National First Responders Day Every year on October 28th, we come together as a nation to recognize and celebrate the brave men and women who stand on the front lines…

On National Day of the Deployed, we stand united in support of our troops who are serving far from home. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice do not go unnoticed.

Protecting Family Farms House Republicans have made continuous efforts to reduce or eliminate the burdensome ‘Estate Tax,’ known also as the ‘Death Tax,’ with more than a half-dozen bills introduced…

Halloween Safety For centuries, Halloween has been celebrated around the world by children and adults alike. While the reason for celebration has gradually changed since the first Celtic festivals, October 31st…

This year nearly $4 million was slashed from the Illinois Department of Agriculture’s budget for the state’s 97 Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs). The reductions represent close to a…

This October 21-25, we’re recognizing National School Bus Safety Week, a time to shine a spotlight on school bus safety and the role each of us plays in protecting children…

Mahomet Aquifer The Mahomet Aquifer is a vital source of drinking water for more than half the population in east-central Illinois. Which is why in 2015, the US Environmental Protection…

CORRUPTION Madigan corruption trial convenes; jury selection begins. A major criminal trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan began this week in Chicago. Madigan faces bribery and racketeering charges. The former…

Illinois and the larger Midwest region provide the food that feeds not just the rest of the nation, but much of the world. Today, with innovations such as ethanol and…

Inflation Sticker Shock There’s no denying that Illinois families are paying outrageous prices at the grocery store. According to the USDA, all food prices rose by 25% between 2020 and…