Remembering the brave men and women who answered the call of duty to serve their country and ultimately gave their lives.

Illinois Senate Democrat leaders forced through a Fiscal Year 2021 budget, a $43 billion spending plan that relies on $5 billion in borrowing from the federal government plus another billion in short-term borrowing.

Senator Jim Oberweis says he did not support an election reform omnibus bill approved May 22 because it opens wide a door to election fraud.

Senator Jim Oberweis is joining his colleagues in offering a safe and responsible reopening plan for residents and businesses in Illinois.

In the wake of strong opposition, Governor Pritzker is withdrawing a rule he submitted May 15.

Thank you for all you do to keep our communities safe!

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice!

The Governor’s plan to re-open Illinois needs the input of all of the state’s diverse regions.

Thanks to continued calls by local, state and legislative Republican leaders, the General Assembly will return to Springfield May 20-22.

Honoring mothers everywhere and the important roles they play in our lives!

The Governor’s plan to re-open Illinois is too little, too late, and could very well mean the closing of many local small businesses.

Thank you, Teachers!

From all of us in Illinois, WE THANK YOU!

The Governor's modified extension of his stay-at-home order will take effect on May 1 and stay in place until the end of May.

Today is the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day!

Illinois encourages communities to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness messages and to promote prevention efforts across the country.

I am hosting a Teleforum at 7:30 p.m. April 15 to talk about the issues facing us all during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Support small businesses however you can!

Senator Jim Oberweis is calling on Gov. J.B. Pritzker to prioritize changes needed to provide unemployment benefits for self-employed or “gig” workers instead of making them wait another month.

The Conference of Women Legislators announces the 2020-2021 Annual Scholarship Awards Program.

A blessed Easter to all!

So many important reasons to stay at home!

Senator Bill Brady has sent a letter to the Governor asking why self-employed workers still cannot access unemployment benefits.

Two pharmaceutical companies are offering assistance to citizens facing difficulties paying for necessary prescriptions as a result of the COVID-19 crisis.

The Illinois State Museum is asking Illinois residents to share stories that reflect their experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, for the benefit of future generations.