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Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Finalists For New State Flag Design Revealed

The Illinois Flag Commission has announced the top 10 finalists for the new state flag design competition. Starting in January, the public will be able to weigh in on their…


Wednesday, December 11, 2024
New Laws Take Effect January 1

Each year, hundreds of new state laws go into effect. Here are some of the laws you should know about heading into 2025. These new Illinois laws are going into…


Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Future Energy Needs Must Be Addressed

As coal plants shut down, the urgency to fill that void has led to an over-reliance on battery solutions which cannot provide the consistent power necessary to maintain grid stability….


Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Poor Policies and High Taxes Continue to Drive Out Residents and Businesses From Illinois

If we keep doing the same thing, we are going to keep getting the same results. High taxes and poor public policies have pushed residents and businesses away from Illinois…


Tuesday, December 10, 2024
On This Day in History…In Recognition of Jane Addams

On this day in 1931, Illinoisan Jane Addams became the first American Woman to earn the Nobel Peace Prize.


Monday, December 9, 2024
Researchers Exploring New Phase of Spaced-Based Manufacturing

Illinois researchers are kicking off new phase of program to explore space-based manufacturing. Illinois researchers to kick off new phase of program to explore space-based manufacturing | Illinois


Monday, December 9, 2024
National Christmas Card Day

It’s Christmas Card Day! Let’s remember to spread holiday cheer to those who matter most this year. Sharing a Christmas card with others is a small gesture that can help…


Saturday, December 7, 2024
Illinois Day

Happy Illinois Day! Today, we celebrate the history, people, and communities that make the Land of Lincoln great. 


Saturday, December 7, 2024
Rep. Ugaste Honors Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we honor and remember the lives lost during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. This day serves as a reminder of the sacrifice and…


Friday, December 6, 2024
Illinois Listed as Top 15 State with Tight-Knit Communities

Illinois is full of amazing individuals and communities that make our state a wonderful place to call home. We can build an even brighter future for Illinois families by growing…