Fall seasonal beers drive sales and growth for retailers, and next to Oktoberfest releases, pumpkin beers are still the most popular of fall flavors. Every October, the spike in interest for pumpkin…

Thank you to our Illinois principals for all that they do to keep our schools running smoothly for students, teachers, and staff. Each year, we recognize the essential role that…

Nearly every day, millions of children across the United States line up to ride the bus to school. The school bus is one of the safest modes of transportation, but…

Illinois’ elimination of cash bail as a condition of pre-trial release went into effect on September 18. So far, the results have been mixed and there has been a strain…

National Farmer’s Day is a special day set aside to appreciate the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our world. Thank you to farmers for your dedication to…

Springfield, IL This week, Navigator CO2 announced the company has withdrawn its carbon dioxide pipeline permit application in Illinois. This action is a direct result from the South Dakota Public…

Lately, our second amendment rights have been tested by the supermajority across the states. In Illinois, laws have changed and bills have been passed that ban certain types of firearms…

My colleagues and I recently sent a signed letter to Governor Pritzker stating real concerns over the Chinese Company, Gotion building a EV battery plant in Manteno, Illinois. We need…

The insurance marketplace in Illinois has traditionally been one of the most competitive in the country, and chances are good that the average Illinois resident is paying lower monthly premiums…

Springfield, IL The investigation continues at Heinz Funeral Home in Carlinville over the treatment of human remains. State Representative Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) and State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) are completely…