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Gov. Rauner: Sahara Woods to be great off-road rider draw

CARRIER MILLS - A new project will make southern Illinois a destination for off-road riders, Gov. Rauner...

Durbin urges Trump's task force on apprenticeship expansion

WASHINGTON — During National Apprenticeship Week, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today pressed...

Durbin statement on new tax plan that strips health care from 13 million Americans

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement on...

Madison County Courthouse opens doors on Saturday

EDWARDSVILLE – For the second year in a row, the Madison County Courthouse in Edwardsville will...

Duckworth condemns confirmation of torture memo

WASHINGTON, DC — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) spoke at length on the...

Durbin statement on Secretary Zinke meeting

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today released the following statement after they...

IDNR warns landowners to check the value of their trees

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois forest landowners stand to be paid record-high prices for their mature...

Durbin: GOP tax plan will increase taxes for middle-income Americans

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today blasted Senate Republicans for...

Bill to level the playing field for Coffeen Power Plant heard in joint committee

LITCHFIELD - During Veto Session, a bill co-sponsored by State Representative Avery Bourne, House Bill...

Antibiotics – you don’t always need them

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is recognizing U.S. Antibiotic Awarenes...

During WashU Veterans Day keynote address, Duckworth underscores importance of continued service

ST. LOUIS, MO — Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) underscored the value o...

Gov. Rauner appoints Joseph Klinger to be acting director for IEMA

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. Bruce Rauner today announced that he has appointed Joseph G. Klinger as acting...

Durbin introduces legislation to make the VA smoke-free

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), joined by Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ed...

DCEO celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today marked...

Gov. Rauner commends Student Laureates honored by The Lincoln Academy

SPRINGFIELD — Outstanding students representing Illinois’ colleges and universities were...

Williamson County resident wins $650,000 in lottery prize

COLP, IL — Colp resident Michael Sherrill won $650,000 when his Lucky Day Lotto Quick Pick...

Gov. Rauner requests SBA assistance for flood victims in Lake, McHenry, Cook

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. Bruce Rauner is taking steps to ensure people and businesses in Lake County...

Gov. Rauner declares Nov. 12-18 Nurse Practitioner Week in Illinois

SPRINGFIELD — Recognizing their many contributions to the health of residents throughout the state...

Durbin warns against FCC efforts to rollback media ownership rules

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today spoke out against the Federal Communications...

Beiser helps enact new protections for student loan borrowers

ALTON - Continuing his efforts to protect consumers, state Rep. Dan Beiser, D-Alton, voted to override...

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