CRIMINAL LAWFor judges and courts, right to ask defendant for cash bail will end within days in in Illinois. The State has set Monday, September 18, as the first day in which…

State Rep. Dave Severin attended this morning’s annual Mount Vernon Prayer Breakfast held at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts in Mt. Vernon.

Today we recognize the strength and courage of our servicemembers who were held prisoners of war and honor those who are still missing in action. May we always remember their…

Illinois families face growing consumer credit debt Total consumer debt increased by seven percent from 2021-2022, rising from $15.31 trillion to $16.38 trillion. Auto loans, credit cards, mortgages and personal loans saw…

Happy Truck Driver Appreciation Week to the men and women who keep our nation moving. Truck drivers take on this demanding and important job to safely deliver the goods and…

The Caucus Blog – An Incredible Coincidence or Divine Intervention? There have been many dark days in the history of the United States, with one of the worst being the terrorist…

The State Treasurer is holding more than 3.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner…

Illinois Manufacturers’ Association ‘Made in Illinois’ program keeps focus on what’s made here The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association hosts a yearly contest called ‘Makers Madness,’ which involves a bracket-style tournament in…

BENTON – State Rep. Dave Severin is thanking the hard working American laborer on this 2023 Labor Day. “Today we recognize the many contributions of American workers to the strength…

BENTON – State Rep. Dave Severin is reminding his constituents that today is International Bacon Day! Rep. Severin says whether you like your bacon soft, crispy or even a little…