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Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Happy Statehood Day to the great state of Illinois!

On this day in 1818, Illinois officially became the 21st state in the union. Since then, Illinois has been a beacon of innovation and economic opportunity in the Midwest. Happy…


Friday, November 15, 2024
Tips to Save Money at the Gas Pump

Illinois residents with Amazon Prime memberships can now save 10 cents per gallon at about 600 gas stations across the state. https://www.bnd.com/news/business/article295503199.html


Thursday, November 14, 2024
The Illinois Tollway has extended transponder deadline

The Illinois Tollway is extending the deadline on all transponders by two years. Customers will receive a letter when it is time to exchange the devices. https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/havent-gotten-the-new-i-pass-sticker-the-illinois-tollway-has-extended-the-transponder-deadline/3597957


Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Celebrating Perioperative Nurses: A Dedication to Safe Patient Care

November 10-16, 2024, marks the celebration of Perioperative Nurses Week, an annual event dedicated to recognizing the invaluable contributions of perioperative nurses in ensuring safe patient care during surgical procedures….


Saturday, November 2, 2024
Daylight Saving Time Ends

Daylight Saving Time ends tonight. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back an hour!


Thursday, October 31, 2024
Tomorrow, Rep. Brad Stephens & Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart’s Office host a DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT

REMINDER: Tomorrow, Rep. Brad Stephens & Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart’s Office host a DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT. We will be collecting your unwanted or expired prescription drugs and safely…


Thursday, October 31, 2024
Halloween Contest Winners!

Thank you to everyone who participated in my 2024 Halloween Decorating Contest! We had some wonderful submissions this year! Best Pumpkin Carving: Joe Blazen Best Inflatable/lights: Diane Bieniarz Most Original: Kathy…


Monday, October 28, 2024
First Responders Day

Today, we honor the incredible bravery and sacrifice of those who answer the call as first responders. Thank you to all first responders for your unwavering service to keeping our…


Monday, October 28, 2024
John Lewis Youth Leadership Award Nominations

Giannoulias’ Office Accepting John Lewis Youth Leadership Award NominationsAward Recognizes Illinoisans Championing Late Congressman and Civil Rights Icon The Illinois Secretary of State’s office is accepting applications for the 2024…


Thursday, October 24, 2024
I-Cash Update

If you receive a check from the treasurer in the mail, it’s not a scam. The checks are part of Illinois’ unclaimed property program and are safe to cash. https://chicago.suntimes.com/money/2024/10/22/illinois-unclaimed-property-treasurer-michale-frerichs