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Saturday, July 6, 2024
On this Day…Illinois’ First State Flag!

On this day in 1915, Illinois adopted its first official state flag! https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2019/08/the-flag.html


Thursday, July 4, 2024
Happy Independence Day!

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe.


Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Gun Ban, 49 New Laws, State Softball Champions, and More

Supreme Court Refuses to Immediately Hear Appeal to Illinois Firearms Ban The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a set of challenges to Illinois Democrats’ firearms ban for…


Tuesday, July 2, 2024
SCOTUS Won’t Immediately Hear Challenges to Illinois Firearms Ban

The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a set of challenges to Illinois Democrats’ firearms ban for now. Here’s what you should know.  https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2024/07/02/supreme-court-declines-hear-challenge-illinois-assault-weapons-ban


Friday, June 28, 2024
Soil and Water Budget Cut, New State Department, Wildlife Habitat Grants and More

Severe budget cut imposed on Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts Although Illinois, in the heart of the Corn Belt, is one of the granary locations of the world, the…


Thursday, June 27, 2024
State Police Training to Combat Human Trafficking

The Illinois State Police is training front-line officers to recognize signs of human trafficking and recognize at-risk and exploited children.  https://khqa.com/newsletter-daily/isp-train-to-spot-and-protect-children-from-trafficking-and-exploitation


Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Illinois Crop Update

Here’s the latest on Illinois crops. As our farmers continue to work throughout the summer, remember to keep an eye out for large equipment on the roadways and give them…


Tuesday, June 25, 2024
How Many Prison Sentences will be Enough to Force Needed Ethics Reforms?

Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke was sentenced to two years in prison and a $2 million fine this week in his corruption case. Unfortunately, Burke may be allowed to pay…


Friday, June 21, 2024
New July Laws and Gas Tax Hike, Bump Stocks, Beat the Heat, and More

New July Laws, Higher Gas Taxes On July 1, new laws will take effect in Illinois…and you will also be paying more at the pump for gas. Illinois gas tax…


Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Celebrate Freedom!

Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. This day honors the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas following the end of…