Springfield – The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) was notified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) of two grant opportunities available to non-profit organizations…

Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and appreciating trees for future generations. Trees are not only a beautiful part of nature, but they also provide critical materials and…

My prayers are with the Chicago Police Department and the loved ones of Officer Luis Huesca. Our deepest condolences to his family and all who knew him. Off-duty Chicago Police…

State agency dysfunction continues to hurt Illinois residents. Professionals seeking medical licenses in Illinois are STILL facing delays because IDFPR is failing to modernize the licensing process. https://www.wcbu.org/local-news/2024-04-18/illinois-medical-license-system-still-plagued-with-delays

Mayor Arlene Jezierny and I are set to host our annual 2024 Children’s Safety Expo! Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. We…

April 14-20, 2024! National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week honors public safety telecommunicators for their commitment and dedication. Public safety telecommunicators work around the clock to ensure the safety of our…

Two periodical cicada broods, which haven’t emerged simultaneously in more than 220 years, will rise from the ground as early as this month. https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/when-are-the-2024-cicadas-coming-and-how-long-will-the-emergence-last-in-illinois/3406807

Happy National Library Workers Day to all the incredible library staff who work to keep our libraries running. From assisting with research to recommending books, library staff are a valuable…

CPS encourages families, caregivers, and community organizations to attend upcoming application webinars CHICAGO—The School Year 2024-25 application opens Tuesday, April 9 for Chicago Public School’s (CPS) free full-day preschool program…