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Friday, December 13, 2024
Patriots of the Heartland

Near the Capitol stands a building constructed to celebrate Illinois’ first 100 years of statehood. The Centennial Building (today called the Howlett Building) features an area for exhibiting battle flags…


Thursday, December 12, 2024
Illinois’ communities show their holiday spirit

As the holiday season ramps up to full swing, towns and cities across Illinois come alive with a shared sense of joy and celebration. Each with their own holiday traditions,…


Wednesday, December 11, 2024
More grid battery storage needed as Illinois shutters its coal power plants

As Illinois transitions away from coal power, the focus on building battery storage capacity has intensified. While some view this as a necessary solution for energy reliability, it may actually…


Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Fire Station Grants Available

Local Fire Departments looking to rehabilitate or build a fire station may be interested in $5 million in grant funding available to fire departments across the state. Applications are due…


Saturday, December 7, 2024
Honoring Lives Lost on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

83 Years Ago December 7 marks Pearl Harbor Day, a time to honor the lives lost during the surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in…


Friday, December 6, 2024
Madigan Trial Highlights The Need for Ethics Reform

Yesterday, jurors in the Madigan corruption trial saw evidence of the former Speaker’s influence throughout state government. Jessica Basham, onetime chief of staff to former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan,…


Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Rep. Rosenthal is Standing Up for Illinois Seniors

As your State Representative, I have helped lead the effort against taxing retirement income, have fought for property tax relief for seniors and veterans, and worked to extend Meals on…


Tuesday, December 3, 2024
The History of Illinois’ Journey to Statehood

On December 3, 1818, Illinois was admitted as the 21st state of the United States. That’s why on December 3rd of every year, we celebrate Illinois Statehood Day. To celebrate,…


Monday, December 2, 2024
Beneficial Tips to Prepare Your Home for Winter

Prepare for Winter Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather. The climate encapsulates all four seasons in Illinois, and staying ahead of the…


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…