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Saturday, April 6, 2024
Morel Mushrooms in High Demand

Unlike many other species of fungi in Illinois, morels are a sensitive variety of mushrooms that grow only during the spring months and only under the right conditions, meaning they…


Saturday, April 6, 2024
Majority Party Continues To Put Politics Before Helpful Legislative Priorities

While we were busy fighting to provide relief for working families, improve public safety, and fight health care worker shortages, Democrats prioritized a ban on kangaroo ownership.  Unfortunately, this is an all-too-common experience…


Friday, April 5, 2024
Chicago Museums Offering Free Admission

If you are looking for something to do this month, eight museums in Chicago are offering free admission days during April. Learn more from this article from NBC 5 Chicago:…


Friday, April 5, 2024
Be Prepared to Safely View Total Solar Eclipse

On Monday, April 8, Illinoisans will get to experience one of astronomy’s greatest marvels – a total solar eclipse. Before you enjoy the out-of-this-world spectacle, you’ll want to take a…


Thursday, April 4, 2024
Rep. Ugaste: Opportunity is a Wonderful Thing (Video)

Thursday, April 4, 2024
Spring Trout Fishing Season Opens Saturday

The 2024 Illinois spring trout fishing season opens this Saturday, April 6, at 58 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state. Find a full list of spring trout locations at…


Thursday, April 4, 2024
Reforms Needed For Prisoner Review Board

We must act with urgency to correct the failures of the Illinois Prisoner Review Board to protect crime victims, our communities, and all the citizens of Illinois. Read more from Capitol…


Tuesday, April 2, 2024
National Child Abuse Prevention Month

National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to bring awareness to this issue and to honor and uplift the survivors of child abuse and neglect. Knowing the signs, such…


Monday, April 1, 2024
Illinois’ Comedy History is No Joke

Though it may be April Fools’ Day, Illinois’ comedy history is no joke. Read more from the Caucus Blog: The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: No fooling: Illinois…


Monday, April 1, 2024
Happy Illinois State Trooper Day!

Thank you to our Illinois State Police for 102 years of “Integrity, Service, Pride.” Our dedicated state troopers work every day to keep Illinois communities safe and ensure the well-being…