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DoIT: Governor Pritzker Proclaims April as Innovation and Technology Month in Illinois

By Press release submission | Apr 6, 2021

Governor JB Pritzker is proclaiming the month of April as Innovation and Technology Month in Illinois. The annual event provides an opportunity to recognize the importance of the technology industry to Illinois and the value it brings for businesses and residents of the state.

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DCEO: Pritzker Administration Announces $18 Million in Public Infrastructure Grants

By Press release submission | Apr 5, 2021

Grants to enhance water and sewer infrastructure for 34 downstate and rural communities

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ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE: Jesse White Unveils New Organ/Tissue Donation Campaign

By Press release submission | Apr 2, 2021

Highlights White Sox Legend Ed Farmer’s transplant story

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Gov. Pritzker Releases Recommendations for $7 Billion in Federal Funding to Support K-12 Students Returning to Classrooms

By Press release submission | Mar 31, 2021

P-20 Council Releases 180-Page Learning Renewal Resource Guide to Support Localized Approaches to Welcoming Students Back to Classrooms

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CDB: Announces Design Firm for Rebuild Illinois Funded Construction of Library Learning Center at University of Illinois Springfield

By Press release submission | Mar 31, 2021

University to Receive Nearly $35 Million in Funding Through Governor Pritzker’s Bi-partisan Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan

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ICC: Issues Transportation Electrification Rate Design & Affordability NOI Report

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2021

The Illinois Commerce Commission is announcing the release of a Notice of Inquiry Report on Electric Rate Design Issues for Transportation Electrification and Other Beneficial Electrification.

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IDNR: Accepting Grant Applications for Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship

By Press release submission | Mar 29, 2021

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is now accepting applications for grants for Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship projects.

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IDOT, ISP: Remind motorcyclists to ‘Ride Smart'

By Press release submission | Mar 26, 2021

As riding season shifts into top gear, safety should be first priority

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IL DoIT: Announces IT Telecom Solicitation Opportunity for Minority Vendors

By Press release submission | Mar 25, 2021

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) announces opportunities for traditionally underrepresented minority-owned businesses in the IT/Telecom industry to become vendors for the state.

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IDFPR: Gov. Pritzker Announces Mario Treto Jr. to Serve as Secretary of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

By Press release submission | Mar 24, 2021

Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker named Mario Treto, Jr. to serve as Secretary of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate.

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Gov. Pritzker Signs Equity-Centric Legislation Expanding Economic Access and Opportunity Across Illinois

By Press release submission | Mar 24, 2021

Legislation Advances Core Administration Priorities in Equitable Economic Recovery; Stronger Anti-Discrimination Regulations for Employers Enacted to Protect Justice Impacted Individuals

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ILLINOIS EPA: Pritzker Administration Awards $919,869 to Develop a Watershed Plan to Help Address Flooding in Cahokia Heights

By Press release submission | Mar 23, 2021

Illinois EPA awards grant to HeartLands Conservancy for community endorsed watershed-based plan

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ICC: The Illinois Commerce Commission Names Michael Merchant Executive Director

By Press release submission | Mar 19, 2021

The Illinois Commerce Commission announced that Michael Merchant has been named the agency's new Executive Director.

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IDPH: Focuses Mobile COVID-19 Testing in High-Risk Communities

By Press release submission | Mar 19, 2021

Community-Based Testing Sites schedule adjusted as IDPH prioritizes mobile testing operations

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First Lady and Gov. Pritzker Honor Illinoisans Lost to COVID-19 at the People's House

By Press release submission | Mar 19, 2021

First Lady MK Pritzker and Governor JB Pritzker announced that beginning, the State of Illinois will host a memorial at the Governor's Executive Mansion to commemorate the lives lost to COVID-19.

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IDNR: Governor Pritzker Announces $24.9 Million for Park and Recreational Facility Projects

By Press release submission | Mar 19, 2021

State funding helps local communities build, improve, and renovate recreational buildings or acquire land for recreational purposes

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State of Illinois Launches Rural Vaccination Program

By Press release submission | Mar 19, 2021

First Events in Fayette, Shelby, Moultrie and Clay Counties to Offer Thousands of Doses to County Residents

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IDPH: Illinois Launches Call Center to Bridge Digital Divide and Assist with Vaccine Appointments

By Press release submission | Mar 13, 2021

Vaccine Appointment Call Center open 7 days a week at 833-621-1284

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IDNR: Awards Grants for Pheasant Habitat Projects

By Press release submission | Mar 13, 2021

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) today announced the approval of $151,645 in grants for wildlife habitat projects through the State Pheasant Fund Special Wildlife Funds Grant Program.

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IDES: Statewide Unemployment Rate Down, Jobs Up in January 2021

By Press release submission | Mar 13, 2021

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate decreased -0.3 percentage point to 7.7 percent, while nonfarm payrolls were up +9,700 jobs in January, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released by IDES.