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…

Memorial Day is a reminder of the brave men and women who died while fighting in the U.S. Armed Forces. While Memorial Day is usually a holiday marking the beginning…

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is looking for exceptional candidates who love to serve and make a lasting impact in their community. We offer fulltime career opportunities in…

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 @…

SPRINGFIELD – State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) and Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park) took a step today to improve traffic safety around O’Hare Airport. In response to reports of…

Yesterday, we paid tribute to the Illinois firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony in Springfield. May their bravery and…

Do you know an outstanding older Illinoisan who is making a difference in your community? Consider nominating them for the Illinois Department on Aging’s Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame. https://www.wandtv.com/community/the-illinois-department-on-aging-seeking-nominations-for-senior-illinoisans-hall-of-fame/article_72cb7464-1141-11ef-8731-af17fe0880b2.html

Click here for the After School Matters’ summer application for Chicago teens.  This summer, ASM is offering hundreds of programs across the city between the weeks of June 24 and August 2….

Thank you to my wonderful staff for visiting each one of our 26 schools in the district today to deliver cookies for Teacher Appreciation Week! We appreciate all the incredible…