Politics

“First responders deserve our support in their communities, our support in Springfield and Washington, and deserve to know we have their backs in improving public safety in Illinois,” said Haas.  #jackiehaas

“Bright Start was supposed to be Alexi Giannoulias’ shining achievement. Instead, the beleaguered fund, which lost more than $150 million through risky Oppenheimer investments, is radiating trouble for the Illinois State Treasurer and his Senate campaign.”

“Families all across the state are experiencing financial distress,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “The Illinois Family Relief Plan helps people work through those struggles by providing direct relief.” #patrickjoyce

The Southland Journal sent a series of FOIA requests to the Village of Robbins last week for a variety of records related to certain communications, meeting recordings, spending, employment, and grants/loans received #robbins #foia

Denise Williams is not eligible to sit on the VAC board as a Delegate from American Gold Star Mothers because they are ineligible to appoint delegates or alternates to a VAC board, according to state law. #DeniseWilliams

An informative discussion covered the topical issues of civic engagement in our community and beyond, as well as access to voting rights

"The charges brought against my son, Emil Jones III, do not reflect the man he is."

“I am honored to receive this appointment and thank Justice Carter and the Illinois Supreme Court for this opportunity,” McPherson said. “I look forward to serving the people of DuPage County.” #MiaMcPherson

“A vast majority of those arrested by the Orland Park Police Department due to violation of gun laws are convicted felons with prior arrests for unlawful use of a weapon,” said Rossi. “Many are found to be out on bond for similar charges. Unfortunately, we have grown accustomed to seeing our efforts wasted as offenders are released on little to no bond for their crimes.” “The upcoming SAFE-T act provision eliminating cash bond will only make matters worse, explained Rossi. “Our hope is to keep more illegally-possessed guns out of Orland Park by keeping the offenders who choose to bring them here in prison.” #OrlandPark

Devore’s record of standing up to the state on behalf of those without political power in Illinois draws a sharp contrast with his opponent, Kwame Raoul, who has refused to challenge any instances of public corruption in nearly 4 years. #TomDevore