On Monday I participated in a panel discussion in Champaign sponsored by the state retirement systems to discuss the current condition of Illinois’ pensions and the likelihood of fixing them.

Opposed to the Consolidation of the Transit Boards (RTA, CTA, Metra and Pace) The CTA carries $6.9 billion in debt. Compared to Metra’s $312 million debt and Pace’s $138million debt,…

Our underfunded state pensions are the biggest reason that Illinois is one of the highest taxed states in the country. I’m going to be part of a panel hosted by…

Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 10 AM to 4 PM Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of McHenry County’sdiversified family farms. There is no beginning or end of the tour,just choose…

Though National Food Bank Day, a day where we recognize the important work of Food Banks in every community to serve food insecure families, was on September 6th, every day…

All Illinois DMV locations across the state will change operating hours starting next week. Here’s what you should know.

Since 1995, IDOT has had a right of way through Glacial Park as one of the possible routes for the proposed expansion of Rt. 53. It’s been almost 30 years,…

Thank you to our presenter, Sonya Tompkins, from the Attorney General’s Office for a phenomenal presentation today! We hosted a Fraud Prevention seminar this morning to inform our residents on…

This National Food Bank Day, let’s come together to support those in our communities who face food insecurity. Any action to help a local food bank, such as donating or…

Hot Topic of the Week:  When you hear a candidate of the majority party running for a seat in the Illinois House say: “I am committed to listening to all…