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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Rep. Tipsword: Cash Bail Elimination Ruling is a Blow to the Safety of Our Communities

By a vote of 5-2 the Illinois Supreme Court today sided with legislative Democrats supporting the elimination of cash bail for violent offenders in Illinois. State Representative Dennis Tipsword, a…


Friday, July 14, 2023
Update-Supreme Court Decision on Elimination of Cash Bail Coming Tuesday

Illinois Supreme Court set to release ruling on no-cash bail case Tuesday | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Emergency Assistance is Available to Farmers Impacted by Recent Severe Weather

Recent dry conditions and severe weather outbreaks have been hard on area farmers, but emergency help may be available to you. Farmers in eligible counties have eight months from the…


Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate Freedom and Independence!

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July!


Sunday, July 2, 2023
Outdoor Grilling Tips for a Safe Summer

Make sure you are following proper safety practices when using grills this holiday weekend and throughout the rest of the summer. July is the peak month for grill fires followed by…


Saturday, July 1, 2023
Stay Safe While Enjoying Fireworks

Here’s what to know about fireworks in Illinois this 4th of July weekend. https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2023/06/fireworks-laws-in-illinois-and-safety.html


Friday, June 30, 2023
Gas, Grocery Taxes Rise Just in Time for the Holiday Weekend

Starting Saturday, it’s going to cost you more to gas up and stock up… Illinois taxes increase on basic necessities Saturday | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Friday, June 30, 2023
Illinois/Midwest Companies Take a Hit from Biden Biodiesel Quotas

The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: Biden Biodiesel Quotas a Blow to ADM and others


Thursday, June 29, 2023
Federal Appeals Court Hears Illinois Gun Ban Case

The Constitutionality of Illinois Democrats’ gun and magazine ban was heard Thursday in Federal Appeals Court. Federal appeals court hears challenge to Illinois gun and magazine bans | Illinois |…


Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Canadian Wildfires Causing Air Quality Alerts Across Illinois

Most of Illinois is experiencing unhealthy air quality conditions due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. If you are able, consider staying inside as much as possible over the next several days to limit…