Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. This day honors the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas following the end of…
High temperatures are expected across Illinois all this week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: ☀ Stay out of the sun. If…
In this issue: Firearm ban still a subject of court action After Illinois enacted a ban on many commonly-owned firearms back in January, Second Amendment advocates filed suit to overturn…
In this issue: Democrats refuse to call legislation to extend Invest in Kids I was disappointed that the Democrats who control the General Assembly refused to even give a fair…
In this issue: Bill to support nuclear plants passes both houses After weeks of talks and negotiations, another bill to support our nuclear power plants has passed both the House…
In this issue: Bill calls for repeal of the TRUST Act In 2017 Illinois enacted legislation called the TRUST Act which made this a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants. One…
In this issue: First week of veto session This week the House and Senate returned to Springfield to start the annual fall veto session. This short session of the legislature…
In this issue: Prosecutors expressing concerns about elimination of cash bail A month ago Illinois became the first state to eliminate cash bail for pre-trial release, and so far the…
In this issue: It’s Fire Prevention Week The American Red Cross is marking Fire Prevention Week this week by reminding everyone that cooking is the leading cause of fires in…
In this issue: Manteno Veterans Home looking for volunteers The Illinois Veterans Home (IVH) in Manteno, just to the north of our district, has issued a call for volunteers to…