New laws taking effect in 2024 In 2024, Illinoisans will see more than 300 new laws take effect. Here are few notable new laws: Rep. Meier – Long-Term Care Ombudsman…

GENERAL ASSEMBLY CORRUPTION Corruption allegations swirled around Alderman/Ward Committeeman Burke for decades. Perhaps because of partisan party loyalties, a string of Cook County State’s Attorneys turned a blind eye to…

On December 15th, 1791, the United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, which included the first 10 amendments in the U.S. Constitution. These amendments are the bedrock of…

BENTON/MT. VERNON – State Representative Dave Severin has announced his 3rd annual Backpacks for Buddies and Stuff the Backpacks holiday donation drive to benefit minors placed in emergency foster care and…

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on this day in 1941. We will always remember those who were…

On December 1st, 1820, Vandalia was declared the capital of Illinois by an act of the General Assembly. State government would meet in Vandalia for 17 years before permanently relocating…

Blood donors give From the Heart This Holiday Season 13.6 million units of blood are collected annually in the United States. Each donation can save up to three lives. In…

How to Prepare your Home for Winter Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather. The climate encapsulates all four seasons in Illinois, and…

Small Businesses are the backbone of local economies. This Small Business Saturday be sure to shop local and support the small businesses that make our communities thrive!