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

Dozens of state employees across multiple agencies are under investigation for claims they fraudulently obtained payments from the Paycheck Protection Program.  https://www.capitolnewsillinois.com/NEWS/state-watchdog-investigating-employees-accused-of-bilking-federal-pandemic-aid-program

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!

Elimination of Cash Bail Officially Takes Effect in September By a vote of 5-2 the Illinois Supreme Court has sided with legislative Democrats supporting the elimination of cash bail for…

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 recent audit of pandemic-period unemployment programs under the control of the Department of Employment Security has revealed widespread fraud and mishandling of billions of taxpayer dollars. Rep. Frese noted serious…

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…

Rep. Frese and Sen. Tracy invite all area families to a Legislative Update Town Hall in Beardstown on August 8th. “This past legislative session was tough on our communities’ public…