Dupage Policy Journal

Rep. Grant contends that forming an ethics commission falls short of 'comprehensive and meaningful reform'

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 17, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is demanding more from Democratic leaders on the issue of ethics reform.

GOP candidate Ives calls out congressional opponent Casten for driving 'Democratic Party over the cliff'

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 17, 2019

Congressional candidate Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) is blasting incumbent U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Downers Grove) over what she considers his extreme views on almost every issue.

Hois to meet with voters Nov. 19 at Downers Grove library

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 13, 2019

Republican House candidate Laura Hois will host a meet-and-greet with voters of the 81st District from 5:30-7 p.m Nov. 19 at the Downers Grove Public Library.

From Prairie State Wire

GOP-driven Manufacturer’s Purchase Credit to save $40 million in operations

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

Illinois House Republicans are intent on keeping the manufacturing industry positioned as one of the state’s largest economic drivers.

Sick days exemplify teachers union's unhealthy effect on Chicago, Ives says

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 12, 2019

Congressional candidate Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) points to the 244 available sick days Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) leaders were able to hammer out for members as part of their new contract agreement as a prime example of the extreme power the CTU possesses.

Rep. Grant hosts workshop for residents seeking U.S. citizenship

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 12, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) recently held a workshop to help legal permanent residents of her 42nd District take the next step toward completing the U.S. citizenship application process.

From Kendall County Times

Sen. Oberweis lands Lake County GOP endorsement in run for U.S. Rep. Underwood's seat

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

Veteran Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) has scored the endorsement of the Lake County Republicans for his run against U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville) in the 14th Congressional District.

Rep. Mazzochi to host mental health panel on social media's impact on teens

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 10, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) is set to host a Teens, Social Media and Mental Health Panel on Nov. 18 at the Westmont Public Library.

From Will County Gazette

Rep. Wehrli doing his part 'to rein in our own bad actors' amid wave of federal corruption probes

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

Republican House Assistant Leader Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) argues that only fundamental change in Springfield can set the state on a path to reform.

From Will County Gazette

Candidate Gradel calls out opponent Underwood for 'pandering to the most radical' Democrats

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

Illinois Republican congressional candidate Ted Gradel is blasting U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood’s (D-Naperville) vote to pursue impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump as a pure “power grab.”

From Kendall County Times

Sen. Oberweis speaks out against potential opponent Underwood's 'harmful' impeachment agenda

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) is blasting Democratic leaders over what he sees as their unfair handling of their ongoing impeachment probe of President Donald Trump.

Spate of corruption, bribery charges makes Illinois a 'punchline,' Rep. Grant says

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 8, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) sees the forced resignation of former state Rep. Luis Arroyo (D-Chicago) as just a small step toward cleaning up Springfield.

Ives earns Lake County GOP endorsement for 6th Congressional District run

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 8, 2019

Illinois congressional candidate Jeanne Ives has landed the endorsement of the Lake County Republican Central Committee (LCRCC) in her run against U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Downers Grove) in the 6th District.

Ives criticizes Rep. Casten’s attempts 'to nullify an election result he didn’t like'

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 8, 2019

Republican Congressional candidate Jeanne Ives is blasting U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Downers Grove) for the way he has joined his Democratic colleagues in moving forward with impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump.

Rep. Mazzochi to host free Health Insurance and Wellness Fair in Westmont

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 6, 2019

Residents of the 47th House District are being encouraged to take advantage of a free Health Insurance and Wellness Fair being hosted by state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) on Nov. 16.

From Prairie State Wire

Special Investigating Committee to determine political future of disgraced Democratic Rep. Arroyo

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

Illinois state Reps. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva), Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) and Margo McDermed (R-Mokena) have been named to a bipartisan Special Investigating Committee weighing the potential expulsion of Democratic colleague Rep. Luis Arroyo (D-Chicago).

Thomas More Society charges that Illinois' new abortion measure violates federal law

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 29, 2019

The Thomas More Society has filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for Civil Rights, charging that the state’s new abortion laws requiring all health care providers to cover the cost of abortions violates federal law.

Rep. Grant 'wholeheartedly supports' Illinois' Manufacturer's Purchase Credit plan

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 29, 2019

Illinois Republican lawmakers have formed a plan aimed at making it easier for manufacturers to operate and thrive across the state, with first-year state Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) among the most vocal supporters.

Rep. Mazzochi appointed to Illinois Childhood Cancer Board

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 29, 2019

First-term Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) has been installed on the Illinois Childhood Cancer Board, where she will be entrusted with making recommendations for pediatric cancer research grants supported by the state.

Rep. Wehrli joins Illinois Offshore Wind Energy Economic Development Policy Task Force

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 29, 2019

With a stated commitment of “moving Illinois toward more renewable and clean-energy sources,” Illinois state Rep. Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) has been appointed to the Illinois Offshore Wind Energy Economic Development Policy Task Force.