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Thursday, February 19, 2026
(VIDEO) Rep. Ugaste: Governor’s Budget Speech Fails to Address Real Issues Affecting Illinoisans

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
We Need Real Property Tax Relief for Illinois Families

Illinoisans pay the highest effective property tax rates in the nation, and yet the system continues to fail them. If we want to make Illinois a more affordable place to…


Sunday, June 15, 2025
Happy Father’s Day!

Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the dads who have shaped our lives with love, guidance, and strength. Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there!


Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Democrat Legislation Would Ban Natural Gas Hookups

Democrats have introduced legislation that would ban natural gas hookups in new buildings in Illinois and raise costs for Illinois families. Legislation to ban new natural gas hookups in Illinois…


Sunday, April 14, 2024
Enjoy National Gardening Day!

Today is National Gardening Day. Whether you plant vegetables, flowers, houseplants, or anything else, today is the perfect time to get outside and celebrate gardening!


Friday, November 24, 2023
Home Alone Filmed in Chicago

While during Thanksgiving, we focused on the popular Planes, Trains, & Automobiles for being filmed in Illinois, a Christmas movie by John Hughes has also been filmed in the north…


Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Stay Fire Safe This Thanksgiving

For most, the kitchen is the heart of the home, and Thanksgiving brings that out even more. Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires with more than three…


Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Senior Help Line from Illinois Department on Aging

Seniors can call with any questions about Department on Aging programs, such as the Community Care Program (in-home care and adult day programs), home delivered meals, or locating a senior…


Monday, November 20, 2023
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste – November 20, 2023

CHICAGO House Republicans blast Gov. Pritzker for spending $638 million on Chicago’s migrant crisis. On Thursday, Governor JB Pritzker announced his plan to spend $160 million in taxpayer funds to provide…


Monday, November 20, 2023
Planes, Trains, & Automobiles: A Thanksgiving Classic Filmed in Illinois

It’s a Thanksgiving classic many Illinoisans sit down to every year with pumpkin pie or mugs of cider. Starring Steve Martin and the late John Candy, Planes, Trains, & Automobiles…