FEB 5th – This afternoon, Illinois Democrats focused on passing five non-binding resolutions about the Trump administration instead of addressing real challenges like our state’s $3.2 billion budget deficit. As…

Had a wonderful evening at the Waterleaf Women’s Center – Evening of Hope Annual Fundraiser! Waterleaf is a lifeline for women facing unplanned pregnancies, offering free medical care, counseling, and…

ILLINOIS – Coyote mating season in Illinois occurs in late February and early March and is a time when they are more active and visible. Residents may notice increased movement…

USA – An analysis from Consumer Affairs found that raising a child in Illinois costs about $16,843 per year, making it the 18th most expensive state for child-rearing. This is…

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. His vision for equality, justice, and peace changed our nation and our world. Today and…

ILLINOIS – Thanks to legislation passed in the Illinois House of Representatives (HB4592) , Illinois residents will soon be able to access their driver’s licenses and state IDs through digital wallets. The change…

USA – Illinois residents who missed out on COVID stimulus payments in 2021 could automatically receive up to $1,400 from the IRS starting in late January, as part of a…

ILLINOIS – Public voting is open for the state flag committee until February 14th. All residents are encouraged to cast their votes here: https://www.ilsos.gov/special/IFC/home.html

USA – Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Human trafficking occurs everywhere, even in our own communities. Today, let us all take the time to learn more about the…

ILLINOIS – The Illinois House adopted its parliamentary rules for the 104th General Assembly on Tuesday, with all Republicans voting no. The Rules mirror closely the Rules used by former House…