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Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Halloween Spirit? Illinois Democrats Ponder ‘Very Scary’ Tax Hike Proposals with Veto Session Looming

Illinois families are already reeling from the nearly $1 billion in tax hikes shoved through by Democrats during the Spring Session in late May. And as Fall has descended upon…


Sunday, September 21, 2025
Recognizing Surgical Technologists Week

This Surgical Technologists Week (September 21-27, 2025), we honor the dedicated medical professionals who ensure the safety and success of surgical procedures. Surgical technologists serve as the surgeon’s co-pilot and…


Thursday, September 4, 2025
CGFA Report Contains Sobering News for IL Economic Outlook

The Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA) works with the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) and other State agencies to monitor the revenues that are coming into the State…


Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Rep. Spain Blasts Pritzker for Fake Outrage Over Gerrymandering

Today, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker suggested to reporters that the state might need to “counterbalance” Illinois’ congressional districts to be even more in favor of Democrats after reports that Texas…


Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Top Hikes with Kids in Illinois: Where Adventure Meets Family Fun

If you’re looking for a way to get the kids off the couch and into nature, hiking is a great way to unplug, stretch those legs, and make some unforgettable…


Friday, June 13, 2025
Rep. Spain Reacts to Madigan Being Sentenced for Corruption

Today, former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was sentenced to 7.5 years in prison, 3 years probation and a $2.5 million fine for his conviction on bribery and other corruption…


Sunday, June 1, 2025
Rep. Spain: Dem Budget Doubles Down on Decades of Failure

Following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Illinois budget, a $55.2 billion budget that increases state spending by $2 billion more than last year and includes $1 billion in…


Saturday, May 31, 2025
Rep. Spain Lauds Transformational Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

Speaking on the House floor in support of House Bill 1697, Rep. Ryan Spain called it a transformational piece of legislation that positions Illinois to lead the nation in prescription…


Saturday, May 31, 2025
Spain Lays Blame for IL Dysfunction on Democratic Supermajority

Late last night, while you were probably getting ready for bed, Illinois Democrats dropped the largest spending plan in state history, 3,000+ pages, with little more than 24 hours for…


Friday, May 30, 2025
Rep. Spain Reacts to Feds Sentencing Request for Madigan Corruption Conviction

Following the announcement that federal prosecutors are seeking to sentence former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan to 12 ½ years in prison and seek a $1.5 million fine for his…