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Saturday, September 14, 2024
Income Tax Filing Extension Deadline Coming October 15

October 15 is the deadline for those who took the six-month extension for filing their personal income tax returns. Got an income tax filing extension to Oct. 15? Here are…


Friday, September 13, 2024
Illinois’ Apple Orchards Provide Family Fun

Across the state, orchards open their gates to visitors eager to enjoy crisp autumn days filled with apple picking, hayrides, and tasty treats. The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House…


Friday, September 13, 2024
DMVs Now Accepting Digital Wallet Payments

Illinois DMVs will now accept “digital wallet” payments via Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. Illinois DMVs now accept digital wallet payments | WGN-TV (wgntv.com)


Thursday, September 12, 2024
Illinois Supreme Court Hears Cases Pertaining to Detention Under SAFE-T Act

The Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a pair of cases that test the authority of local courts to hold criminal suspects behind bars while they await trial. Supreme…


Thursday, September 12, 2024
Rep. Ugaste Receives NFIB’s Guardian of Small Business Award

Springfield, IL – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has presented State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) with its 2024 Guardian of Small Business Award (Guardian Award). NFIB’s Guardian Award…


Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Remembering 9/11 on Patriot Day

On Patriot Day, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11th. Let’s come together as one to honor the memories of those we lost and to support one…


Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Rep. Ugaste Visits with Residents at Heritage Woods of South Elgin

Thank you to Heritage Woods of South Elgin for a wonderful visit today. I enjoyed meeting with residents and talking with them about important issues impacting our community. Thank you…


Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Beware of Rising Threat of Investment Scams

A new study from the Better Business Bureau reports investment scams are on the rise, especially cryptocurrency and romance scams. Investment scams like crypto and romance are on the rise, BBB…


Monday, September 9, 2024
Eggs Recalled Due to Salmonella Outbreak

In addition to the label of “Milo’s Poultry Farms,” the contaminated eggs may have also been sold under the “Tony’s Fresh Market” label. Eggs sold in Illinois, other Midwest states…


Monday, September 9, 2024
IDNR to Accept Sealed Bids for Agricultural Lease Contracts

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will accept sealed bids this fall for about 30 agricultural lease contracts for crop years 2025-2029. IDNR announces bidding for 2025-2029 agricultural leases will begin…