GOMB projects State budget deficits in FY25 and following years The “Illinois Economic and Fiscal Policy Report,” submitted last month by the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB), contains…

“Congratulations on the Grand Opening of the new Corn Belt Ports Regional Office in Peoria Thursday! Great things are happening in the 105th District!” – Rep. Dennis Tipsword From a…

The Invest in Kids scholarship program has helped more than 9,500 low-income students attend the schools that best meet their learning needs. Children and parents from across the state have…

Legislation passed during the fall veto session will allow for the construction of small modular reactors in Illinois. Here’s what that means for our state. https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20231128/pending-legislation-would-allow-small-modular-nuclear-reactors-in-illinois-what-are-they

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!

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…

$638 million is being spent on Chicago’s migrant crisis Late last week, Governor JB Pritzker announced his plan to spend $160 million in taxpayer funds to provide shelter and job…

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…

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….

The additional $160 million the Governor Thursday promised for migrant aid should be used to take care of the Illinoisans he swore an oath to protect. Prioritizing the care of…