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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…


Monday, November 25, 2024
House Republicans: Irresponsible Budgeting by the Supermajority Has Led to a $3.2 Billion Deficit

Illinois House Republicans are reacting to the Pritzker Administration’s announcement of a $3.2 billion projected budget deficit for FY26. We have repeatedly voiced concerns about the state’s budget process, especially…


Friday, November 22, 2024
Veto session, firearms ban struck down, jobs and more

ILLINOIS NEWS MADIGAN TRIAL Mike McClain’s “magic lobbyist list” presented to jurors in Madigan criminal trial. McClain, a former close associate of Michael J. Madigan, is on trial with the former…


Thursday, November 21, 2024
Rosenthal and Coffey Host Holiday Drive with Toys for Tots

Rosenthal and Coffey Host Holiday Drive with Toys for Tots Springfield, IL…State Representatives Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) and Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) are taking the initiative to help children in need this…


Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Giving Blood Could Save a Life

This year, the Illinois House Republicans have been rallying communities around the cause of blood donation. Several State Representatives have hosted successful blood drives, giving the residents of their districts…