I joined State Representative Mike Coffey to tour the new Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) headquarters in Springfield. As part of collaborative efforts between state agencies, this new location will…

Last Thursday at the Capitol was Student Innovation Day and I really enjoyed visiting with students from Athens. These kids revealed their exciting school projects they have worked hard on…

DNR is hosting an informational zoom on the Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development Grant (OSLAD) on Wednesday May 15th at 11:00 a.m. Park districts and units of local government…

May is Military Appreciation Month-a special time to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to the brave men and women who have made…

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of the incredible teachers across Illinois for your hard work and commitment to our communities. Every day you strive to make a…

***GENERAL ASSEMBLY/ELECTIONS*** Democrats muscle through changes to Illinois election law; Republicans denounce political games. This week, Democrats passed brazen legislation to change Illinois election law to their own self-serving political advantages, stifle…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Springfield, IL…Yesterday in the Illinois House of Representatives, we witnessed a bold move from Democrats. SB2412 was introduced on the House floor with absolutely no time for…

Today we celebrate Illinois Bacon Day! Did you know that the Illinois pork industry produces more than 6 billion slices of bacon each year? Today we are celebrating this beloved…

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recently announced the list of fire departments set to receive 2024 Small Equipment Grants. These grants will help upgrade each department’s…

Happy National Zipper Day! Did you know the first zipper-like device called the “clasp-locker” was invented by Chicago native Whitcomb Judson in 1893? The device was later improved upon by…