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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Cook County Treasurer Releases New Guide on Illinois Property Tax System, How Property Owners Can Save Money

In an effort to bring transparency to the complex property tax system, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas on Wednesday released an easy-to-understand property tax guide that explains the ins and…


Monday, August 7, 2023
Stephens Summer Scenes: Ohio River Spots

Golconda Marina Located in the southeastern portion of Pope County on a scenic stretch of the Ohio River, this 274-acre site is a full-service marina with 206 slips. This is…


Friday, August 4, 2023
DEADLINE TODAY: Cook County Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Renewal Filing

Senior homeowners are eligible for this exemption if they are over 65 years of age and have a total household annual income of $65,000 or less in the 2021 calendar…


Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Rep. Stephens August 2023 Legislative Update

We are in the middle of a beautiful summer in the 20th District! I hope you’re enjoying your summers, whether you’re with your kids on break or switching your coffee…


Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Stephens Summer Scenes: Adventure in Metro East

Illinois Caverns About 35 miles south of St. Louis, Illinois Caverns is the only cave that has been operated commercially in Illinois. This contains an extensive array of spectacular cave…


Monday, July 31, 2023
Rep. Stephens 20th District Small Business Spotlight

Rep. Stephens is hosting a monthly Small Business Spotlight for 20th District small businesses! He encourages individuals or organizations to nominate their favorite 20th District small business. A map of…


Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Your Illinois State Fair Guide

The Illinois State Fair has been celebrated nearly every year since 1953. Packed with activities and attractions the whole family will enjoy, the fair is a calendar highlight not to…


Wednesday, July 26, 2023
THIS FRIDAY: Car Seat Safety Check

Join us FRIDAY at my district office parking lot for a Car Seat Safety Check. We will be at my office’s parking lot from 10 AM – Noon (5515 N. East River Rd., Chicago). Appointments are…


Tuesday, July 25, 2023
CTA’s 2023 Holiday Food Program Accepting Requests from Non-For-Profit Organizations

The CTA’s 2023 Holiday Food Program is accepting requests from non-for-profit organizations that serve the homeless community and/or low-income individuals. All organizations interested in being considered to receive a donation of…


Monday, July 24, 2023
Stephens Summer Scenes: On the Mississippi

Mississippi Palisades State Park Read more from Fresh Air Friendship! Located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Apple Rivers in northwestern Illinois, the 2,500 acre Mississippi Palisades State Park…