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Illinois Chamber of Commerce endorses Demmer: 'Thrilled if it were Tom Demmer occupying' state treasurer's seat

By Zachary Richter | Nov 4, 2022

In a recent Facebook post, state Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) announced an endorsement from the Illinois Chamber of Commerce for his run to be the next state treasurer.

Sosnowski: 'A new 1.3 million square foot distribution center broke ground today'

By Zachary Richter | Aug 30, 2022

Rep. Joe Sosnowski announced that General Mills will open their facility in a year from now.

Machesney Park's Harlem High honors outstanding track and field athletes

By Zachary Richter | Jul 30, 2022

Three seniors from the Harlem High School (Machesney Park) track and field team were recognized at the school board meeting for their performances this year.

Keicher criticizes Pritzker's inaction: 'We still have done nothing in Illinois that will stop the tax increase'

By Zachary Richter | Jul 28, 2022

Rep. Jeff Keicher points out all the wrongs in Illinois, including the fact that the Pritzker administration is doing nothing to stop tax increases on jobs.

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Keicher: 'Stop by our traveling office hours in Hinckley'

By Zachary Richter | Jul 7, 2022

Rep. Jeff Keicher said the next stop for his traveling office will be Hinckley.

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Chesney: 'I am pleased with the Supreme Court's decision on Roe v. Wade'

By Zachary Richter | Jun 29, 2022

Rep. Andrew Chesney says he continues to defend life and thus supports the Supreme Court’s decision in the Roe v. Wade case.

Syverson: 'A heat advisory takes effect tomorrow'

By Zachary Richter | Jun 17, 2022

Sen. Syverson advises citizens not to bring their dogs out for errands because they will not be able to adopt so quickly to the change in temperatures.

Chesney: 'While it might not seem to be the case, not everything that occurs in our state’s Capitol is contentious'

By Zachary Richter | May 27, 2022

In a May 12 Facebook post, Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) pointed out that even though it might not seem like it, the Illinois General Assembly does work together to get things done.

Syverson: 'A special session is needed to address soaring gas prices'

By Zachary Richter | May 21, 2022

In a May 19 Facebook post, Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) called for a special legislative session to address rising gas prices.

Demmer claims Democrats are wasting federal dollars: 'There's no oversight, there's no check and there is no balance'

By Zachary Richter | May 18, 2022

Rep. Tom Demmer claims that Democrats have wasted away federal dollars on pork projects.

Anderson: 'The government shouldn't decide how to best spend your money'

By Zachary Richter | May 5, 2022

In an April 19 post on his website, Sen. Neil Anderson called out the fiscal year 2023 budget as full of 'election year gimmicks' and demanded more permanent solutions.

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Syverson: 'We're going to expand this coverage for undocumented ... when other groups are being told no'

By Zachary Richter | Apr 30, 2022

Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) says providing health insurance to otherwise ineligible noncitizens would provide an inducement for people to come to the country illegally for free healthcare funded by taxpayers.

Syverson: Democrats killing bill 'sends the message that their leaders are not serious about protecting the public'

By Zachary Richter | Apr 29, 2022

Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) says it's disappointing that Democrats in the House stopped a bill that would allow county officials charged with crimes to be placed on leave.

Demmer seeks to combine State Treasurer, Comptroller offices

By Zachary Richter | Mar 10, 2022

State Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) is trying again to combine the offices of the state treasurer and comptroller.

Chesney announces he'll run for Senate

By Zachary Richter | Jan 21, 2022

State Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) has announced his candidacy for Illinois State Senate District 45, after current Sen. Brian Stewart said he will not seek re-election

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