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June 4, 2025 at 8:46 PM

Lowering of Flags

Illinois e-News ReleaseLowering of FlagsThe 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:JuneteenthPlease lower the United States flags and t…
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June 4, 2025 at 6:51 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Silesia to Open Second Flavor Innovation and Production Facility in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 4, 2025 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Silesia to Open Second Flavor Innovation and Production Facility in IllinoisGerman flavor company will invest $40 million and create 41 new jobs in HuntleyHUNTLEY— Gov…
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June 4, 2025 at 6:02 PM

The fifth annual NOIR exhibit is now open through Labor Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 4, 2025 For more information contact:[email protected]  The fifth annual NOIR exhibit is now open through Labor DaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Museum’s new exhibit, “NOIR V,” is open through Sept. 1, featuring photography, mixed me…
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June 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM

Illinois invites residents to fish for free June 13-16

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 4, 2025Media contact: [email protected] invites residents to fish for free June 13-16SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has set June 13 through 16 as Illinois free fishing days for 2025. During the…
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June 4, 2025 at 3:57 PM

State of Illinois Highlights Historic $500 Million Investment in Site Readiness Following Balanced Budget Passage

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 4, 2025Media Contact: [email protected], [email protected] of Illinois Highlights Historic $500 Million Investment in Site Readiness Following Balanced Budget Passage"Surplus to Success" Program and Expanded DCEO Initiatives Set to Unl…
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June 3, 2025 at 5:19 PM

IDOL On-Site Program Celebrates Successful Casino Safety Partnership

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       June 3, 2025       Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719       [email protected] On-Site Program Celebrates Successful Casino Safety PartnershipMore than 264,000 labor hours were performed on the worksite JOLIET – The Illinois Department of La…
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June 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Offers Guidance on Amending State Tax Returns

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release June 3, 2025 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Illinois Department of Revenue Offers Guidance on Amending State Tax ReturnsCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding taxpayers that if they discover an error on a previo…
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June 2, 2025 at 6:41 PM

IDNR accepting applications for pheasant and wildlife habitat grants July 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 2, 2025Media contact: [email protected] accepting applications for pheasant and wildlife habitat grants July 1SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for the State Pheasant Fund Speci…
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June 2, 2025 at 5:47 PM

Lincoln’s New Salem expanding popular annual candlelight walk event to three weekends in 2025 Volunteers needed to assist visitors and share village’s history

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 2, 2025Media contact: [email protected]’s New Salem expanding popular annual candlelight walk event to three weekends in 2025 Volunteers needed to assist visitors and share village’s historySPRINGFIELD – What could be better than ex…
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June 2, 2025 at 4:06 PM

IDPH Celebrates 2025 Pride Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 2, 2025CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov  IDPH Celebrates 2025 Pride Month Public Health Department Proud to Offer Programs that Serve Illinois’ LGBTQIA+ Community’s Full Range of Health Needs SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois De…
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June 2, 2025 at 2:48 PM

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIFTS POULTRY EXHIBITION SUSPENSION

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  June 2, 2025 CONTACT: [email protected] ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIFTS POULTRY EXHIBITION SUSPENSIONSPRINGFIELD, IL - The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is lifting the temporary suspension on the exhibition or sale of poultry …
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June 2, 2025 at 2:11 PM

CMS Deputy Director Kari Wolfe Named to SALGBA Board of Directors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2025 Media Contact: [email protected]  CMS Deputy Director Kari Wolfe Named to SALGBA Board of DirectorsSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is proud to announce Kari Wolfe, Statewide Chief Benefits O…
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May 30, 2025 at 6:10 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $5 Million Funding Opportunity through the Illinois Overflow and Sewer Grant

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 30, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] EPA Announces $5 Million Funding Opportunity through the Illinois Overflow and Sewer GrantFunding for Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Management ProjectsSPRINGFIELD —Illinois Environm…
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May 30, 2025 at 2:58 PM

June Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, May 30, 2025Media contact: [email protected] Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural ResourcesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is sharing the following upcoming events and noteworthy items for June.…
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May 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Vermilion Advantage Awarded Grant for Economic Recovery and Resiliency Planning

Illinois e-News ReleaseGovernor Pritzker Announces Vermilion Advantage Awarded Grant for Economic Recovery and Resiliency Planning State assistance strengthened grant application to support private capital investment and job creation in Danville  DANVILLE – Governor JB Pritzker, Vermilion Advantage …
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May 29, 2025 at 4:16 PM

ICC promotes energy efficient tips to help offset summer energy costs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2025 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] promotes energy efficient tips to help offset summer energy costsSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is alerting Illinoisans on ways to keep cool an…
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May 29, 2025 at 2:27 PM

IDOA NOW ACCEPTING SPECIALTY CROP BLOCK GRANT PROPOSALS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2025 CONTACT:  [email protected] IDOA NOW ACCEPTING SPECIALTY CROP BLOCK GRANT PROPOSALSIllinois encourages applications that benefit smaller farmers and ranchers, new and beginning farmers and ranchers, underserved producers, veteran produ…
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May 29, 2025 at 10:11 AM

Observing 529 Day, Treasurer Michael Frerichs Encourages Families to Save for Future Education Costs through 529 College Savings Accounts

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 28, 2025 CONTACT:Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920    Eric Krol             312.814.1252  Observing 529 Day, Treasurer Michael Frerichs Encourages Families to Save for Future Education Costs through 529 College Savings Accounts Visit BrightStart.com or …
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May 28, 2025 at 9:13 PM

Illinois State Fair Box Office Opens June 2

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release May 29, 2025 Contact Lori Harlan [email protected] State Fair Box Office Opens June 2 SPRINGFIELD, IL –The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens for in-person ticket purchases Monday, June 2. Regular box office hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mond…
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May 28, 2025 at 3:42 PM

State of Illinois Spring Vendor Summit to Provide Resources and Networking for Business Owners

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 28, 2025Media Contact: [email protected] State of Illinois Spring Vendor Summit to Provide Resources and Networking for Business Owners SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) will host its Spring Vendor Summ…
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May 28, 2025 at 2:38 PM

State of Illinois Spring Vendor Summit to Provide Resources and Networking for Business Owners

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 28, 2025Media Contact: [email protected] State of Illinois Spring Vendor Summit to Provide Resources and Networking for Business Owners SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) will host its Spring Vendor Summ…
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May 23, 2025 at 9:36 PM

IDNR monitoring black bear sighting in southwestern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, May 23, 2025 Media contact: [email protected] monitoring black bear sighting in southwestern IllinoisBear sightings in Illinois are rare but not unprecedented during summer monthsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Res…
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May 23, 2025 at 7:43 PM

IDPH Recommends Testing of Private Water Wells in Areas with Elevated PFAS Levels in Community Water Systems

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected]                 [email protected] Recommends Testing of Private Water Wells in Areas with Elevated PFAS Levels in Community Water Systems 57 CWSs were recently notified of elevated levels of so-…
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May 23, 2025 at 7:10 PM

Memorial Day Release

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE5/23/2025CONTACT:[email protected] Day ReleaseWith the Memorial Day weekend approaching, the Illinois Liquor Control Commission encourages everyone to celebrate responsibly and avoid overconsumption. Alcohol impairs judgement…
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May 23, 2025 at 5:57 PM

State of Illinois closes on parcel needed to advance construction for the Brandon Road Interbasin Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, May 23, 2025 Media contact: [email protected] of Illinois closes on parcel needed to advance construction for the Brandon Road Interbasin ProjectLand donation by Midwest Generation allows project to move forward in effort to protect the Gr…
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May 22, 2025 at 6:29 PM

Major Construction Milestone Reached at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                       May 22, 2025                                                                                                                                                        CONTACT: Lauren [email protected] Major Constructi…
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May 22, 2025 at 5:25 PM

Mayo es el mes de la Prevención de Ahogo Infantil

Illinois e-News ReleasePARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA 22 de mayo, 2025 Illinois DCFSContacto: Deborah López [email protected] es el mes de la Prevención de Ahogo InfantilEl Departamento de Niños y Familias de Illinois les recuerda a los padres y encargados del cuidado infantil q…
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May 22, 2025 at 4:25 PM

Lowering of Flags

Illinois e-News ReleaseLowering of FlagsThe 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:Memorial DayPlease lower the United States flags and…
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May 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM

IDPH Offers Safe Swimming Tips to Prevent Drownings and Other Water Risks as 2025 Summer Season Approaches

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, May 22, 2025CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov  IDPH Offers Safe Swimming Tips to Prevent Drownings and Other Water Risks as 2025 Summer Season ApproachesAnnual Observance of Healthy and Safe Swimming Week runs May 19-25…
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May 22, 2025 at 3:38 PM

May is Childhood Drowning Prevention Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release May 22, 2025 Contact: Deborah [email protected] 312-937-0050May is Childhood Drowning Prevention MonthIllinois DCFS reminds parents and caregivers that the simple safety tips could help save a childCHICAGO – With summer just around the corne…
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May 21, 2025 at 5:28 PM

Illinois spring turkey hunters harvest record number of wild turkeys

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 21, 2025Media contact: [email protected] spring turkey hunters harvest record number of wild turkeysSPRINGFIELD – Illinois turkey hunters harvested a preliminary record total of 18,189 wild turkeys during the 2025 spring turkey s…
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May 21, 2025 at 2:33 PM

Register now for the Briar Knoll Hunting and Fishing Club wingshooting clinic

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 21, 2025Media contact: [email protected] now for the Briar Knoll Hunting and Fishing Club wingshooting clinicSPRINGFIELD – Youth aged 12 and older and adults can now register online for the Briar Knoll Hunting and Fishing Club hu…
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May 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM

State Treasurer Mike Frerichs Returns Purple Heart To Family That Had Four Sons Serve in WWII

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 21, 2025 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252State Treasurer Mike Frerichs Returns Purple Heart To Family That Had Four Sons Serve in WWIIOperation Purple Heart Finds 13th Family Whose Military Honors Were Missing for YearsVIDEO, SOUND BITES, B ROLL:https:…
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May 20, 2025 at 9:16 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Five New State-Designated Cultural Districts

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 20, 2025 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Five New State-Designated Cultural Districts CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced five …
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May 20, 2025 at 3:18 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Awarded 2025 Bell Seal Certification for Workplace Mental Health

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release   May 20, 2025 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Illinois Department of Revenue Awarded 2025 Bell Seal Certification for Workplace Mental Health IDOR is First Illinois Governmental Agency to Receive this DistinctionChicago, IL — The Illinoi…
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May 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM

IDNR, conservation police urge life jacket use and sober boating

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 20, 2025Media contact: [email protected], conservation police urge life jacket use and sober boatingSPRINGFIELD – Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff to the summer boating season, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resou…
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May 19, 2025 at 4:18 PM

Pritzker Administration Awards $50 Million in Permanent Supportive Housing Development Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseMonday, May 19, 2025Contact: Andrew [email protected] Administration Awards $50 Million in Permanent Supportive Housing Development GrantsSeven new supportive housing developments will provide safe, permanent homes for people living with disabil…
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May 16, 2025 at 2:32 PM

Copi® to be featured during National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, May 16, 2025 Media contact: [email protected]® to be featured during National Restaurant Association Show in ChicagoSPRINGFIELD – Copi®, the consumer brand for invasive carp launched in 2022 by the Illinois Department of Natural Res…
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May 16, 2025 at 1:59 PM

Gaming Board Announces New Human Trafficking Training

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:May 16, 2025For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Board Announces New Human Trafficking TrainingReporting and Signage Rule Now Required for all Illinois Casinos CHICAGO— New Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) …
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May 16, 2025 at 1:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon on New Enclosed Arena at Giant City Stables

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, May 15, 2025 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon on New Enclosed Arena at Giant City Stables$430,000 public-private investment funds facility that provides therapeutic riding services for youth, veterans, and people wit…
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May 15, 2025 at 8:09 PM

Three CMS Employees Earn NASCA 20 Under 40 Awards

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 15, 2025Media Contact: [email protected] CMS Employees Earn NASCA 20 Under 40 AwardsCMS Chief of Staff Patrick Nolan, Deputy Chief of Staff Steven Booth, and Statewide Recruitment Manager Brittany Clark honored by NASCACHICAGO – The Illinois …
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May 15, 2025 at 5:43 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Reach Record High for Second Month in a Row

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:May 15, 2025CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Payroll Jobs Reach Record High for Second Month in a RowThree Months of Consecutive Job Growth, Unemployment Rate UnchangedSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Securit…
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May 13, 2025 at 8:07 PM

IDPH Reports First Mosquito Pool in Illinois to Test Positive for West Nile Virus in 2025 Found in Winnebago County

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 13, 2025      CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov  IDPH Reports First Mosquito Pool in Illinois to Test Positive for West Nile Virus in 2025 Found in Winnebago CountySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDP…
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May 13, 2025 at 6:33 PM

Illinois Treasurer Frerichs Honors Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Awardees

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 13, 2025 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Illinois Treasurer Frerichs Honors Asian Pacific American Heritage Month AwardeesBears strength coach, award-winning chef, healthy schools CEO among honorees Video will be posted here: https://cms.illinois.gov/a…
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May 13, 2025 at 4:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Electric Bus Company, Damera, to Open First U.S. Assembly Plant in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 13, 2025 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Electric Bus Company, Damera, to Open First U.S. Assembly Plant in IllinoisCompany will invest $31.5 million and create 90 new jobs in Greater Peoria regionWASHINGTON, DC- G…
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May 13, 2025 at 3:11 PM

Illinois Fallen Firefighter Remembered and Firefighters Honored for Distinguished Service to their Communities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: May 13, 2025 Contact: JC Fultz217-685-2041 [email protected] Fallen Firefighter Remembered and Firefighters Honored for Distinguished Service to their CommunitiesIllinois Firefighters gather to pay tribute and honor Cristian MedranoSprin…
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May 13, 2025 at 1:16 PM

COUNTRY STAR JAKE OWEN TO HEADLINE IILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release May 13, 2025 Contact: Lori Harlan [email protected]: Music City Media 615.770.2994  [email protected]/COUNTRY STAR JAKE OWEN TO HEADLINE IILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTANDSPRINGFIELD, IL – Country music hitmaker Jake Owen will he…
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May 12, 2025 at 9:06 PM

Honoring Peace Officers Memorial Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Peace Officers Memorial 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:Peace Officers Memorial DayPlease…
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May 12, 2025 at 7:44 PM

IDPH Urges Illinoisans to ‘Fight the Bite’ and Avoid Ticks During Lyme Disease Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 12, 2025      CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov IDPH Urges Illinoisans to ‘Fight the Bite’ and Avoid Ticks During Lyme Disease Awareness MonthSPRINGFIELD – With warmer weather comes “tick season” and the annual observance o…
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May 12, 2025 at 4:15 PM

Illinois EPA Notifies Ten Additional Community Water Systems with Emergency Connections of Right-to-Know Requirements Triggered by Recent Rulemaking

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2025 Contact:  Kim [email protected] EPA Notifies Ten Additional Community Water Systems with Emergency Connections of Right-to-Know Requirements Triggered by Recent RulemakingPFAS Chemicals Detected in Groundwater of…