Non-traditional students pursuing vocational training could be eligible for a new scholarship program under a new law from State Senator Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) that was signed into law on Friday.

A measure that was signed into law will add an extra protection for victims of domestic violence, thanks to Des Plaines Democrat State Senator Laura Murphy.

Mussman Appointed to Property Tax Relief Task Force

State Representative Grant Wehrli will continue his “Wednesdays with Wehrli” community outreach program with an two-hour event to be held on Wednesday, August 14 at Quigley’s Irish Pub, 43 E. Jefferson Street in Naperville. Residents of Naperville and Warrenville are invited to meet with their State Representative between 4:00pm and 6:00pm to discuss the recent spring legislative session and any other topics of interest.

Continuing to advocate for the taxpayers of her District, state Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, is hosting an Addison Township Property Tax Assessment Seminar in partnership with Addison Township Assessor, Christopher Kain.

Legislation guaranteeing employment and healthcare rights to living organ donors sponsored by state Rep. Deb Conroy, D-Villa Park, herself a kidney donor, was signed into law last week.

In recognition of her continued efforts to find property tax relief for DuPage County homeowners, state Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D-Glen Ellyn, was recently appointed to the Property Tax Relief Task Force.

Hadas Teuscher donated $1,000 to Republican Robert Berlin's election campaign committee, Citizens for Bob Berlin, on Aug. 11, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

Tim Fendon donated $1,000 to Republican Robert Berlin's election campaign committee, Citizens for Bob Berlin, on Aug. 11, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

Walsh Promoting Cell Phones Drive to Help Deployed Illinois Service Members Call Home

State Rep. John Connor (D-85) on May 31 voted for legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-77) on May 31 voted for legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray (D-81) on May 31 voted for legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Michelle Mussman (D-56) on May 31 voted for legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Grant Wehrli (R-41) on May 31 voted against legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Amy Grant (R-42) on May 31 voted against legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Diane Pappas (D-45) on May 31 voted for legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Deb Conroy (D-46) on May 31 voted for legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Deanne M. Mazzochi (R-47) on May 31 voted against legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.

State Rep. Terra Costa Howard (D-48) on May 31 voted for legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois.