The estimated cost for Illinois to continue providing health care coverage to noncitizens who are otherwise ineligible for Medicaid benefits has been revised upward to $1.1 billion for the upcoming…

This Week in Springfield:  Legislative Update:  The Illinois House was in Springfield for legislative session this week from Tuesday through Thursday.  With just ten days of legislative session in Springfield…

This morning we paid tribute to Illinois’ fallen heroes and their families during the Illinois Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony in Springfield. May their sacrifice never be forgotten. Here is more…

The Treasurer’s Office is accepting electronic submissions for the Cream of the Crop Photo Contest at www.CreamoftheCropContest.com. Top photographs will be chosen in three age-based categories: ages 8‑10, 11‑14 and…

Rep. Reick visited the Family Health Partnership Clinic in Crystal Lake to meet with Suzanne Hoban, Executive Director. This organization serves people who are not insured. The Family Health Partnership…

Child abuse often goes unnoticed because people may not recognize the warning signs, or they decide it’s none of their business. However, turning a blind eye to child abuse only…

The Illinois National Guard is celebrating its 300th year by commemorating significant dates in its history with communities across the state.https://www.effinghamdailynews.com/news/local_news/illinois-national-guard-celebrates-300th-year-in-2023/article_64bf953a-e2c6-11ed-8a90-cb528946b44e.html

This Week in Springfield:  Legislative Update:  The Illinois House was away from Springfield for the first two weeks of April but reconvened last week from Tuesday through Thursday.  With just…

In 2020, 857 people were killed and more than 44,000 were injured in work zone crashes. You can stay safe while traveling through work zones by following a few tips:…