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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Social Media, AI, and Staying Safe Online

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a hot topic of discussion across the world. What once started as programs made for basic functions, such as a simple yes or no prediction…


Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Learn More this Fentanyl Awareness Day

I’m proud to recognize the second annual National Fentanyl Awareness Day. This day is to raise public awareness about an urgent problem: people are dying at alarming rates due to…


Monday, May 8, 2023
PHOTOS: Rep. Stephens Electronics Recycling, Prescription Drug Drop Off, & Shred Event

Friday, May 5, 2023
Choose Chicago: 7 Wine Tastings and Experiences around Chicago

Read the full blog post online here! No matter what kind of wine experience you’re looking for, there’s something perfect waiting for you here in Chicago! From classes led by…


Monday, May 1, 2023
Rep. Stephens May 2023 Legislative Update

Hello and happy spring! We are in the final stretch of our spring 2023 legislative session, which will adjourn on Friday, May 19th. Please be sure to reach out to…


Monday, May 1, 2023
House Republican Truth in Public Safety Working Group Unveils New Legislation

The House Republican Truth in Public Safety (TIPS) Working Group introduced a series of measures designed to balance the rights of the accused while ensuring the safety of the public….


Saturday, April 29, 2023
Illinois Gaming Board Approves Plans by Hollywood Casinos to Move Their Aurora, Joliet Casino Locations

Hollywood Aurora and Hollywood Joliet are located on the banks of the Fox River, physically distant from a limited-access highway. Although these operations are now land-based casino complexes, they had…


Thursday, April 27, 2023
IDOT, Illinois State Police and others urge caution in work zones

IDOT, along with Illinois State Police, Illinois Tollway, Missouri Department of Transportation, industry partners and frontline construction workers joined forces at events across Illinois during National Work Zone Awareness Week…


Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Rep. Stephens Oceans of Possibilities 2023 Summer Reading Program

This summer, State Rep. Brad Stephens is bringing back his summer reading program. He invites 20th District K-5th graders to dive into the “Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program.” The…


Wednesday, April 19, 2023
INFRASTRUCTURE UPDATE: Touhy Avenue closing at rail crossing April 20

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that repairs by the Union Pacific Railroad to a crossing on Touhy Avenue (Illinois 72), between Elmhurst and Mount Prospect roads in Des Plaines,…