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Thursday, March 17, 2022
Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you and yours!

Thursday, March 10, 2022
Douglas County Residents invited to Rep. Brad Halbrook’s Traveling Office Hours in Hindsboro

Thursday, March 3, 2022
Illinois Democrats Owe Answers for Enabling Decades of Madigan Corruption

Yesterday, former longtime Democratic Speaker of the House, Michael J. Madigan was indicted on federal racketeering conspiracy and bribery charges following a federal probe into political corruption in the state…


Saturday, February 26, 2022
Game Over for Pritzker’s School Mask Mandate

The Illinois Supreme Court has declined to hear Governor Pritzker’s appeal to keep his school mask mandate in place. The mask mandate will officially be lifted on Monday. Read more here.


Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Follow Along With This Week’s Legislative Session

The House is back in session today starting at noon. We are scheduled to be in Springfield for the rest of the week as we approach the committee deadline for…


Thursday, February 3, 2022
Celebrate/Learn About Black History Month in Illinois

Looking for more ways to celebrate Black History Month across our state? Enjoy Illinois has created a list of local artisans, exhibits, events, and even a road trip itinerary to learn more…


Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Watch the Governor’s Budget Address Live

Governor Pritzker will deliver his annual budget address today at noon. You can watch the address live here.


Friday, January 28, 2022
Follow Along With Today’s Hearing into DCFS Failures

Since the beginning of the New Year House Republicans have been demanding hearings to investigate failures at DCFS that have endangered children and resulted in the Director being found in…


Thursday, January 27, 2022
#WeRemember

On this day 77 years ago, the Soviet army opened the gates of the Auschwitz concentration camp in Poland liberating thousands of prisoners. Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we pay tribute…


Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Your Children=Your Choice

School Choice Week highlights the need for parents to explore their options to make education choices that are best for their children and their families. Read more here.