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Friday, February 3, 2023
2023 Illinois Makers Madness Begins

The Illinois Manufacturers Association, in partnership with Comcast Business, has opened its 4th Annual Makers Madness contest. Makers Madness is an online contest highlighting Illinois manufacturers and the many wonderful…


Friday, January 27, 2023
Study warns parents to keep edibles away from children

A new study in the journal of Pediactics urges healthcare providers to be prepared to treat a growing number of children who are accidentally ingesting edible cannabis. It also serves as a…


Saturday, January 21, 2023
Legislative Update- January 21, 2023

FIREARMS Lawsuits filed against Illinois’ new gun ban law.  Beginning on Friday, January 13, opponents of the new law to ban some commonly used firearms in Illinois have filed lawsuits in State…


Friday, January 20, 2023
FAQs from Illinois State Police about sales & manufacturing ban for some firearms

Since enactment of the recent sales and manufacturing ban for dozens of commonly used firearms in Illinois, the Illinois State Police has constructed a website to address frequently asked questions…


Saturday, January 14, 2023
Legislative Update- January 14, 2023

103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY Illinois House convenes for inauguration, with House Republicans electing new Leader Tony McCombie.  The inauguration of the Illinois House of Representatives for the 103rd General Assembly took place Wednesday…


Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Rep. Ryan Spain takes oath of office for 103rd General Assembly

State Representative Ryan Spain was sworn in to his fourth term in the Illinois House of Representatives on Wednesday during the inauguration of the 103rd General Assembly. “I am honored…


Friday, January 6, 2023
VIDEO: Rep. Ryan Spain speaks in support of Voter ID in face of IL Democrats weakening election integrity

Sunday, January 1, 2023
Happy New Year!

January 1 is among the most celebrated public holidays in the world, often observed with fireworks at the stroke of midnight following New Year’s Eve as the new year starts…


Saturday, December 17, 2022
Legislative Update- December 17, 2022

CRIMINAL LAW SAFE-T Act faces courtroom test. The controversial law is set for implementation on Sunday, January 1. Prior to that date, the constitutionality of the new law will face a…


Monday, December 12, 2022
Legislative Update- December 12, 2022

December 12, 2022BUDGET CGFA reports on November 2022 State budget revenues.  The Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA) released its “November 2022 Monthly Briefing” on Friday, December 2. Inflationary…