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Bristow to Host Witness Slip Seminar to Help Residents Engage in Legislative Process

ALTON – In an effort to encourage local engagement in the legislative process, state Rep. Monica...

Illinois Policy Institute: Illinois Forward: Common-Sense Alternatives to the 'Fair Tax'

CHICAGO – Illinois could face a $3 billion budget deficit and $24.5 billion bill backlog by 202...

Be Smart When Clearing Old Man Winter’s Snow

The Midwest is still digging out of a major winter storm that hit in early January, with another storm...

Stay Safe During Cold Weather Workouts

The Midwest is getting hit with a blast of icy, cold weather. It may seem like a great time to hunker...

Take it Slow on the Ice: Walk Like a Penguin

Don’t let the ice have you slipping and sliding away. According to the National Safety Council...

OSF Heathcare Take the Cold to Heart, Study Shows Falling Temps Can Increase Risk of Heart Attack

Record breaking cold temperatures have settled upon much of the Midwest. These frigid conditions are...

Red Dress Parade Increases Heart Awareness

PEORIA - February is American Heart Month. It’s a time for millions to come together for a common...

Highlights from Illinois for Warren’s Come Out for Warren Happy Hour

Chicago – On Thursday, Illinois for Warren and Chicago for Warren/Chicago Pride for Warren...

Durbin, Duckworth Statement on Detection of PFAS Near Scott Air Force Base

U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL), Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee,...

Illinois for Warren to Open Evanston Field Office with U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky

Illinois for Warren will open its second field office on Tuesday with a celebration and organizing...

Duckworth, Cantwell Demand Answers Following Reports that Major Child Car Seat Manufacturer Lied about Safety Testing and Requirements

Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), the Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce, Science and...

Lane Restrictions For The Week Of February 17, 2020

Motorists should be aware of the following on-going closures: BOND COUNTY • IL 127 from...

Durbin, Duckworth Join Democratic Colleagues in Fighting to Protect People with Pre-Existing Conditions in FY21 Budget

U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today...

Davidsmeyer opposes FOID fingerprinting, higher fees for law-abiding gun owners

Springfield, IL…Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) called Illinois...

Gov. Pritzker Unveils Government Efficiencies Exceeding $225 Million in Upcoming Budget Year, $750 Million Over Next Three Years

Chicago — In a comprehensive effort to save taxpayer dollars while investing in efforts that buil...

Durbin, Senators Introduce Gun Safety Bill To Allow Preservation & Disclosure Of Federal Gun Data

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) joined Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) and U.S. Representative...

Illinois State Police Director Discusses Foid Revocation Enforcement One Year After Aurora Shooting

Springfield, IL – Today, Illinois State Police Director (ISP) Brendan F. Kelly joined by Division...

Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Call For Federal Government To Reimburse States, Cities For Coronavirus Efforts

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined Senator Dianne Feinstei...

Illinois State Police Announce The Use Of Roadside Safety Checks

Litchfield – Illinois State Police (ISP) District 18 Commander, Mark Gillock, announces the ISP...

Davis Announces $7.3M in FCC Rural Broadband Grants Awarded in IL-13

Washington, DC -- U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.) announced today that 8 counties in IL-13 are the beneficiarie...

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