Last week, members of my staff had the opportunity to attend a Manufacturer’s Breakfast presented by South Elgin High School and GCAMP (Greater Chicago Advanced Manufacturing Partnership). We learned about the…

Please consider participating in Senator DeWitte and Rep. Ugaste’s Food Drive and Shred Event Saturday, May 4, in St. Charles. This is a free event and will be held from…

Happy Earth Day! Today is a great reminder that we need to do the work to keep our planet healthy. You can get involved by recycling, cleaning up your local…

Don’t forget to keep an emergency kit stocked for severe weather and other hazards. Here’s what you should keep in your emergency preparedness kit. Ameren Illinois reminds people to restock…

Illinois is home to a number of culinary treasures, unique dishes, and delicious snacks. What is your favorite uniquely Illinois food? 15 Unique Illinois Foods You Should Try At Least…

State agency dysfunction continues to hurt Illinois residents. Professionals seeking medical licenses in Illinois are still facing delays because of IDFPR’s failure to modernize the licensing process. Illinois medical license…

April 20th is Volunteer Recognition Day. This day is a way to thank all the volunteers who have contributed their time and effort to make our communities a better place….

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) filed House Bill 5819 yesterday, with the legislation aimed at amending the Illinois Public Demonstrations Law. This bill creates stiffer penalties for…

Yesterday’s protests that blocked traffic to O’Hare International Airport were a reminder of how dangerous and life-threatening this activity can be. Lives are at stake when first responders are delayed…

State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) expects a bill to be filed soon establishing stiffer penalties for individuals who block traffic while protesting. Blocking traffic on busy interstates and freeways is…