Rep. Halbrook began the second week of Veto Session by stressing to House Democrats that Illinois taxpayers need and deserve a truly honest state budget process. Watch below.

“The current dispute between the two entities, which I will not comment on specifically, is akin to a family feud that few rank-and-file members understand or care about.  On Thursday,…

The Illinois Deer Donation Program connects hunters, meat processors, and food pantries to support access to lean protein for Illinois residents and families. https://www.wandtv.com/community/illinois-deer-donation-program-returns-for-3rd-donation-season-as-hunters-feeding-illinois/article_355c7e00-8c90-11ef-a449-a3445e54b79c.html

              Scenic drives are a must in Illinois in autumn and with the height of fall colors, people will be spending a lot of…

From IDOT… Nighttime patching on I-57/70, ramps begins Sept. 30     The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that a 6-mile patching project on the six lanes of Interstate 57/70…

A former engineer for Remington Firearms testified yesterday in the case challenging the constitutionality of Democrats’ firearms ban. https://www.yahoo.com/news/engineer-testifies-during-2nd-amendement-100000919.html

A federal judge will consider a challenge to Democrats’ firearms ban this week. Here’s what to expect. https://www.yahoo.com/news/downstate-federal-trial-poses-latest-100000555.html

Across the state, orchards are opening their gates to visitors eager to enjoy crisp autumn days filled with apple picking, hayrides, and tasty treats. https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2024/09/illinois-apple-orchards-provide-family.html

Representative Halbrook this week attended a surprise Retirement Party Celebration for Ed Voltenburg of Findlay. Ed is retiring from the Findlay Fire Protection District after serving 11 years as the…

An appeals court has reversed state regulators’ approval of a permit for the Illinois portion of an 800-mile, high-voltage transmission line, setting up a possible fight at the state’s Supreme…