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Friday, October 27, 2023
National Civics Day

This National Civics Day we are reminded of the duty we all have to learn about our government and take part in the process. Thank you to all our teachers,…


Friday, October 27, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Pandemic Fraud Rampant in Chicago

Hundreds of Chicago Municipal Employees Being Investigated for COVID Relief Fraud More than 1,000 federal COVID-19 relief loans for struggling businesses went to city of Chicago employees. And while the…


Thursday, October 26, 2023
Severin Joins Meier, Activists Supporting Developmentally Disabled Community Employees

SPRINGFIELD – “My Work, My Choice.” That was the message that members of the developmental disability community and their supporters brought to a Springfield Capitol news conference on Wednesday of this…


Thursday, October 26, 2023
National Day of the Deployed

God bless all those serving overseas this National Day of the Deployed. Let us honor our nation’s heroes and recognize the sacrifices of our servicemembers and their loved ones during…


Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Rep. Severin Welcomes Special “Pages for a Day” to the State Capitol

Monday, October 23, 2023
The Caucus Blog – SAFE-T Act Exacerbates Public Defender Shortage in Illinois

The controversial abolishment of cash bail in Illinois is having far-reaching affects already, with the majority of Illinois’ 102 counties facing disparate resource challenges. By law (which hasn’t been updated…


Monday, October 23, 2023
Rep. Severin Marks Red Ribbon Week – Say no to drugs!

Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. During Red Ribbon Week, youth and adults around the nation pledge to increase their knowledge by learning more about…


Friday, October 20, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Ethics Reforms Needed Now!

Weiss Sentenced to 5 ½ Years For Bribery Scheme A federal judge ruled on October 11 that corrupt businessman James T. Weiss will serve 5 ½ years behind bars for…


Friday, October 20, 2023
Rep. Severin Marks Principal Appreciation Day

Thank you to our Illinois principals for all that they do to keep our schools running smoothly for students, teachers, and staff. Happy Principal Appreciation Day to these amazing individuals!


Wednesday, October 18, 2023
2024 ALPLM Junior Historian Art Contest

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum’s annual art contest is open to all Illinois K-12 students. The theme for the 2024 ALPLM Junior Historian Art Contest is “I Wonder…”…