National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. Be sure to visit your local…

In this issue: State revenue falls sharply in March Illinois leads nation in AP testing increase In the hot seat Illinois headlines Thank you for reading my e-newsletter. For the…

Announcing our summer internship program. Applications are due by May 1.

In this issue: Illinois counties lead in corn and soybean production Money added to Rainy Day Fund Cancer treatment legislation passes House Survey coming soon! Thank you for reading my…

Literally in the “hot seat” yesterday morning with the sun beating down on my and State Representative Jed Davis’ backs…….what a great event with a fantastic crowd. Thank you for…

Thank you to the folks at Accolade Senior Living in Paxton for the Easter Egg Hunt invitation. Both residents and kids had a blast!!!!!! 4000 eggs picked up in less…

In this issue: Session reaches halfway point Unemployment holds steady Illinois headlines Thank you for reading my e-newsletter. For the latest news from state government or to share your ideas…

In this issue: Abrupt end to last week’s session ComEd trial revealing Illinois corruption Our bill backlog Illinois headlines Thank you for reading my e-newsletter. For the latest news from…

In this issue: Busy week at the Capitol Supreme Court arguments on SAFE-T Act Credit rating upgrade Illinois headlines Thank you for reading my e-newsletter. For the latest news from…

In this issue: Unemployment at 4.5% in Illinois, 3.4% nationally Illinois should balance its budget House Republican Public Safety Legislation Illinois headlines Thank you for reading my e-newsletter. For the…