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Thursday, November 28, 2024
Thanksgiving is a treasured national holiday in the United States

About Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is a treasured national holiday in the United States, celebrated this year on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Its origins date back over four centuries to 1621, when the Pilgrims of…


Monday, November 18, 2024
Madigan trial, Veto session, Second Amendment and more

Madigan Trial– ‘Make it a federal court suit’: Jurors hear wiretap of McClain describing subcontracts alleged to be bribes. Thursday marked the end of six days on the witness stand…


Friday, November 15, 2024
IDOT helping to improve the accuracy of location data 

A new project led by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is helping improve the accuracy of location data used for surveying, mapping, construction, engineering and a host of other…


Thursday, November 14, 2024
Madigan exploited the public trust

Mike Madigan has exploited the public trust with his corruption allegations while serving as the Illinois House speaker for nearly four decades. Federal authorities have investigated allegations of bribes in…


Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Fall Veto Session Begins: 11/12/2024

Today, November 12th, the Illinois House of Representatives will begin fall legislative veto session. This is the first of two weeks of legislative session, with the second week beginning November…


Monday, November 11, 2024
Going the extra mile for our Veterans

When our county needed them, Veterans stepped up answering the call to serve with distinction. Our nation’s Veterans swore a solemn oath to support and defend our Constitution and through…


Thursday, November 7, 2024
Military Family Month

Military Family Month is a time for us to honor the strength and sacrifice of military families. Thank you for all that you do to keep our nation strong! 


Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Operation Santa program: make a child’s dream come true

The holiday season is a time for joy, generosity, and for many, a chance to make dreams come true. For over a century, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has…


Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Election Day FAQs and Resources

Today is Election Day and Illinoisans who did not vote early or by mail will be taking to the polls to cast their ballots for the candidates of their choice….


Monday, November 4, 2024
Litchfield Native Recognized with Purple Heart and Bronze Star

On Oct. 28, 2024, Major Chase Wilhelm from Litchfield, was awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor among other honors at the Governor’s Mansion. His commitment to serve…