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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Gun Ban Registration Rules Still Unresolved

Democrats’ overreaching firearms ban continues to cause confusion and frustration for law-abiding gun owners in Illinois.  As Deadline Looms, Assault Weapons Registration Rules Still Unresolved | Chicago News | WTTW


Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Moratorium Lifted on Nuclear Energy Development

Good news for the future of Illinois’ energy supply – the governor signed legislation we passed this year to lift the moratorium on new nuclear construction in Illinois. This move…


Saturday, December 9, 2023
Illinois in the Movies: What’s Your Favorite Christmas Movie Set in Illinois?

In addition to Home Alone and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation the list of Christmas movies filmed and/or set in Illinois is robust. What is your favorite Christmas movie set or…


Friday, December 8, 2023
Pritzker Administration Asks Supreme Court to Deny Gun Ban Injunction

The Pritzker administration has weighed-in on the challenge to their gun ban before the U.S. Supreme Court, asking the Court to deny an injunction that would block the ban. The…


Thursday, December 7, 2023
Happy Hanukkah!

Today at sundown is the beginning of the Hanukkah celebration that will last for eight days and eight nights. Wishing a very happy and safe Hanukkah to all who celebrate!


Thursday, December 7, 2023
A Date Which Will Live in Infamy

Today we remember the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on this day in 1941. We will always remember those who were killed while…


Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Nuclear Physicist Says End to Nuclear Moratorium is a Win for Illinois

“An industry expert says Illinois’ decision to lift the 36-year-old moratorium on new nuclear power plants is a win for the state’s economy and the environment.”


Monday, December 4, 2023
Having Trouble Paying Utility Bills? LIHEAP May Help!

If you are having trouble paying your utility bills, you may be eligible for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).  https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/illinois-utility-bill-assistance-program-opens-up-eligibility/


Monday, December 4, 2023
Reporting Public Corruption, Gun Ban Challenge Deadline, Christmas in Illinois, and More

GOMB projects State budget deficits in FY25 and following years The “Illinois Economic and Fiscal Policy Report,” submitted last month by the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB), contains…


Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Invest in Kids will Expire Without a Single (Required) Progress Report

The Invest in Kids scholarship program has helped more than 9,500 low-income students attend the schools that best meet their learning needs. Children and parents from across the state have…