While snow may or may not blanket the state come December 25, the magic of the season is undeniable. It’s found in the glow of Christmas lights illuminating our small…

Illinois residents will see new laws go into effect on January 1st, 2025. Several bills passed through the Illinois statehouse during Spring session and signed into law by Governor Pritzker….

I filed House Bill 5880 in support of student athletes. This legislation allows them to participate in interscholastic athletic practices and events. I think it’s important to embrace student athletes,…

In the fall of 1858, two men stood face-to-face in a series of debates that would define not only their own political futures but the soul of a nation. Abraham…

IMMIGRATION More Than 155,000 Standard IDs and Driver’s Licenses Issued to Illinois Noncitizens in 5 Months. Since Law Went Into Effect. More than 155,000 standardized IDs and driver’s licenses for non-U.S….

Today we pause to pay tribute to our veterans on Wreaths Across America Day. Thousands of wreaths will be placed at the graves of veterans across the nation as a…

Chatham Police Thank you Chatham IL Police Department for going above and beyond to provide service to a senior citizen in need of help-and to the Meals on Wheels worker…

It was a pleasure to join my colleagues in Chicago for the Annual Illinois Farm Bureau Meeting. Since 1916, Illinois Farm Bureau has provided education and information to help farmers,…

Illinois Energy Demand As Illinois transitions away from coal power, the focus on building battery storage capacity has intensified. While some view this as a necessary solution for energy reliability,…

STATE GOVERNMENT DFPR responds to House Republican pressure, announces first phase of plan to modernize professional licensing. The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR) is the State agency that…