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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Corruption, Record High Toll Hikes, and High Unemployment Rate

Rep. Carol Ammons and Aaron Ammons plead not guilty The not-guilty pleas were the opening acts in federal court following the indictment last week of the political power couple. State…


Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Speaker Welch’s Actions Betray Victims

Following the resignation of former State Representative Harry Benton, the Chicago Tribune is reporting a young female staffer came to Speaker Chris Welch’s office in 2023 to report harassment allegations against Benton….


Thursday, July 16, 2026
Mike Coffey is Working Hard To Expand Financial Relief for Illinois Veterans

Coffey Files House Bill 4952 Veterans continue to play an important role in our communities long after their service, and they deserve financial relief. I filed HB 4952 earlier this…


Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Coffey Partners with HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital for ‘Christmas in July’ Toy Drive

I’m proud to be in partnership with St. John’s Children’s Hospital in Springfield to collect toys for children during their ‘Christmas in July’ Toy Drive Program. The seasonal program aims…


Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Coffey Fighting to Restore Public Safety in Illinois

I will remain committed to working with local law enforcement officials to address the growing public safety concerns created by Illinois’ SAFE-T Act. Earlier this year, I met with the…


Monday, July 13, 2026
Upcoming Springfield Events to Commemorate Historic 250th Anniversary of America

This weekend in Springfield will be exciting for anyone looking to learn more about Illinois’ important role in American history through a variety of events! The Illinois Secretary of State…


Friday, July 10, 2026
State Rep. Mike Coffey is Fighting to Lower Property Taxes

Illinois families pay some of the highest property taxes in the nation, placing a significant burden on homeowners, farmers, and small businesses. Rising property tax bills continue to strain household…


Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Dist. 186 board okays moves regarding building elementary school on UIS property

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Springfield Public Schools will move forward with developing plans to build a new elementary school on unused land at the University of Illinois Springfield….


Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Coffey Says Illinois’ Energy Plan is Increasing Costs

SB25 is a dangerous move to gamble on unproven technology to shape the future of energy in Illinois and is expected to raise rates by $8 billion. Despite a new…


Wednesday, July 1, 2026
State Rep. Mike Coffey Kicks Off ‘Back- to-School Supply Drive’ 

State Rep. Mike Coffey Kicks Off ‘Back- to-School Supply Drive’  Springfield, IL…With students preparing to head back to school, State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) is collecting school supplies to donate…