This summer, many families are planning their trips across the country. But why leave Illinois when you can spend your summer enjoying the beauty, thrills, and educational opportunities our state…

When Dr. Anna Howard Shaw arrived in Springfield in the spring of 1919, her accomplishments in the cause of women’s suffrage were well known. A close friend of Susan B….

ST. CHARLES – Next week, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is hosting a Summer Constituent Coffee to speak with constituents and provide an update from Springfield. He is hosting this…

FENTANYL How much fentanyl crosses our southern border?  One of the most dangerous and deadly drugs pervading our nation currently is fentanyl. The flow of this powerful drug coming into…

ENERGY Lawmakers look to lift the ban on nuclear energy permits.  Illinois lawmakers worked to lift the 36-year-old ban on new nuclear energy construction permits this spring, with Senate Bill…

On July 4th, America celebrates the birth of our nation. Around the holiday, sadly, we often see an increase in impaired driving crashes. From 2017 to 2021, there were 1,460 drivers…

Kane County Fair – St. Charles Dates: July 12th – 16th Some events: Illinois State Pullers Professional Championship Bullriders and Cowgirls Demolition Derby Magic Show Petting Zoo Racing Pigs Carnival…

See photos from my terrific Outside Kids Fair from Saturday! Thank you to everyone who joined us and our terrific vendors who took the time to provide information, touch a…

Small businesses in Illinois face numerous financial challenges, including having to pay an annual franchise tax. The franchise tax is actually three separate taxes, all based on paid-in capital. Paid-in…

This week in District 65, I joined community leaders to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Fox River Water Reclamation District! The FRWRD has worked to manage our wastewater for…