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Monday, November 4, 2024
Illinois Facing $3 Billion Budget Shortfall in FY 2026

The Governor and supermajority Democrats have spent taxpayer dollars recklessly, creating new state programs with temporary funds and relying on gimmicks to paint a rosy picture of Illinois finances. Illinois…


Monday, November 4, 2024
Illinois State Museum Reopens Today

The Illinois State Museum in Springfield will reopen today! Illinois State Museum reopening Nov. 4 | NPR Illinois


Sunday, November 3, 2024
Remember to Check Your Smoke Alarms Regularly

Don’t forget to test, inspect and replace any broken or expired smoke and CO alarms in your home regularly.  Don’t Forget to Check Those Smoke Detector Batteries – Effingham’s News…


Saturday, November 2, 2024
Don’t Forget to Turn Your Clocks Back Tonight

Daylight Saving Time ends tonight. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back an hour!


Friday, November 1, 2024
Madigan Trial a Reminder That Ethics Reforms are Needed

The Madigan trial is yet another reminder that Illinois needs comprehensive ethics reform to stop corruption in its tracks. House Republicans continue to fight for the necessary changes to hold…


Friday, November 1, 2024
Helpful Tips for a Smooth Voting Experience

Tuesday is Election Day and will be the last day for voters to cast their ballots for the 2024 General Election. Here are some tips to ensure a smooth voting…


Friday, November 1, 2024
National Family Literacy Day

On Family Literacy Day, we celebrate the power of reading books together. Reading can help us build bonds, create memories, and bring us closer together. Celebrate today by sharing the…


Friday, November 1, 2024
Rep. Ugaste Presented with ACTIVATOR ‘Friend of Agriculture’ Award

I was honored to be presented with the 2024 ACTIVATOR ‘Friend of Agriculture’ Award from the Illinois Farm Bureau today. Illinois farmers help put food on our tables and are…


Thursday, October 31, 2024
IDFPR Launches New Online Licensing System

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation launched its new online licensing system yesterday for the first set of IDFPR-licensed professionals (clinical psychologists, nail technicians, and music therapists).  IDFPR…


Thursday, October 31, 2024
Proposed Chicago Budget Could Cost Jobs and Residents

“Johnson’s broken promise and rising budget may cost Chicago much more than just higher property taxes – it could cost jobs and residents.” Johnson’s 2025 Chicago budget breaks property tax…