A suspect has been named in the attempt on former President Trump’s life, and information about him is continuing to come in. Here’s what we know so far. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/fbi-names-suspect-in-trump-assassination-attempt

Democrats’ mid-cycle elections law that was found unconstitutional earlier this year is now in the hands of the Illinois Supreme Court. https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_44cf2b5c-3ef8-11ef-900d-2307e264743d.html

Changes are coming to the Secretary of State’s Drivers Services Facility in Shelbyville, including a temporary relocation while renovations are underway.

Happy National Cow Appreciation Day! Whether it be providing us with dairy or beef products, cows are an important part of our food supply. 

Beginning next year, .410 shot shells will be added to the acceptable sizes of turkey shot already accepted by the state. https://www.advantagenews.com/news/local/new-illinois-law-sets-shells-for-turkey-hunting/article_feed41d0-3981-11ef-8c0f-83687bf97471.html

Farmers Market season is here! The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), administered jointly by the Illinois Department on Aging and Illinois Department of Human Services, offers income-eligible older adults…

On this day in 1915, Illinois adopted its first official state flag! https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2019/08/the-flag.html

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe.

The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a set of challenges to Illinois Democrats’ firearms ban for now. Here’s what you should know.  https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2024/07/02/supreme-court-declines-hear-challenge-illinois-assault-weapons-ban

Rep. Halbrook recently joined-in the program for the 2024 Dudley Smith Farm Field Day at the Dudley Smith Initiative Farm in Christian County. The farm is a 228-acre research site…