Monthly Archives: August, 2025

Small business owner Ryan Garrett said the effects are already being felt. His Villa Grove bar and restaurant recently received a utility bill that was $1,000 higher than usual. #energy

“We believe that supporting the mental health and well-being of our students and employees is essential to their success. #mentalhealth

The indictment alleges that the defendants defrauded lenders and the U.S. Small Business Administration of millions of dollars in PPP loans and EIDL funds. #fraud

Parker was elected in November 2024 in an abbreviated campaign prompted by the resignation of  former Will County Clerk Lauren Staley-Ferry. #election

“I’m deeply honored to have earned the endorsement of two true giants – former Secretary of State Jesse White and former Congressman Reverend Bobby Rush – in my campaign for the United States Senate." #endorsement

The IEC Public Service Award highlights individuals who have made significant contributions to the electric cooperative movement and have shown exceptional dedication to public service. #award

This amendment aimed to ensure equitable access to reproductive health services, particularly in light of attacks on abortion rights at the federal and state level across the country. #abortion

In an effort to prevent a quorum in the Texas Legislature and delay important votes, Texas Democratic lawmakers are hiding out in Illinois at the invitation of Gov. JB Pritzker. #texas

“The people of Illinois deserve quality healthcare from real, qualified professionals and not computer programs that pull information from all corners of the internet to generate responses that harm patients,” said IDFPR Secretary Mario Treto, Jr. #ai

“I’m proud to stand with the courageous Texas Democrats who have come to Illinois to break quorum and stop this assault on voting rights." #support