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Thursday, July 20, 2023
Rep. Stephens Hosts Car Seat Safety Event

CHICAGO – Next Friday, State Representative Brad Stephens is hosting a Car Seat Safety Check with the Illinois Secretary of State and Northwestern Medicine. He will be hosting this event…


Thursday, July 20, 2023
Stephens Summer Scenes: The Heart of the Heartland

Starved Rock State Park Read more from Fresh Air Friendship! One of Illinois’ most famous state parks, Starved Rock is on the Illinois River and has lots of activities for…


Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Assistant House Republican Leader Stephens Reacts to Decision by the Illinois Supreme Court Ruling that Ending Cash Bail is Constitutional

CHICAGO – In reaction to the decision by the Illinois Supreme Court ruling the provision in the 2021 SAFE-T Act ending cash bail is constitutional, House Assistant Republican Leader Brad…


Monday, July 17, 2023
INFRASTRUCTURE UPDATE: Inbound Kennedy work zone shift starts July 18

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that as part of the ongoing rehabilitation of the inbound Kennedy Expressway (Interstate 90/94), from the Edens Expressway (Interstate 94) junction to Ohio…


Saturday, July 15, 2023
Protect Your Pet this Pet Fire Safety Day

Don’t forget to include your pets in your family emergency plan. Learn how to protect your pet in case of fire this Pet Fire Safety Day at:


Thursday, July 13, 2023
Stephens Summer Scenes: Around Peoria

Mackinaw River State Fish & Wildlife Area Read more from Fresh Air Friendship! This area features a more rugged topography than the rest of the Mackinaw River Valley. On the…


Wednesday, July 12, 2023
How Much Fentanyl Crosses The Southern Border?

One of the most dangerous and deadly drugs pervading our nation currently is fentanyl. The flow of this powerful drug coming into the United States from Mexico continues to skyrocket, with…


Thursday, July 6, 2023
INFRASTRUCTURE UPDATE: Pace Connect

Pace Connect is a new ride hailing service available between O’Hare area businesses and the Rosemont Transit Center during overnight hours, 7 days a week. Anyone can take a ride…


Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Stephens Summer Scenes: State Historic Sites

With the Fourth of July this week, we are connecting with our nation’s and state’s history! This week for Stephens Summer Scenes, I’ve compiled state historic sites to visit during…


Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Keeping Your Pets Safe in the Summer Heat

It’s summertime in Illinois, and that means everyone has to be aware of the high heat and humidity that can be common for days and weeks at a time. And…