National Go Fishing Day encourages us to get outside, drop a line, and start fishing! Taking a break and fishing can be a relaxing and fun activity for all ages. 

IDNR’s Free Fishing Days are this weekend, June 14-17, 2024! Illinois residents looking to get out on the water can do so free of charge in numerous locations this weekend,…

Did you know that Illinois is the 2nd highest corn-producing state in the nation? Celebrate National Corn on the Cob Day and support Illinois farmers today by enjoying locally-grown corn!

Mayor Arlene Jezierny and I wrapped up our annual 2024 Children’s Safety Expo this weekend! Thank you to all the wonderful vendors and community members for attending. We had a…

The Village of Franklin Park is hosting its annual Fest June 6 – 9, 2024! The Franklin Park Fest is packed with fun activities and live music all weekend. I…

The Chicago Public Schools Talent Office is hosting the monthly CPS Job Paraprofessional Fair on Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 10:00am – 1:00pm at Truman College, 1145 West Wilson, Chicago, IL 60640.  CPS is encouraging…

For our teen drivers, please see the information below to assist you reaching the wonderful milestone of becoming a legal Illinois Driver! Also, our Melrose Park DMV is moving to…

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that the installation of a new overhead sign structure on the inbound Kennedy Expressway (Interstate 90/94), between Grand Avenue and Ohio Street, in…

Here’s the latest on Illinois’ crop conditions and progress from the USDA. https://www.wjbc.com/2024/05/30/update-from-illinois-farm-fields-in-this-weeks-usda-crop-report-2

We are back in Springfield today to take up the state budget and several other bills that still need to be heard in the House. The House Session convenes at…