The Illinois Department of Public Health is reminding the public that along with the start of summer, mosquito season is getting underway in Illinois and that positive batches of West Nile…

At least one inch of rain each week is ideal for crops, farmers say, but rain amounts in the past month have been far below that amount. https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/early-drought-farmers-midwest/526-ba069945-aba5-459e-97c1-7f2e299c2511

246 years ago today, Old Glory was adopted as the official flag of our great nation. Since its adoption, the American flag has proudly served as a symbol of freedom…

Governor Pritzker will sign the budget today. More than 500 other new bills will hit the Governor’s desk over the summer. Here’s a look of some of the measures that passed the Illinois General…

79 years ago today, Allied troops stormed the heavily fortified coast of Normandy to liberate Western Europe from the evil, tyranny, and oppression of Nazi control. On this important anniversary…

The Invest in Kids tax credit scholarship program provides a choice for families in need who otherwise couldn’t afford to pick a private elementary or high school. Democrats have chosen to…

Honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Bless our fallen heroes this Memorial Day and always.

It was a long day on the floor yesterday as House Republicans awaited the “agreed” budget announced by Democrats. The House considered several pieces of legislation throughout the day, including bills concerning…

After much fanfare from Democratic leaders about coming to an agreement on a budget, Senate Democrats were unable to get a bill through the chamber last night. 

We’re back in Springfield for the final week of the spring session with a state budget expected to drop in the next few days. The House is scheduled to be called to…