BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Each October, we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time to raise awareness about this disease that affects millions of individuals and families across the…

AGRICULTURE As harvest season is underway, here is a closer look at the status of Illinois’ most important crops. What’s Going on With Illinois Crops?  The Illinois Department of Natural Resources…

PROFESSIONAL LICENSING Updates to Illinois’ professional licensing system have helped address workforce shortages in critical areas across the state. I serve on the Health Care Licenses Committee and we have…

Illinois hunters harvested more than 54,000 deer during the first weekend of the firearm deer season. The second firearm deer season kicks off this Thursday. Wishing all a safe and…

AROUND THE DISTRICT Congratulations to the Roanoke DMV on the completion of the remodel and computer upgrades at their facility! We recently celebrated a ribbon cutting with staff and customers…

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME As November has arrived, Illinoisans are gearing up for the transition back to Standard Time as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends this weekend. On Sunday, November 3,…

Illinois farmers are making quick progress on corn and soybean harvests. Wishing all a safe and successful end to the season! 🚜 Illinois is Racing Through Harvest Season

WELCOME NEW STATE TROOPERS! Congratulations to the newest Troopers for the Illinois State Police. Thank you for your service to our great state! Illinois State Police Welcomes 35 New Troopers from…

Farmers harvested 62% of soybeans and 49% of corn as of Oct. 14 statewide, which was 15 and 5 points ahead of the average pace, respectively. Harvest advances as growing…

HARVEST You can help farmers have a safe harvest by remembering to slow down, give them plenty of room, and have patience on the roadways. 🚜 Illinois harvest season. How to…