From Kane County Reporter
Sen. Oberweis on a mission to rein in government spending
Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis’ motivation for pledging his support for the Balanced Budget Amendment is as simple as it is sincere.
Rep. Mazzochi to file bill that would safeguard campaign funds for their intended purpose
Still in her first-term, Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) has seen enough to know that something has to change about the way campaign funds are used in Springfield.
Despite questions, Rep. Grant applauds colleague's drastic response to scourge of corruption
Illinois state Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is of the opinion that drastic measures must be taken in order to remove the cloud of corruption hanging over the state capital.
- Ives on AVR breach: People who knowingly voted illegally should be deported, plain and simple
- Chicago income tax would only drive more residents out, Sen. Oberweis cautions
- ILGOP Chairman Schneider demands action as non-citizens were registered to vote in 2018
- Burr Ridge tax restriction policy under proposed home rule government 'unenforceable,' attorney says
- Pritzker's 'fair tax' would cost typical DuPage family $3,500 and the state 286,000 jobs, report says
From Will County Gazette
From Prairie State Wire
Wehrli questions panelists at committee hearing on ethics about lobbying
State Rep. Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) questioned panelists during a joint committee hearing discussing ethics and lobbying reform on Wednesday.
Latest News
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 47: Mazzochi Seeks Relief for School Districts Facing Skyrocketing Unfunded Mandate Costs
State Representative Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) filed legislation to help school districts whose costs are rising from Illinois’ imposing unfunded mandates—which in turn drives local property tax increases.
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CITY OF WEST CHICAGO: Cultural Arts Commission Seeks Community Input
As cities across the country have learned, the addition of public art in communities offers many benefits.
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NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT: Police Investigating Attempted Armed Robbery
On Thursday, January 16th at approximately 12:10 p.m., Naperville Police Department officers responded to the area of Olympus Drive and Tupelo Avenue for the report of an armed robbery that just occurred.
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CITY OF ELMHURST: Pull to the Right for Sirens and Flashing Lights
Illinois law requires motorists to pull to the right--off the road if possible--and stop until emergency vehicles have passed.
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From North Cook News
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 28: Murphy congratulates new Senate President Don Harmon
State Senator Laura Murphy (D-Des Plaines) congratulated new Senate President Don Harmon.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 21: Ellman urges local fire departments to apply for grant
State Senator Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) is pleased to announce that the Office of the State Fire Marshal is now accepting applications for the state's Small Equipment Grant program.
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BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2: PROJECT HELP: Active Parenting for Pre-Teens & Teenagers program to be offer this winter
Parenting teens doesn’t have to be a stressful part of life!
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 41: Rep. Wehrli to Host ‘Addressing Corruption’ Town Hall on Jan. 23
As Illinois continues to be plagued by ever worsening allegations of public corruption, State Representative Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) is inviting residents to join him for a discussion about Illinois’ ethics laws and solutions to address public corruption in the state.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 47: Rep. Mazzochi to File Legislation Barring Lawmakers from Using Campaign Funds on Legal Fees
State Representative Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) announced her intention to file legislation forbidding lawmakers from dipping into their campaign donations to pay legal fees they accumulate due to unethical behavior.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 45: Pappas Gears Up to Host Small Business Advisory Panel, Invites Local Job Creators to Join
State Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, will be hosting a Small Business Advisory Committee to discuss issues directly impacting small business owners in her district on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Bloomingdale Public Library, located at 101 Fairfield Way in Bloomingdale.
