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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…


Friday, December 6, 2024
IDNR Announces Reduction in Pheasant Hunting Permits

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has announced a reduction in permits for controlled pheasant hunting for the 2024 season. Illinois announces reduction in controlled pheasant-hunting permits | OurQuadCities


Friday, December 6, 2024
Appeals Court Keeps Gun Ban in Place

Democrats’ firearms ban will remain in place for now pending a ruling from a federal appeals court. Appeals court keep Illinois’ gun ban in place as case proceeds | Illinois…


Friday, December 6, 2024
National Miners Day

On National Miners Day, we recognize the hard-working men and women who have dedicated their lives to the vital industry of mining. Today, we must all celebrate and honor the…


Thursday, December 5, 2024
National Human Rights Month

This month, we reflect and celebrate National Human Rights Month. This is a time to recommit ourselves to the continued pursuit of ensuring all people are treated with dignity, equality,…


Thursday, December 5, 2024
Madigan Federal Corruption Trial Update

Yesterday, jurors in the Madigan corruption trial saw evidence of the former Speaker’s influence throughout state government.  Mike Madigan’s influence on Illinois state board appointments explored in federal corruption trial…


Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Cookies are a Sweet Holiday Tradition

Cookies are a holiday staple for many Illinois families so as the festive season approaches, we’d like to celebrate National Cookie Day with a quick history of the holiday cookie….


Wednesday, December 4, 2024
State Watchdog: $7.2M in Fraudulent PPP Claims Made by State Employees

A state watchdog has found $7.2 million in fraudulent PPP claims made by Illinois state employees. Ongoing investigation has identified more than 275 cases of wrongdoing