IOCI Radio

IOCI Radio (formerly IIS Radio) provides news stories, audio and PSA'S promoting state programs, services, legislative action and other state news.

[Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal @ILFireMarshal]

The OSFM is excited to announce the application period is now open for the Small Equipment Grant Program. The OSFM will award $4 million this grant period. Deadline to apply is December 15. Click the link below to learn more and apply.

https://t.co/W4t2RjnxZI

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State Climatologist Trent Ford looks at the latest drought data for IL. While conditions aren't as bad as earlier this summer, there are still concerns going into the fall harvest season.

[Illinois State Climatologist @ILClimatologist]

We've slipped a bit recently on our #drought conditions.
Biggest concerns moving forward:
- low flow on streams and big rivers
- enhanced field fire and blowing dust risk with harvest
https://t.co/IO1tJFylM0 #ilwx

[Illinois State Climatologist @ILClimatologist]

Summer 2023 per @NOAANCEI was 0.3 degrees cooler than normal and 1.63 inches drier than normal.
It was the wettest summer on record in Pulaski County (24.34") and the 18th driest on record in Winnebago County (8.48"). #ilwx

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The IL Department of Public Health is urging people to get the new COVID-19 vaccine that covers the strains of the virus currently circulating. It's also time to get your annual flu shot and there is an RSV vaccine for seniors and an RSV preventative for babies.

[IDPH | Illinois Department of Public Health @IDPH]

#IDPH endorses the #CDC recommendations for COVID-19 shots that target the current strand. Full details in the release. Make sure you share this important information.

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2023 also marks the 2nd highest number of Grandstand tickets sold in the last five years; an 86% increase from 2021 ticket sales for events at the Multi-Purpose Arena; and record-breaking carnival revenue ($1.58 million) led by sales of Mega & Jumbo passes.

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Another year for big crowds at the IL State Fair. The more than 700,000 attendees over the 11-day event make the 2023 fair the most highly attended fair since industry standards were enacted.

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

We will never forget.

22 years ago, our nation stood together stunned as we learned about the September 11 attacks.

Illinois honors today the memories of those we lost and the brave first responders who risked their lives to save others in the face of danger.

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

Governor Pritzker joins local business leaders to discuss economic opportunities https://t.co/wXQ8HKVMnj

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

Governor Pritzker joins groundbreaking for new SIUE Health and Sciences Building https://t.co/XfHX17UpN1

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

Governor Pritzker joins US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona to celebrate back to school https://t.co/nd8Wp3J1IN

[Illinois State Police Recruitment @Illinoistrooper]

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! APPLY TODAY AT https://t.co/8wuOodVyxJ #YourFuture #BeTheChange #Police #Illinois

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Need help paying your mortgage? The deadline to apply for the IL Homeowner Assistance Fund is October 31st.

[Illinois Housing @ILHousing]

Apply now for the Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund! It closes on October 31, 2023. Get help with your mortgage at https://t.co/ZVW9VsbhHZ. Learn about program requirements, find a HUD-certified counselor or register for a webinar. Don't miss out - start now!

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

Governor Pritzker joins Incobrasa Industries for manufacturing facility groundbreaking https://t.co/E14JBfA8AY

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State Climatologist Trent Ford says despite the late heat wave, August weather ended up about average in IL.
https://t.co/QxVgP8JhDH

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There's a new option for current law enforcement officers to join the ranks of the IL State Police. More veterans are now eligible as well.

[IllinoisStatePolice @ILStatePolice]

𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐎𝐈𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐖𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒

Read full news release: https://t.co/Jvifub4s27

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Some families can start applying for help with household energy bills next month.

[. @puffer_flnance]

Applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program will open October 2.

The expanded #LIHEAP program year, and tiered application process will prioritize families most in need of assistance with utility costs.

Learn more: https://t.co/iD3sM5mx3O

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

Governor Pritzker to Break Ground at Saline Farms Expansion Project https://t.co/GDQICuDrVi

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The IL Environmental Protection Agency is announcing six hazardous household waste collection events. The one-day collections will be held in Dekalb, Normal, Springfield, East Moline, Quincy and Orland Park. Check out IEPA's website for exact dates and times.

[Illinois EPA @ILEPA]

As summer winds down, are you looking to dispose of old chemicals, cleaners, and more? @ILEPA has announced six one-day Household Hazardous Waste collection events for this Fall! Find the one-day & long-term locations, and links for pre-registration at https://t.co/OgFP7CWadJ.

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IDPH announces 2023's 1st IL human West Nile virus death. The individual, who was in their 90’s and lived in suburban Cook County, had an onset of symptoms of WNV in early August and died soon after. IDPH is also reporting 11 non-fatal cases of WNV so far this year.

[Governor JB Pritzker @GovPritzker]

Governor Pritzker announces grant funding for women in trades. https://t.co/e5WgV2kM2Z