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Thursday, May 7, 2026
Annual Police Memorial at the Capitol Remembers Fallen Heroes

Today we honor the brave law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities. Legislators and the community came together to honor the brave men and…


Tuesday, May 5, 2026
After The Tragic Murder of a Chicago Police Officer, Republicans Demand Accountability

According to the Chicago Police Department, Alphanso Talley has now been charged in the heinous murder of a Chicago police officer and the attempted murder of another officer, along with a long…


Monday, May 4, 2026
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First responders are the backbone of public safety. They are the first ones there when we need them most, working under extreme conditions to save lives, restore order, and provide…


Thursday, April 30, 2026
“Millionaire Tax” fails to advance in Illinois

House Republicans stood united against Illinois Democrats’ latest income tax hike proposal that would have opened the door to even more tax increases on Illinois families and job creators. Just…


Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Rep. Mike Coffey Celebrates Opening of Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe

Rep. Mike Coffey Celebrates Opening of Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe Springfield, IL…The community came together to celebrate the grand opening of Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe in…


Tuesday, April 28, 2026
250 America- Passport to Illinois

This golden year in Illinois, we celebrate an extraordinary milestone of 250 years since 1776, when the United States Declaration of Independence was adopted. The State of Illinois is home…


Friday, April 24, 2026
Q & A with State Representative Mike Coffey

Yesterday, State Rep. Mike Coffey sat down with Dave Dahl from Capitol City Now and discussed Coffey’s vision and plans to bring downtown Springfield back- to- life. Dave- On Wednesday…


Friday, April 24, 2026
Rep. Mike Coffey Votes Yes on β€œMega Project” Bill

Rep. Mike Coffey Votes Yes on β€œMega Project” Bill Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) voted yes to House Bill 910, otherwise known as the β€œMega Project” bill. Coffey says…


Thursday, April 23, 2026
Coffey brews up enthusiasm for possible tourism district

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – State Rep.Β Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) could be the happiest man in Springfield now. The morning after the Illinois House passed an economic developmentΒ packageΒ which could help…


Wednesday, April 22, 2026
IL House Democrats Moving Closer to Passing Millionaire’s TaxΒ 

House Democrats are attempting to ram through a millionaire’s tax today that will only force more people to leave Illinois…and take their money with them! Despite voters saying no in…