The looming end of cash bail in Illinois later this month is not only a public safety concern; county governments are also scrambling to find a way to replace the…

According to a recent survey, Illinois leads the nation in declining revenues for small businesses. We have to make Illinois the best place to do business to grow jobs and opportunities…

Today we recognize the many contributions of American workers to the strength and prosperity of our nation. Wishing all a happy and safe Labor Day!

Expect increased traffic for the Labor Day holiday weekend. Please be patient and cautious out on the roadways if you’re traveling. https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/here-are-the-changes-to-expect-on-illinois-roads-for-labor-day-weekend/3219459/

Governor signs bill to back state’s No. 1 industry with support for future farmers | Illinois | thecentersquare.com

On this day in 1818, the Illinois Constitutional Convention adopted the first State Constitution and selected Kaskaskia as the first state capital. Happy Constitution Day, Illinois!

The University of Illinois Extension is implementing changes and new staff to help provide real-time solutions and support to our Agriculture community. https://www.morningagclips.com/illinois-extension-investing-in-future-of-farming-across-state/

Rep. Frese and fellow members of the Sustaining & Protecting At-Risk Kids Working Group has delivered a comprehensive list of bills that would positively impact foster children, families in-crisis, and DCFS…

As of early August, more than 45 Illinois Department of Human Services workers have been fired, resigned or face pending discipline related to PPP loan fraud. https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_2a6acbf2-3aeb-11ee-b1ec-63f547c490de.html

The National Shooting Sports Foundation has filed a federal lawsuit against a newly-signed law targeting firearms makers and sellers in Illinois. https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2023/8/15/23832669/gun-rights-group-lawsuit-illinois-law-unsafe-marketing-practices-firearms-makers-and-sellers