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Saturday, November 25, 2023
It’s Small Business Saturday!

Small Businesses are the backbone of local economies. Today and throughout the Holiday Season please be sure to shop local and support the small businesses that make our communities thrive!


Thursday, November 23, 2023
Give Thanks!

The first Thanksgiving took place over 400 years ago, but the spirit of the holiday lives on today. It reminds us to be thankful for all that we have, including…


Monday, November 20, 2023
Farm Rescue can Help Farmers in Need

Farm Rescue helps farmers who have experienced a major illness, injury, or natural disaster by providing the necessary equipment and volunteer workforce to plant, hay, or harvest their crop free…


Sunday, November 19, 2023
Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address-160 Years Ago Today

On November 19, 1863, a dedication ceremony was held for the new Gettysburg Soldiers’ National Cemetery. The keynote speaker was Edward Everett, a famed orator who had served as a U.S….


Thursday, November 16, 2023
U.S. Supreme Court Asked to Review Illinois’ Firearms Ban

The U.S. Supreme Court has been petitioned to review the recent Illinois Supreme Court ruling on Illinois’ firearms ban. https://www.newsweek.com/illinois-assault-weapons-ban-faces-new-challenge-1843894


Saturday, November 11, 2023
Honor America’s Heroes!

This Veterans Day let us take a moment to remember the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to protect the freedom of our nation. Thank you to all…


Thursday, November 9, 2023
Last Day to Extend Invest in Kids Before it Sunsets

…and none of the bills to address it are on the House calendar today. Illinois legislators return for final day this year with unfinished business | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Last Chance This Year to End the Nuclear Energy Moratorium

The Illinois House returns for the second week of the fall veto session today. It is our final chance to act on the major issues facing our state before the…


Monday, November 6, 2023
Federal Appeals Court Vacates Gun Ban Injunction

Plaintiffs challenging Democrats’ firearms ban are reviewing their next steps after a federal appeals court vacated a lower court’s preliminary injunction on Friday. https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_61ca2658-7be9-11ee-a508-9f7b9af86316.html


Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Tipsword Sponsors Legislation to End Illinois’ Sanctuary State Humanitarian Crisis

 Due to the TRUST Act, which was enacted in 2017, Illinois has become a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants. Law enforcement agencies are prohibited from cooperating with federal immigration authorities to…