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Friday, July 21, 2023
Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Elimination of Cash Bail

The Illinois Supreme Court has announced its opinion on the Pretrial Fairness portion of the SAFE-T Act, and by a 5-2 decision, they have ruled it as constitutional. This strikes down a…


Thursday, July 20, 2023
USDA Announces Historic Investment in Wildlife Conservation

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced it will be investing $500 million dollars over the next five years into expanding wildlife conservation. All available conservation programs will be…


Wednesday, July 19, 2023
2023 Menard County Fair Kicks Off in Petersburg

The Annual Menard County Fair has kicked off for 2023 with entertainment every night. For years, this county fair has attracted families from across Petersburg and neighboring communities to enjoy…


Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Rep. Rosenthal Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling on the SAFE-T Act

Today’s ruling by the Illinois Supreme Court to completely abolish cash bail for criminals does not make Illinois safer. First, the Democrats craft “gun control” legislation which attacks law abiding…


Monday, July 17, 2023
Some of the Largest Freshwater Fish in the World are in Illinois

Illinois is home to some of the largest freshwater fish in the world, and recently a commercial netting crew working to reduce invasive carp populations caught a giant 109-pound carp…


Monday, July 17, 2023
The Illinois Supreme Court to issue a ruling Tuesday on cash bail

The highly controversial SAFE-T Act in Illinois has a provision that would end cash bail. The Illinois Supreme Court will issue a ruling Tuesday on this proposal and decide if…


Friday, July 14, 2023
Donate Extra Garden Harvest to Food Pantries

Are you looking to donate extra food to local pantries? Families maintain and grow a number of fruits and vegetables in their own gardens in Illinois, and in many cases…


Thursday, July 13, 2023
The Challenges Electric Vehicle Fleets present for Illinois’ Economy

Vehicles powered by batteries that are charged by electricity are becoming more and more popular, and many states are passing laws centered around certain percentages of vehicle sales that must…


Wednesday, July 12, 2023
USDA Secretary issues 4 national disaster designations across Illinois

Farmers and their crops across Illinois are hurting this year due to drought and damaging storms, which has led the USDA to issue multiple national disaster declarations. According to the…


Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Illinois continues to shortchange funding for local municipalities

The Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) was enacted in Illinois following the passage of the state income tax in 1969. A key element of the agreement was the establishment of…