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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…

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May 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM

LEGENDARY LITTLE RIVER BAND TO PERFORM AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 24

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2025 CONTACT:   Lori Harlan(217) 670-9283LEGENDARY LITTLE RIVER BAND TO PERFORM AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 24DU QUOIN, IL – Get ready for a night of unforgettable music and timeless classics as the Little River Band is set to perform at …

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May 9, 2025 at 9:13 PM

Smart Choices, Safe Celebrations: Let’s Educate for Prom and Graduation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE5/9/2025CONTACT:[email protected] Choices, Safe Celebrations: Let’s Educate for Prom and GraduationGraduation and prom are significant milestones in every young person’s life. From the moment a teen enters high school, they look…

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May 9, 2025 at 6:21 PM

IDPH Celebrates National Women’s Health Week 2025

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 9, 2025      CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Celebrates National Women’s Health Week 2025Let’s Talk about Women’s Health: Uplifting Women in Their Health JourneySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (ID…

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May 9, 2025 at 3:47 PM

Illinois Treasurer Frerichs Announces 10 Small Nonprofits to Receive $200,000 In Charitable Trust Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 9, 2025 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Illinois Treasurer Frerichs Announces 10 Small Nonprofits to Receive $200,000 In Charitable Trust GrantsGroups in Chicago, Rock Island, Decatur, Southern Illinois, Wheaton, Aurora, Evanston Among RecipientsTen sm…

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May 8, 2025 at 3:40 PM

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and Illinois Finance Authority Successfully Complete Sale of Series 2025 Green Bonds

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 8, 2025 Contacts:  Kim Biggs, Illinois EPA [email protected] 217-558-1536   Chris Meister, Illinois Finance Authority [email protected] 312-590-1044 Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and Illinois Finance Authority Successfull…

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May 8, 2025 at 3:19 PM

IDOL Recovers $483,000 in Unpaid Wages for Public Construction Workers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 8, 2025Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Recovers $483,000 in Unpaid Wages for Public Construction WorkersThe Department reached a settlement agreement with Bulk Storage, Inc. and collected $85,000 in penaltiesSPRINGFIELD – Tod…

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May 7, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Illinois DCFS expands Domestic Violence Co-Location Program to Springfield and Belleville in partnership with Domestic Violence Organizations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 7, 2025 Contact: Heather Tarczan [email protected] Illinois DCFS expands Domestic Violence Co-Location Program to Springfield and Belleville in partnership with Domestic Violence OrganizationsLocal domestic violence advocates will aid DCFS …

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May 6, 2025 at 7:52 PM

Gov. Pritzker Invites Canadian Travelers to Enjoy Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 6, 2025 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Invites Canadian Travelers to Enjoy Illinois600,000 Canadians visit Illinois each yearCHICAGO- Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportun…

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May 6, 2025 at 7:23 PM

Illinois State Museum to host volunteer recruitment night on May 22

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 6, 2025 For more information contact:[email protected] Illinois State Museum to host volunteer recruitment night on May 22SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Museum invites the public to a volunteer recruitment night on Thursday, May 22. Part…

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May 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM

Severe Weather in Midwest Can Be Spawned by Hurricanes

Illinois e-News ReleaseMay 6, 2025Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Weather in Midwest Can Be Spawned by HurricanesIEMA-OHS encourages residents to be prepared for the effects of strong hurricanesSpringfield – While a hurricane won’t hit Illinois, some t…

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May 6, 2025 at 4:39 PM

IDNR accepting applications for Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 6, 2025Media contact: [email protected] IDNR accepting applications for Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship grantsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for Illinois Natural Areas Steward…

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May 5, 2025 at 5:41 PM

ROCK LEGEND DAVID LEE ROTH TO HEADLINE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 23

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2025 CONTACT:  Lori Harlan(217) 670-9283ROCK LEGEND DAVID LEE ROTH TO HEADLINE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 23DU QUOIN, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair is thrilled to announce that renowned frontman and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer David Lee…

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May 5, 2025 at 3:59 PM

Arson Awareness Week: Stay Vigilant and Report Suspicious Activity

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: May 5, 2025 Contact: JC [email protected] Arson Awareness Week: Stay Vigilant and Report Suspicious ActivityIn 2024, OSFM Special Agents responded to 1210 investigations and closed 59 cases related to arson with an arrest.Spring…

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May 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM

IDOA TO OFFER FREE RECYCLING PROGRAM FOR AGRICHEMICAL CONTAINERS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2025 CONTACT:[email protected]  IDOA TO OFFER FREE RECYCLING PROGRAM FOR AGRICHEMICAL CONTAINERSSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) encourages farmers and agrichemical facilities to take part in a free agrichemica…

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May 2, 2025 at 9:20 PM

From Curiosity to Careers: DoIT’s Second Annual CareerSpark STEAM Expo

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 02, 2025 Nikayla [email protected] Curiosity to Careers: DoIT’s Second Annual CareerSpark STEAM Expo Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology co-hosts second annual event SPRINGFIELD – Last month, Governor JB Pritzker proc…

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May 2, 2025 at 6:42 PM

Ribbon-cutting marks grand opening of Sahara Woods off-highway vehicle trail system in southern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, May 2, 2025Media contact: [email protected] marks grand opening of Sahara Woods off-highway vehicle trail system in southern Illinois CARRIER MILLS – Off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts and state and local officials cel…

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May 2, 2025 at 5:25 PM

IDPH Issues Updated Sport Fish Consumption Advisories

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2025 CONTACT: [email protected]@illinois.gov  IDPH Issues Updated Sport Fish Consumption AdvisoriesFive Illinois bodies of water added in annual updateSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued it…

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May 2, 2025 at 3:41 PM

Illinois Celebrates World Trade Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseIllinois Celebrates World Trade Month 2024 Exports Reach All-Time High and Represent a 32 Percent Increase from Pre-Pandemic levels in 2019    CHICAGO – This May, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is celebrating World Trade Month. According to…

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April 30, 2025 at 10:15 PM

Public Health Officials Confirm Two Measles Cases in Cook County

Illinois e-News Release4/30/2025Media Contacts:Chicago Department of Public Health: [email protected] County Department of Public Health: Efrat Dallal Stein [email protected] Department of Public Health: [email protected] Health Officials Confirm Two Meas…

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April 30, 2025 at 4:26 PM

May Newsbits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, May 1, 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 May.M…

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April 29, 2025 at 9:45 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Three Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events for the Spring of 2025

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, April 29, 2025   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Three Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events for the Spring of 2025One-day collection events are in addition to five long-term collection locati…

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