIELD – As public lands nationally face threats to their existence, the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF), in partnersh…
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August 6, 2025 at 9:18 PM

IDPH to Offer Information, Services, Giveaways at Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 6, 2025CONTACT:[email protected] to Offer Information, Services, Giveaways at Illinois State FairLook for IDPH in two locations at the fair, which runs Aug. 7-17SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will offer plen…
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August 6, 2025 at 7:54 PM

Illinois Conservation Foundation debuts limited-edition poster series celebrating 100 Years of state parks

Illinois e-News ReleaseContact Information:Illinois Conservation FoundationJenny [email protected] Date:**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**Illinois Conservation Foundation debuts limited-edition poster series celebrating 100 Years of state parksProceeds will help IDNR improve a…
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August 6, 2025 at 6:14 PM

IDNR offering buy-one-get-one camping promotion good at any Illinois state park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Aug. 6, 2025Media contact: [email protected] offering buy-one-get-one camping promotion good at any Illinois state parkCoupons available only at Illinois and Du Quoin state fairsSPRINGFIELD – State fairgoers can get a deal on camping at a…
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August 6, 2025 at 3:29 PM

Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 11

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                          Aug. 6, 2025 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 11SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Adults 60 and older can enter the State Fair for free on Monday, …
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August 6, 2025 at 2:18 PM

Spark a Love of Reading in Young Children

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 6, 2025 Contact: [email protected] a Love of Reading in Young ChildrenIllinois State Fair Partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination LibrarySPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is excited to collaborate with the Dolly Parton Imaginat…
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August 5, 2025 at 9:49 PM

Eight Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Announced by the Illinois EPA for the Fall of 2025

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 5, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Announced by the Illinois EPA for the Fall of 2025One-day events to be held in addition to five long-term collection locationsSPRINGFIELD …
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August 5, 2025 at 8:53 PM

Funding Available for Water Quality Management Program Projects through Illinois EPA’s Section 604(b) Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 5, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] Available for Water Quality Management Program Projects through Illinois EPA’s Section 604(b) Grant Program $750,000 in Total Funding Available SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Environmental…
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August 5, 2025 at 8:37 PM

Funding for Green Infrastructure Projects Now Available from the Illinois EPA

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 5, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] for Green Infrastructure Projects Now Available from the Illinois EPAGreen Infrastructure Grant Opportunities Program Offers $5 Million in FundingSPRINGFIELD —Illinois Environmenta…
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August 5, 2025 at 6:14 PM

Adventure Awaits at the 2025 State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 5, 2025 Contact: [email protected] Awaits at the 2025 State FairSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is almost here, and we’ve packed this year with more flavor, fun, and fair favorites than ever before. Inspired by this year’s…
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August 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM

ISAC TO HOST INTERACTIVE BOOTH "QUANTUM FUTURES: THE MOMENTS THAT MOVED US FORWARD," AT 2025 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 5, 2025Contact: Lynne Baker 847.831.8024 [email protected] TO HOST INTERACTIVE BOOTH "QUANTUM FUTURES: THE MOMENTS THAT MOVED US FORWARD," AT 2025 ILLINOIS STATE FAIRNew Exhibit Explores Pivotal Moments in Illinois Students’ SuccessCHICAG…
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August 5, 2025 at 1:11 PM

Night Ranger to Open for Randy Houser at FREE Illinois State Fair Grandstand Concert

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseAugust 5, 2025ContactLori Harlan [email protected] Ranger to Open for Randy Houser at FREE Illinois State Fair Grandstand ConcertSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is thrilled to announce heavy-hitting rock legends Night Ranger as the op…
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August 5, 2025 at 11:10 AM

*REMINDER*

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 5, 2025  CONTACT: Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920 Eric Krol 312.814.1252 *REMINDER*Ryne Sandberg, Mickey Mantle Baseball Cards, Gold Hermes Man’s Bracelet On Tap At Treasurer Frerichs’ State Fair I-CASH Auction PreviewPublic Sneak Peek Set for Today, …
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August 4, 2025 at 10:17 PM

ILETSB Commits to Enhance Training Following Signing of Anna's Law for Trauma-Informed Response Training

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 1, [email protected] Commits to Enhance Training Following Signing of Anna's Law for Trauma-Informed Response TrainingMinimizing Victim Traumatization and Improving Investigations StatewideSPRINGFIELD, IL – Today, the Illinois …
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August 4, 2025 at 8:58 PM

Illinois EPA Awards Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Funding to Communities Statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 4, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] EPA Awards Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Funding to Communities StatewideOver $983,750 in grant funding will support energy efficiency audits or publicly…
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August 4, 2025 at 7:37 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Prohibiting AI Therapy in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                                                                       August 4, 2025                                                                                                    Contact: Chris SlabyChristopher.Slaby@…
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August 4, 2025 at 7:31 PM

Gaming Board Announces Enhanced, Uniformed Advertising Rules for Casinos, Video Gaming and Sports Wagering

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:August 4, 2025For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Board Announces Enhanced, Uniformed Advertising Rules for Casinos, Video Gaming and Sports Wagering Bans advertisements on college campuses; additiona…
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August 4, 2025 at 4:36 PM

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR EXPANDS TRAM SERVICE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 4, 2025Contact:[email protected] STATE FAIR EXPANDS TRAM SERVICESPRINGFIELD, IL – The most requested ride at the Illinois State Fair is returning with more stops this year. Made possible through the support of the Illinois Corn Growe…
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August 4, 2025 at 3:03 PM

HFS celebrates Child Support Awareness Month, as Illinois marks 50 years of Child Support Services and historic progress on key performance metrics

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUG. 4, 2025          CONTACT:[email protected] celebrates Child Support Awareness Month, as Illinois marks 50 years of Child Support Services and historic progress on key performance metricsChild Support Services provides critical assistance …
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August 4, 2025 at 2:14 PM

Illinois DCFS welcomes families to the 2025 Illinois State Fair and encourages visitors to create bright futures for children by becoming foster parents or working for DCFS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 4, 2025 Contact: Heather [email protected] DCFS welcomes families to the 2025 Illinois State Fair and encourages visitors to create bright futures for children by becoming foster parents or working for DCFS SPR…
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August 1, 2025 at 6:12 PM

DCFS awards college scholarships to current and former youth in care

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2025                                                                                                                                          Contact: Heather TarczanIllinois [email protected] awards college scholarships to cu…
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August 1, 2025 at 5:24 PM

Veterans and Gold Star Families Day at the 2025 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFOR MORE INFORMATION:Maureen S [email protected] and Gold Star Families Day at the 2025 Illinois State FairCelebrating 250 years of the United States Army, Navy, and Marine CorpsSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Departm…
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August 1, 2025 at 4:25 PM

Ryne Sandberg, Mickey Mantle Baseball Cards, Gold Hermes Man’s Bracelet On Tap At Treasurer Frerichs’ State Fair I-CASH Auction Preview

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 1, 2025 CONTACT:Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920Eric Krol 312.814.1252Ryne Sandberg, Mickey Mantle Baseball Cards, Gold Hermes Man’s Bracelet On Tap At Treasurer Frerichs’ State Fair I-CASH Auction PreviewPublic Sneak Peek Set for Tuesday, August 5 in …
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August 1, 2025 at 3:34 PM

IL OSHA Releases Fact Sheet of Top Water and Sewer Department Violations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       August 1, 2025       Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719       [email protected] OSHA Releases Fact Sheet of Top Water and Sewer Department ViolationsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor’s (IDOL) Division of Occupational Safety and He…
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August 1, 2025 at 2:43 PM

Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) Approves New Gaming Licenses Among Other Actions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:August 1, 2025For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board (IGB) Approves New Gaming Licenses Among Other ActionsLicense issued for State’s First Racino; First African American Woman Serves as I…
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August 1, 2025 at 1:15 PM

ILLINOIS WHEAT DEVELOPMENT BOARD TO ELECT NEW MEMBERS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 1, 2025 CONTACT:Jim Raftis 217.524.1083ILLINOIS WHEAT DEVELOPMENT BOARD TO ELECT NEW MEMBERSSPRINGFIELD, IL – Eligible wheat producers interested in becoming a candidate for the Illinois Wheat Development Board can request nominating petitions begi…
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July 31, 2025 at 9:12 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces Limited-Time Flash Sale on Grandstand Concert Tickets

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 31, 2025 Contact: [email protected] State Fair Announces Limited-Time Flash Sale on Grandstand Concert TicketsSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is turning up the volume with a limited-time flash sale on tickets for two of its G…
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July 31, 2025 at 7:43 PM

Illinois closes gray fox hunting and trapping season indefinitely

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, July 31, 2025Media contact: [email protected] closes gray fox hunting and trapping season indefinitelySPRINGFIELD - The hunting and trapping seasons for gray fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus) are closed effective immediately. Surveys and…
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July 31, 2025 at 6:37 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces FREE Randy Houser Grandstand Concert on August 11

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseJuly 31, 2025ContactLori Harlan [email protected] State Fair Announces FREE Randy Houser Grandstand Concert on August 11SPRINGFIELD, IL – Fairgoers are in for a special treat at the 2025 Illinois State Fair: Country music powerhouse Randy Ho…
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July 31, 2025 at 5:36 PM

IDFPR Finishes Phase 2 Implementation of New Licensing System

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                                                                       July 31, 2025 Contact: Chris [email protected] Finishes Phase 2 Implementation of New Licensing SystemCHICAGO – The Illinois Depa…
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July 31, 2025 at 5:08 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology Presents Technology and Quantum Innovation at the Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 31, 2025FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology Presents Technology and Quantum Innovation at the Illinois State FairConnecting Innovation: STEAM, Quantum and Empowering …
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July 31, 2025 at 4:56 PM

Red Air Pollution Action Day called for Multiple Illinois Sectors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE,July 31, 2025Contact:  Kim Biggs (Illinois EPA) 217-558-1536Jim Leach (IDPH) 217-785-9209Red Air Pollution Action Day called for Multiple Illinois SectorsAir Quality Forecasts Downgraded due to Wildfire Smoke in the RegionCHICAGO – The Illinois Environmen…
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July 31, 2025 at 3:15 PM

IDOL Inspectors Prioritize Ride Safety Ahead of 2025 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 31, 2025Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Inspectors Prioritize Ride Safety Ahead of 2025 Illinois State FairAll rides checked and permitted before Midway opensSPRINGFIELD – As preparations ramp up for the 2025 Illinois State …
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July 31, 2025 at 2:12 PM

Free Entertainment at the Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 31, 2025 Contact:[email protected] Free Entertainment at the Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair offers free entertainment options and daily discounts, allowing families to have fun together without breaking the bank.“…
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July 30, 2025 at 8:05 PM

Illinois Secures 11 Top Spots on Business Facilities’ Annual Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseIllinois Secures 11 Top Spots on Business Facilities’ Annual Report Illinois maintained momentum in various categories and added new rankings in two categoriesCHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and Interse…
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July 29, 2025 at 7:51 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Now Accepting Applications for Permanent Supportive Housing Funding

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                    July 29, 2025                                                               Contact: Andrew Field [email protected] Housing Development Authority Now Accepting Applications for Permanent Supportive Housing FundingC…
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July 29, 2025 at 5:09 PM

State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces Winners of 2025 Cream of the Crop Photography Contest

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2025 CONTACT: Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920 Eric Krol        312.814.1252  State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces Winners of 2025 Cream of the Crop Photography Contest Students Earn Bright Start Scholarships, and Their Photos Will be Displa…
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July 29, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Allocates Funds to Develop Four Shelters with Independent Accommodations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                    Tuesday, July 29, 2025                          Contact: Andrew Field [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Allocates Funds to Develop Four Shelters with Independent Accommodations$40 million awarded to …
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July 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM

ILETSB Highlights Life-Saving Impact of Crisis Intervention Team Training

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 28, [email protected] Highlights Life-Saving Impact of Crisis Intervention Team TrainingCalhoun County Deputies' Compassionate Actions Prevent TragedySPRINGFIELD, IL — Today, Jennifer Wooldridge, State Crisis Intervention Team (C…
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July 28, 2025 at 2:56 PM

Sizzling Summer Danger: July Sees Most Grilling Fires Nationwide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: July 28, 2025 Contact: JC [email protected] Sizzling Summer Danger: July Sees Most Grilling Fires NationwideGas grills were involved in an average of 9,287 home fire per yearSpringfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fir…
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July 25, 2025 at 2:10 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces New Enhanced Security Measures

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 25, 2025 Contact:[email protected] State Fair Announces New Enhanced Security Measures SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair, in collaboration with the Illinois State Police, is introducing updated security measures to help ensure …
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July 24, 2025 at 4:15 PM

GATES OPENING EARLY AT SOLD-OUT MEGAN MORONEY CONCERT

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release         July 24, 2025         Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283GATES OPENING EARLY AT SOLD-OUT MEGAN MORONEY CONCERTSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will open gates at 6 p.m. – two hours early – to accommodate the Megan Moroney concert …
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July 24, 2025 at 3:07 PM

Illinois Reinforces Commitment to Pay Transparency and Equity

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 24, 2025Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Reinforces Commitment to Pay Transparency and EquityAmendment Removes Obsolete Federal Reporting RequirementSPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker has signed HB 2488 into law, simplify…
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July 23, 2025 at 3:17 PM

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

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: July 23, 2025 Contact: JC [email protected] Stay Cool and Follow the Rules at the Pool this Summer!Over 4,500 people died due to drowning each year from 2020–2022 in the United States.Springfield, Ill- The popularity of resident…
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July 23, 2025 at 3:10 PM

Illinois State Fair Takeover of Illinois Product Farmers Market on July 24

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release July 23, 2025 Contact: [email protected] State Fair Takeover of Illinois Product Farmers Market on July 24Stock up and save on Mega & Jumbo passes before 8/1 price increaseSPRINGFIELD, IL – Two of your favorite summertime activities are…