The Single-Family Zoning Ban Act is now the second piece of legislation proposed during the spring session intended to strip local governments of their zoning authority so that the state…

National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week honors public safety telecommunicators for their commitment and dedication. Public safety telecommunicators work around the clock to ensure the safety of our communities. Thank you…

April / 2024             FY24 Law Enforcement Camera Grant – Spring  Application deadline May 3, 2024   Grants to Illinois police agencies of municipalities, counties,…

We are back in Springfield this week and expecting a busy few days ahead as we approach the committee deadline for substantive House Bills. You can follow along live with…

Today is Illinois State Police Trooper Day! Thank you to our Illinois State Police for 102 years of “Integrity, Service, Pride” – Our dedicated state troopers work every day to…

Happy Easter! Wishing everyone who celebrates a peaceful and joyous day with family and friends.

The April 8 solar eclipse is almost here. Don’t forget to protect your eyes with approved eclipse glasses if you plan on watching the rare event. You can pick up…

Good Friday is a somber and reverent day in the Christian religion that marks the death of Jesus Christ. It is the start of a holy weekend which will conclude…

Vietnam War Veterans Day pays tribute to the 2.7 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War. Thank you to all of the veterans of the Vietnam War for your…

The Prisoner Review Board failed Laterria Smith and her family, resulting in the death of an innocent 11-year-old boy. We must do more to protect the victims of domestic violence…