A new Illinois Auditor General report shows the Illinois Department of Unemployment Security paid out $5.24 billion in fraudulent unemployment claims from 2020 to 2022.  https://www.25newsnow.com/2023/07/26/state-report-shows-billions-fraudulent-unemployment-claims-paid-out-2020-2022/

A stretch of hot weather is expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips for staying safe in the heat: -Limit outdoor activities -Drink plenty of water -Wear…

“People who dutifully pay their taxes are again being taken advantage of by politicians unwilling to stop the scams. Recently, the Small Business Administration’s inspector general estimated that more than…

This spring, Democrat lawmakers chose to hand more power over to the Governor to avoid making tough decisions themselves. After abdicating their responsibilities, these same lawmakers are now criticizing the…

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Rep. Brad Halbrook is taking action to prevent the loss of Illinois’ Invest in Kids Scholarship Program at the end of the year. Rep. Halbrook has launched a “Reinvest in…

Rep. Brad Halbrook, along with Rep. Adam Niemerg, this week visited with officials in Toledo to update them on the new state budget, gun ban challenge, wind and solar energy…

State Representative Brad Halbrook says “Everyone is invited!” to July open house events at his district offices in Shelbyville and Effingham. “This is a great time for local families to…

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