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Winnebago County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

Municipal officials in Winnebago County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

By Rockford Sun | Mar 27, 2025

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State Rep. Cabello: Pritzker 'needs to resign' after calling Republicans 'Nazis'

State Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) said "Gov. J.B. Pritkzer's (D) 'needs to resign' after using the term "Nazis" to describe supporters of President Donald Trump (R)."

By Rockford Sun | Feb 26, 2025

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State Rep. Sosnowski on budget address: Gov. Pritzker 'proposed $590 million in new taxes, transfers, and other budget gimmicks'

By Rockford Sun | Feb 24, 2025

Joe Sosnowski, representing Illinois' 69th House District, expressed concerns regarding Governor J.B. Pritzker's budget address.

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Rep. Cabello on Madigan conviction: ‘Illinois has long been a hotspot of government corruption and crooked politicians’

By Rockford Sun reports | Feb 13, 2025

In the wake of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s conviction on corruption charges, State Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) is renewing his call for ethics reforms in state government.

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State Rep. Sosnowski on freedom to homeschool: 'Parents deserve the right to make their own decisions'

By Rockford Sun | Feb 13, 2025

Illinois State Representative Joe Sosnowski has expressed strong support for homeschooling rights, emphasizing the need to halt intrusive mandates and punitive measures against families opting for this educational path.

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Dave Syverson, Chairman of Boone County Republicans: 'Trump has proven he sparks growth in our communities'

By Rockford Sun | Jan 28, 2025

Boone County Republicans Chairman Dave Syverson said that Stellantis' decision to create 1,500 jobs in Illinois underscores former President Donald Trump's influence in promoting economic growth in communities such as Boone County.

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Sen Dave Syverson: 'When we are called back to Springfield on January 2, 2025, we will enter what is called a "lame duck" session'

By Rockford Sun | Dec 20, 2024

State Senator Dave Syverson announced that the legislature would reconvene for a lame duck session starting January 2, 2025.

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State Representative Joe Sosnowski: 'Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather'

By Rockford Sun | Dec 4, 2024

State Representative Joe Sosnowski has urged Illinois residents to prepare for impending weather changes.

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LaHood: 'Congratulations to my friend Elise Stefanik on being nominated to serve as the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations'

By Rockford Sun | Nov 22, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood expressed his support for the appointment of U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik as an ambassador in a Facebook post dated November 18.

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State Representative Joe Sosnowski: 'We need less spending and less taxes!'

By Rockford Sun | Nov 15, 2024

State Representative Joe Sosnowski expressed his views on Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's decision not to increase taxes in a Facebook post dated November 14.

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Illinois 11th Congressional District candidate: 'Thank you'

By Rockford Sun | Nov 13, 2024

Jerry Evans, a candidate for Illinois' 11th Congressional District, acknowledged the election results in a Facebook post on November 6, expressing gratitude with a simple "Thank you."

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Illinois' 11th Congressional District candidate: 'Every penny counts!'

By Rockford Sun | Oct 13, 2024

Illinois' 11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans has urged constituents to contribute to hurricane relief efforts. In an October 10 Facebook post, he said, "Tens of thousands of our citizens are reeling after the catastrophic destruction of Hurricane Milton."

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State Rep. Joe Sosnowski: 'Inflation has cooled to around 2.5%, but you may not be seeing much relief yet at the grocery store'

By Rockford Sun | Sep 27, 2024

State Representative Joe Sosnowski addressed inflation and its impact on constituents in a Facebook post dated September 26. "Inflation has cooled to around 2.5% but you may not be seeing much relief yet at the grocery store as costs for certain items continue to surge," he said.

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U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood: 'I'm proud to see my Supporting America's Children and Families Act pass the House!'

By Rockford Sun | Sep 20, 2024

Congressman Darin LaHood celebrated the passage of his legislation, stating, "This first-in-a-generation reauthorization and reform of Title IV-B programs will expand evidence-based services to prevent child abuse and save taxpayers money," in a Sept. 18 Facebook post.

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11th Congressional District candidate Evans: ‘Close the border, ensure that prosecutors are not committing prosecutorial misconduct’

By North Cook News reports | 7 months ago

11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans is criticizing the federal government’s handling of crime and immigration issues, spotlighting what he describes as a severe oversight impacting communities across Illinois.

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11th Congressional District candidate Evans: ‘It’s heartbreaking to see protesters openly supporting violence’

By Kane County Reporter reports | 7 months ago

11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans is condemning displays of antisemitism and violence by protesters near the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago.

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Illinois Eleventh Congressional District candidate: 'Today Kimberly Cheatle announced her resignation as the United States Secret Service Director'

By Rockford Sun | Jul 27, 2024

Illinois 11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans commented on the resignation of Kimberly Cheatle, saying, "This is the right decision - especially given the recent failures of the Secret Service, and Cheatle’s lack of willingness to answer important questions to members of Congress." He made the statement in a July 23 Facebook post.

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Rep. Joe Sosnowski: 'Michael McClain's lawyers want him tried separately from ex-House Speaker Madigan'

By Rockford Sun | Jul 23, 2024

Rep. Joe Sosnowski provided an update on the trial of Michael McClain, a confidant of former House Speaker Michael Madigan. Sosnowski stated that McClain "is set to go on trial with him on Oct. 8, on racketeering, bribery, fraud, and attempted extortion charges, but his lawyers argue that Madigan's apparent defense strategy involves blaming McClain." He made this statement in a July 22 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep. LaHood: 'Illinois ranks last in economic health'

By Rockford Sun | Jul 13, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood stated, "it is past time to restore fiscal sanity in Illinois" after highlighting the state's economic health ranking. He made this statement in a July 8 Facebook post.

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Illinois 11th Congressional District candidate: ‘Lately, there’s been an increase of horrific crimes, being committed by illegal imigrants'

By Rockford Sun | Jun 28, 2024

Illinois 11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans has emphasized the need for border security in a recent statement. "It's time we secure the border and start protecting American citizens," he said, adding that he would fight to secure the border if elected to Congress. Evans made this statement in a June 22 Facebook post.