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Thursday, July 6, 2023
Rep. Frese Launches Petition Drive to Reinvest in Kids

State Representative Randy Frese is taking action to prevent the loss of Illinois’ Invest in Kids Scholarship Program at the end of the year. Rep. Frese has launched a “Reinvest…


Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Happy Independence Day!

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July!


Sunday, July 2, 2023
Summer Grilling Safety Tips

Make sure you are following proper safety practices when using grills this holiday weekend and throughout the rest of the summer. July is the peak month for grill fires followed by…


Saturday, July 1, 2023
Be Safe with Fireworks this Weekend

Here’s what to know about fireworks in Illinois this 4th of July weekend. https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2023/06/fireworks-laws-in-illinois-and-safety.html


Friday, June 30, 2023
Gas, Grocery Taxes Rise Just in Time for the Holiday Weekend

Starting Saturday, it’s going to cost you more to gas up and stock up… Illinois taxes increase on basic necessities Saturday | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Friday, June 30, 2023
Illinois/Midwest Companies Take a Hit from Biden Biodiesel Quotas

The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: Biden Biodiesel Quotas a Blow to ADM and others


Thursday, June 29, 2023
Federal Appeals Court Hears Illinois Gun Ban Challenge

The Constitutionality of Illinois Democrats’ gun and magazine ban was heard Thursday in Federal Appeals Court.  Federal appeals court hears challenge to Illinois gun and magazine bans | Illinois…


Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Canadian Wildfires Causing Air Quality Alerts Across Illinois

Most of Illinois is experiencing unhealthy air quality conditions due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. If you are able, consider staying inside as much as possible over the next several days to limit…


Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Rep. Frese: All Proposals to Reform DCFS Should Be Discussed

Illinois lawmakers discuss ways to address ongoing issues with state’s child welfare agency | Illinois | thecentersquare.com “Funding for DCFS continues to rise, and at the same time, so do…


Saturday, June 24, 2023
It’s County Fair Season!

County Fairs are in full swing across the state. Get out there and celebrate summer!  2023 County Fair Dates Flyer.pdf (illinois.gov)