SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, July 1 -- The Illinois Department of Human Services issued the following news release: * * * New Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery Launches Illinois Department of Human Services integrates divisions to improve outcomes and access, promoting recovery and wellness for all Illinoisans * CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker announced that the newly formed Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) has officially begun operations. Housed in the Illinois De  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, July 1 -- The Illinois Department of Public Health issued the following news: * * * IDPH Adds More ZIP Codes to Lead Testing List State moves closer to implementing universal childhood lead testing in 2026 * The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced an expansion of its list of ZIP codes where lead exposure testing is required for children who live within those areas. 180 new zip codes, representing parts of 47 Illinois counties, have been added to   more