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…

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.

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…

“Politicians and schools should not have indefinite authorization to cover a child’s face or exclude them from classes. Enough is enough.” Last Friday, a Springfield judge ruled in favor of…

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…

This afternoon, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker gave his annual State of the State / Budget Address. State Representative Brad Halbrook issued the following statement in response: It is fitting that…

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

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…

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…