Rep. Rita noted his dedication comes from seeing the importance of park districts to his family and the communities he represents, as a father, grandfather and elected official. #parkdistrict
When a conflict arises between the responsibilities of two public offices, it is not merely a private matter—it is a public conflict that cannot be resolved through recusal alone... #compatibility #elected
The event also included a powerful discussion on the state of energy in Illinois and the nation, highlighting the challenges and opportunities within the sector. #awards
“To be clear, the ICC's decision is not a green light for Peoples' Gas to return to business as usual. It is Peoples' and any utility's responsibility to safely maintain the infrastructure needed to run its system. However, these projects cannot come at unreasonable or unjustifiable costs to customers,” said Acting ICC Chairman Doug Scott. #gas
On Wednesday, February 26, at noon, advocates, community leaders, and human service workers will gather in the rotunda of the Capitol Building in Springfield, Illinois, for a pivotal rally and press conference. #coalition
“During the winter months we see an increase in home fires caused by heating deceives or malfunctioning heating equipment,” said Illinois State Fire Marshal James A. Rivera. “This is why it is so important for people to test and inspect all smoke alarms monthly, review and practice their fire escape plans, and follow manufactures instructions on all home heating devices.” #fire
Earlier this month, SVU Investigators posted an advertisement on a website known for hosting commercial sex-related ads. While posing as a 16-year-old individual, they were contacted by Gregory White, of the 300 block of Dee Road in North Aurora, who engaged in explicit conversations via text messages over the course of several days. #felonies