Governor Pritzker signed dozens of bills into law in another round of bill signings on Friday afternoon. The full list of bills signed is below: https://gov.illinois.gov/newsroom/press-release.26838.html

The State Fair in Springfield opens next week. After $64.8 million in upgrades, Illinois State Fair opens next week | Illinois | thecentersquare.com

Rep. Frese and Sen. Tracy will discuss the budget and other state issues, as well as local families’ concerns and ideas. See you Tuesday in Beardstown!

Starting September 1st, 44 driver services facilities around the state will require appointments for some services. See if your nearest facility will be impacted: https://www.wqad.com/article/news/politics/illinois-politics/appointments-to-be-required-at-state-driver-services-facilities-illinois/526-d1e0a1ed-fd4c-479f-ba0c-d6ad6d15a79a

A stretch of hot weather is expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips for staying safe in the heat: -Limit outdoor activities -Drink plenty of water -Wear…

The planned path of the pipeline includes parts of Adams, Brown, Morgan, and Schuyler Counties. Groups continue opposition to CO2 pipeline for central Illinois | Illinois | thecentersquare.com

The Illinois Supreme Court today sided with legislative Democrats supporting the elimination of cash bail for violent offenders in Illinois. State Representative Randy Frese (R-Paloma) called the ruling “a blow…

Illinois Supreme Court set to release ruling on no-cash bail case Tuesday | Illinois | thecentersquare.com

The back-to-school tax holiday has ended this year despite the rising costs of supplies. Illinois families need lasting relief, not just when it’s politically convenient. Let’s make Illinois an affordable place…

The Governor has issued a Disaster Proclamation for Coles, Cook, Edgar, Hancock, McDonough, Morgan, Sangamon, and Washington Counties. This allows local entities increased access to state resources and emergency personnel as…