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Tuesday, August 20, 2024
State Appeals Court Reverses Decision on High-Voltage Transmission Line

An appeals court has reversed state regulators’ approval of a permit for the Illinois portion of an 800-mile, high-voltage transmission line, setting up a possible fight at the state’s Supreme…


Monday, August 19, 2024
Tips For Saving Money on Back-to-School Needs

With sky-high inflation still impacting hard-working Illinois families and the new school year set to begin, it’s important to consider ways to save money. Learn more from the Caucus Blog: The…


Monday, August 19, 2024
Fox River Clean-Up Event in St. Charles September 21

Help me and the River Corridor Foundation of St. Charles clean up the Fox River on Saturday, September 21, at the foundation’s clean-up event! I am seeking volunteers to join…


Friday, August 16, 2024
Rep. Ugaste, Sen. DeWitte Participating in Diaper Drive

St Charles, IL— State Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles), State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva), and their offices are participating in a Diaper Drive to benefit not-for-profit groups in southern Kane…


Thursday, August 15, 2024
Rep. Ugaste, Sen. DeWitte Participating in Diaper Drive Organized By United Way

State Senator Don DeWitte’s office and my office are participating in a Diaper Drive to benefit not-for-profit groups in southern Kane and Kendall counties. This Diaper Drive has been organized…


Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Prescription Drug Drop Off in South Elgin a Big Success

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by my Prescription Drug Drop Off this morning in South Elgin.  We had a tremendous turnout to this successful event with the South…


Monday, August 12, 2024
Illinois State Parks Make List of Hidden Gems

Three Illinois state parks claimed a spot in HomeToGo’s top 50 destinations and hidden gems list. 3 Illinois state parks named among top hidden gems in US – NBC Chicago


Monday, August 12, 2024
Governor Signs 270 Bills Into Law

The Governor signed 270 bills into law on Friday. Here’s a look at how these new laws will affect you. Pritzker signs 270 bills impacting AI, digital driver’s licenses, property…


Monday, August 12, 2024
News From State Representative Dan Ugaste – August 12, 2024

CRIME Proposed Illinois law would cut all prison sentences in half: ‘Fair’ or ‘outrageous’?  A proposed bill could grant JoAnn Cunningham – who is serving 35 years for killing her 5-year-old son…


Saturday, August 10, 2024
Job Cuts Increasing as Wages Diminish in Illinois

If we reduce taxes and other burdens on both job creators and residents, we can make Illinois a place filled with opportunity. It’s time we turn Illinois into a destination…