CHICAGO – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs recently hosted a celebration to commemorate LGBTQ+ History Month in Chicago. The event was an opportunity to reflect on the significant achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, and their allies. Frerichs presented awards to leaders in the community, education, government, workforce and labor, and […]
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SPRINGFIELD – A new statewide program, Circle of Care has been established in Illinois by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, in partnership with the Illinois Family Resource Center and Hour House. This new program will support children, youth, and families who have experienced grief and loss associated
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ALTO PASS, IL – Rendleman Orchards, located in Alto Pass, Illinois, is proud to announce its recent achievement of Eco Certification, joining a community of forward-thinking farmers who are committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible fruit growing practices. The EcoCertified Fruit program, known for its high ecological standards, focuses on supporting pollinators, maintaining the
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites interested contractors to attend an upcoming pre-bid meeting for well-plugging and site restoration projects funded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and administered by the U.S. Department of Interior’s Federal Orphan Wells Program. These projects will be governed by two-year master contracts, with primary, secondary, and
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SPRNGFIELD – Last week Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie filed legislation to require proof of citizenship during voter registration. This bill is a proactive step toward enhancing voter integrity and election security, which are cornerstones of a functioning democracy. “Protecting the democratic process means ensuring that every vote is legitimate and counted. Requiring proof of
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CHICAGO – Fire Prevention WeekTM is October 6-12, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is promoting this year’s campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” by reminding the public about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. In October 2019, DCFS launched a statewide program to provide free
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FULTS, Ill. – Saving hill prairies is more than just saving them from development. Our hill prairies need people who care for them to protect and restore their ecological health for the current and future generations to experience. The beauty and biodiversity of Illinois’ wild places is in danger because of invasive species, brush, and
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SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) will host the 2024 State of Illinois Vendor Summit on Thursday, October 17, 2024. The Summit, now in its third year, will take place at the CMS Regional Complex in Springfield, Illinois from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event offers an opportunity for
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Banking and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul today issued a warning for a new scam that seeks to take advantage of student loan uncertainty. Scammers contact student loan borrowers and make false promises that they can guarantee lower monthly payments or loan forgiveness,
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CHICAGO – At the start of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are reminding Illinoisans that early detection is the most effective way to prevent the deadly disease which is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women. The Governor has issued a proclamation declaring October as
