Growing Costs of Non-Citizens on Illinois Taxpayers The cost of providing services to undocumented immigrants and asylum seekers is costing Illinois taxpayers an estimated $2.84 billion since July 1, 2022….

Happy National Library Workers Day to all the incredible library staff who work to keep our libraries running. From assisting with research to recommending books, library staff are a valuable…

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day honors the brave men and women who have endured captivity in war. These individuals have shown incredible bravery and perseverance during a time…

Cashless Bail Fails: six months of diminished public safety Six months after the full implementation of the cashless bail, and other provisions, of the Illinois SAFE-T Act, Illinois residents are…

Gold Star Spouses Day honors the spouses of military members who died in service to our nation. Today we must remember the sacrifices made by the spouses and families who…

Illinoisans value good morels – The Caucus Blog For some, the beginning of spring signifies the arrival of new foliage, the start of baseball season, or even just warmer weather….

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…

School librarians work hard to assist students with finding resources and creating a welcoming learning environment for everyone. On National School Librarian Day, make sure to thank your school librarian…

There are nearly 1.6 million military children in America. Month of the Military Child honors, supports, and celebrates military children and their families.