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Friday, October 6, 2023
Catching Up with Coffey

CRIMINAL LAW Concerns intensify over end of Illinois cash bail. On September 18, Illinois courts ceased to enjoy the power to demand that accused criminal defendants post cash bail. Pointing to…


Thursday, October 5, 2023
Insurance costs are often lower in Illinois

The insurance marketplace in Illinois has traditionally been one of the most competitive in the country, and chances are good that the average Illinois resident is paying lower monthly premiums…


Monday, October 2, 2023
Technology addiction affecting mental and physical health

Technology addiction is a growing problem in Illinois and the rest of the world. As more people become dependent on technology, negative impacts on mental and physical health are increasing….


Friday, September 29, 2023
(Video) Public Safety Roundtable with Local Law Enforcement

The SAFE-T Act was passed in the waning moments of a lame duck session of the General Assembly with no substantial input from the experts who protect the public. Understanding…


Thursday, September 28, 2023
Lincoln’s New Salem Annual Candlelight Walks October 6-7

The annual Candlelight Walk at Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site will be held on Friday, October 6, and Saturday, October 7, from 7-9 p.m. each night. This historic site features a…


Monday, September 25, 2023
Local Police in Their Own Words

Recently, I hosted a Public Safety Roundtable Event with local police officers, County Sheriffs, Police Chiefs, and their staff. The focus of the meeting was to hear firsthand from local…


Monday, September 25, 2023
Our Saviors Lutheran School 5th Graders Came to Visit The Capitol

The Capitol is always a home to guests, including this terrific group of 5th graders from Our Saviors Lutheran School! I had a great time talking with the kids about…


Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Summer Reading Program: Pizza Party Hosted by Rep. Coffey

The Summer Reading Program for Kids was a success and they enjoyed the pizza party! Rep. Coffey believes reading is a vital skill to learn early on in education. This…


Thursday, September 14, 2023
Education Concerns from Local School Superintendents

Today, I had the pleasure to meet with local school superintendents at Capital Area Career Center. Our meeting was focused around ongoing concerns about teacher shortages, quality education, and regulations…


Monday, September 11, 2023
American Lives Lost: We Will Always Remember 9/11

American lives would forever be changed after September 11, 2001. It’s been 22 years since the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers were attacked by terrorists in the deadliest attack on…