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Berlin: 'A judge, not the legislature, is in the best position to decide if pre-trial release for a defendant is appropriate.'

By Bree Gonzales | Sep 22, 2023

State’s Attorney Robert Berlin expressed concerns about the SAFE-T Act law, urging the General Assembly to amend it to allow judges more discretion.

Davis: 'Our county clerk here in DuPage County Jean Kaczmarek blacklisted me from working as a judge this year'

By Bree Gonzales | Oct 31, 2022

Activist Carol Davis is claiming DuPage County Clerk Jean Kaczmarek is preventing her from serving as an election judge.

Reboletti: 'The SAFE-T Act is the worst piece of criminal law ever passed in Illinois'

By Bree Gonzales | Oct 27, 2022

Dennis Reboletti, the Republican candidate for the state Senate 23rd District seat, seeks to repeal SAFE-T Act if elected.,

Illinois Fraternal Order of Police: 'We have in fact, officially endorsed the incumbent in the race, Justice Michael Burke'

By Bree Gonzales | Oct 26, 2022

The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) endorses Justice Michael Burke for Supreme Court after his opponent claimed otherwise.

Henshaw: ‘If you like the sexualization and brainwashing of our youth - by all means - vote Democrat’

By Bree Gonzales | Oct 26, 2022

Burr Ridge business owner Margot Henshaw is advocating for Black voters to consider voting Republican.

Reboletti on businesses leaving Illinois: 'When is enough, enough?'

By Bree Gonzales | Oct 13, 2022

Dennis Reboletti, State Senator candidate for the 23rd State Senate addresses concerns over continued major businesses leaving Illinois for better business climates.

Breakthrough Ideas: 'The Not So Safe Illinois SAFE-T Act Night of Q&A with The Experts happens Oct 13'

By Bree Gonzales | Oct 13, 2022

Breakthrough Ideas is hosting a town hall featuring prominent voices in law enforcement and in the community in Glenn Ellyn informing citizens of the consequences of the SAFE-T Act set to take effect on Jan. 1.

Lisle Township voters implored to vote against mental health referendum: 'The current Lisle Township tax rate is .0309, this new tax can be as high as .15'

By Bree Gonzales | Oct 4, 2022

Residents of Lisle Township are being warned against a mental health referendum that would see taxes hiked by 485 percent.

Stevens: ‘Safe-T Act’ is another example of House Democrats' false advertising’

By Bree Gonzales | Sep 16, 2022

Robert Stevens, Republican state representative candidate for House District 46, is warning constituents about the soon-to-be enacted Safe-T Act.

Janor: ‘They need to listen to the bi-partisan chorus of State’s Attorneys and correct their mistake’

By Bree Gonzales | Sep 15, 2022

State Representative House District 43 candidate Rich Janor argued that the state’s Democrats need to realize the mistake they made in passing the Safe-T Act and repeal the law before it takes effect on Jan. 1, 2023.

Bailey honored with Safe Suburbs PAC: 'When I am Governor, streets are safer for Illinoisans'

By Bree Gonzales | Sep 14, 2022

Pleased with his recent endorsement, Darren Bailey expressed his appreciation to Safe Suburbs PAC.

Bailey: 'This holiday weekend we are encouraged by thousands of supporters across the parades and festivals'

By Bree Gonzales | Sep 8, 2022

Gubernatorial candidate Sen. Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) greeted supporters in Naperville during its Labor Day commemorations.

Ives: ‘What are you getting in the education system for all your taxes?’

By Bree Gonzales | Sep 6, 2022

Jeanne Ives’ Breakthrough Ideas will host a town hall meeting Thursday, Sept. 15 focusing on the state’s education system.

Darien resident on Downers Grove Library: ‘This is a shameful disgrace. We are human beings too.’

By Bree Gonzales | Sep 6, 2022

Darien resident Noel Manley shared his disappointment with the Downers Grove Public Library (DGPL) Board for commencing board meetings with a “land acknowledgment” rather than the Pledge of Allegiance.

Adcock: ‘Naperville parents are understandably worried about the learning loss from virtual learning’

By Bree Gonzales | Aug 31, 2022

Awake Illinois Founder Shannon Adcock is highlighting recent reporting on poor academic achievement levels by this generation of elementary school students.

Drag Queen to show kids how to apply makeup at Indian Prairie Public Library: 'All genders welcome!'

By Bree Gonzales | Aug 31, 2022

A drag queen will instruct children and young adults ages 13 through 25 on how to apply makeup at an event planned at the Indian Prairie Public Library.

Newsome: ‘Can you please explain the purpose and intent of hosting a Drag Queen Bingo event in the DGPL?’

By Bree Gonzales | Aug 30, 2022

The Downers Grove Library is under fire after it scheduled a drag queen to perform for kids and hold a Drag Queen Bingo.

Pekau: ‘I would denounce a library introducing kids to straight sex by holding a burlesque show’

By Bree Gonzales | Aug 30, 2022

GOP candidate for Illinois 6th Congressional District Keith Pekau noted his disdain for a Downers Grove Public Library event.

Bailey: 'As a motorcycle rider myself, I was glad to share my campaign points at the DuKane ABATE Chapter forum'

By Bree Gonzales | Aug 26, 2022

Illinois for Governor candidate Darren Bailey reasserted his strong stand for motorcyclists at a forum in West Chicago.

Bailey: '177 kids have had to sleep on office floors because of the incompetence of the JB Pritzker Administration'

By Bree Gonzales | Aug 23, 2022

Disgusted about children neglected by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services who are under their care, the candidate for Illinois Governor Darren Bailey called out incumbent Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

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