Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year, let us all take time to remember the victims of the Holocaust, share the stories of survivors, and strengthen our resolve to…

It’s National School Choice Week. This week 18 states are celebrating new or expanded private school choice programs for their families. Here in Illinois, Democrats chose to end the Invest…

From ice climbing and cross-country skiing to frozen waterfalls and snow-filled canyons, there are fun winter adventures to be found at state parks. https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2024/01/illinois-state-parks-offer-fun-winter.html

2024 Spring Session starts today The Illinois House of Representatives reconvenes this afternoon for the start of the 2024 spring session. Primary business of the House this week will be…

The near-or-below zero temperatures are coming next week. You can increase the energy efficiency of your home and help save money on heating bills this winter by following these simple…

More winter weather is on the way followed by frigid temperatures. Stay in the know before you go! Visit gettingaroundillinois.com to see winter road conditions across the state. https://www.facebook.com/IllinoisDepartmentofTransportation/posts/pfbid0pj7BSafmgRTMzxQYsf7MazbsgH722zEeQfZ8j4FXsFQKqa8F488sdzAQcnGtZqSAl

While the January 1 deadline for Illinois gun owners to register now-banned firearms has come and gone, reports still have compliance in the single digits. You can read more here.

Today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Thank you to everyone who wears the badge or works in a law enforcement agency keeping us safe! You can read a bit more…

Scholarship alert- Scholarships are available for students hoping to pursue careers in agriculture! Online applications for Illinois Agricultural Association (IAA) Foundation scholarships are due by February 15. https://www.wifr.com/2024/01/05/iaa-foundation-offers-scholarships-2024-2025-school-year/

New laws you should know about More than 300 new state laws went into effect this week. They cover a wide variety of issues including gun registration rules, minimum wage,…