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Tuesday, June 25, 2024
More Proof We Need Ethics Reform Now

Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke was sentenced to two years in prison and a $2 million fine this week in his corruption case. Unfortunately, Burke may be allowed to pay…


Saturday, June 22, 2024
July New Laws and Gas Tax Hike, Bumpstocks, Energy Assistance, and More

New July Laws, Higher Gas Taxes On July 1, new laws will take effect in Illinois…and you will also be paying more at the pump for gas. Illinois gas tax…


Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Celebrate Freedom!

Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. This day honors the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas following the end of…


Tuesday, June 18, 2024
How to Beat the Extreme Heat

High temperatures are expected across Illinois all this week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: ☀ Stay out of the sun. If…


Sunday, June 16, 2024
Happy Father’s Day!

Happy Father’s Day to all of the incredible dads and grandpas out there! Be sure to show appreciation for all that the fathers in your life do.


Friday, June 14, 2024
Celebrate the Stars and Stripes!

Flag Day celebrates the official adoption of the United States flag on June 14th, 1777. Communities across the country will celebrate this important day by honoring the stars and stripes! …


Thursday, June 13, 2024
New Fiscal Year Brings New Laws

Several new laws take effect July 1 in Illinois. Here are several you need to know about. https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/politics/illinois-laws-take-effect-july-1/63-acb58476-e43a-4c02-b321-91a75646d9bd


Wednesday, June 12, 2024
We Must Enact Meaningful Ethics Reforms

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s longtime chief of staff has begun his prison sentence. https://abc7chicago.com/post/tim-mapes-ex-chief-staff-former-illinois-house/14934976 Meanwhile, many meaningful ethics reforms were filed by House Republicans this spring, but never…


Friday, June 7, 2024
Budget Signed into Law, Good and Bad Ideas, Unconstitutional Election Changes, and More

As expected, this week Governor JB Pritzker signed into law a partisan $53.1 billion spending plan, the largest budget in state history. The Fiscal Year 2025 budget is $2.6 billion more…


Thursday, June 6, 2024
Democrat Mid-Cycle Election Changes Found Unconstitutional

Last month, Democrats’ elections bill was introduced, passed through the General Assembly, and signed into law in less than two days. This law, which changed elections rules mid-cycle, has now…