SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released the following statement from Director Dr. Sameer Vohra in response to changes made on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website making unfounded claims regarding vaccines and autism: “In Illinois, we follow scientific evidence, and the science is clear: vaccines are safe, […]
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CHICAGO — On Saturday, Nov. 22, communities across Illinois will join thousands of others around the world for International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, a day of healing and connection for those who have lost someone to suicide. Hosted by the Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), Survivor Day events offer
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SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has cut $55.8 million from Ameren Illinois’ rate request for its natural gas delivery services. The decision reduces Ameren’s $128.8 million request by about 43 percent and approves a 9.60 percent return on equity (ROE), a reduction from the company’s requested 10.70 percent ROE. “The ICC’s responsibility is to balance the interests
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Federal Government Reopens After Record-Breaking Shutdown After weeks of uncertainty and disruption, the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has finally come to an end. On October 1, Washington Democrats triggered the shutdown after rejecting a bipartisan plan that would have kept the government open. The stalemate dragged on for 43
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SPRINGFIELD – With temperatures falling, frosty mornings becoming common and snow starting to creep into the forecast, the public is reminded that it’s time for “Winter Weather – Get it Together.” The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and Illinois Tollway spend the entire year preparing for snow and ice season but are asking you
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SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced $31.5 million in funding as part of the Regional Site Readiness Program – an infrastructure grant program designed to help communities attract businesses, create jobs, and support community renewal. Through the program, entities can apply for funding to begin
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is encouraging public awareness of appropriate use of antibiotics and antifungals during U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week. The annual observance is held November 18-24. As part of this year’s observance, IDPH is recognizing nearly 90 Illinois hospitals – including Red Bud Community Hospital in Red Bud who
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SPRINGFIELD – Starved Rock State Park, including the Starved Rock Lodge and other park amenities, will remain open to visitors during an $18 million trail improvement project that is expected to get underway this winter and continue through 2026. A video of the project is available on You Tube at: https://youtu.be/Qop_RuswPJI?si=w0CMTtUIeKIckdlk The work will
SPRINGFIELD – Dr. Sameer Vohra, Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), received his annual flu and COVID-19 immunizations this fall respiratory season during a visit to the DuPage County Health Department last week. The Director also spoke on the importance of receiving these seasonal immunizations and the steps IDPH has taken to encourage
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SPRINGFIELD – As hunters across Illinois prepare for the upcoming firearm deer season, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) urges them to use safety harnesses when hunting from tree stands in the field. Tree stands are the No. 1 source of hunting-related accidents and fatalities in Illinois. In 2024, 70% of hunting incidents reported
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