Tips For Keeping Those New Year’s Resolutions A New Year’s resolution is a yearly tradition in which a person resolves to continue good practices, change an undesired trait or behavior, accomplish a…

Human trafficking and slavery are billion-dollar industries that currently trap nearly 27 million people worldwide. This month let us remember how prevalent this issue is, even in our own communities,…

Wishing you, your family, friends, and loved ones near and far a safe, happy and prosperous New Year! Happy 2024!

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…

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…