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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Firefighters Memorial, Medal of Honor Ceremony

This morning we stood with first responders at the Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony in Springfield to remember the Illinois firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty…


Monday, May 8, 2023
The Rising Cost of Medicaid Coverage for Illegal Immigrants

The estimated cost for Illinois to continue providing health care coverage to noncitizens who are otherwise ineligible for Medicaid benefits has been revised upward to $1.1 billion for the upcoming…


Sunday, May 7, 2023
How Safe is it to Eat Fish Caught in Illinois Waters?

The Illinois Department of Public Health has announced updated consumption advisories for sport fish caught in Illinois waters. https://www.wcia.com/news/state-news/idph-releases-updated-list-of-illinois-sport-fish-consumption-advisories/


Friday, May 5, 2023
Com Ed Four Corruption, Where’s the Budget, Honoring Fallen Officers, and More

Com Ed Four Guilty Verdicts Spotlight Continuing Corruption…Madigan Trial is Next A Federal Jury this week found all defendants in the “Com-Ed Four” corruption trial guilty of bribery-related charges. This…


Friday, May 5, 2023
Law Enforcement Memorial Day

Thursday was a somber day at the Capitol as law enforcement from across the state traveled to Springfield for the annual memorial ceremony to mourn and to honor those who…


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Rep. Tipsword: Anything Less than Fair and Honest Representation is Completely Unacceptable

A Federal Jury today found all defendants in the “Com-Ed Four” corruption trial guilty of bribery-related charges. Rep. Tipsword (R-Metamora) released the following statement: “Today’s verdict is only the beginning….


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Thoughts and Prayers for those in I-55 Tragedy

Our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the horrific crashes on I-55 yesterday. Please keep all who were involved in your prayers today as…


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Livingston Area Career Center Brings Home the Gold!

Congratulations to Livingston Area Career Center Students, their Sponsors, area companies that participated in SkillsUSA Illinois for Bringing Home the Gold! Good Luck at Nationals in Atlanta, GA. We’re with…


Monday, May 1, 2023
Federal Judge Blocks Dems’ Unconstitutional Gun Ban

It’s not over, but the court challenges to protect our Constitutional rights continue to move forward. Federal judge blocks Illinois’ gun and magazine ban while case continues | Illinois |…


Sunday, April 30, 2023
It’s National “Adopt a Shelter Pet Day”!

Did you know that shelter Cats and Dogs are the official state pets of Illinois? When you’re looking for a new pet please adopt, don’t shop!