CORRUPTIONMike Madigan, once Illinois’ most influential powerbroker, now faces federal corruption trial.  The former Illinois house speaker quietly wielded power in Springfield for decades while developing a reputation as a reclusive…

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to stand united against all forms of domestic violence. Let’s come together to break the silence, support survivors, and advocate for change. If…

This Fire Prevention Week, let’s all take concrete action towards eliminating the threat of fires in our homes and communities. Every small action is a step towards saving lives and…

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available for income-qualified households. This energy bill assistance program can assist with natural gas, propane, electricity bills and furnace assistance. Applications are…

It’s been more than a week since Hurricane Helene made landfall. It is now the fourth deadliest hurricane to make landfall in the U.S. mainland since 1950 and the deadliest…

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time to shine a light on the fight against breast cancer and to raise awareness about the importance of early detection. This month we…

When fall arrives and homes across America start filling with pumpkin pies and jack-o’-lanterns, chances are those pumpkins came from Illinois. Known as the nation’s pumpkin powerhouse, Illinois leads by…

Partisan working groups have become the favored form of policymaking for House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch since he took over as the presiding officer of the Illinois House of Representatives…

From the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR): The 2024 Illinois fall trout season will open Saturday, Oct. 19 at 60 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state. The early…

CRIMEAre we any safer one year after cash bail was abolished?  One year after Illinois became the first state in the nation to abolish cash bail, the consequences are clear—public safety…