Politics
Reps. Robin Kelly, Young Kim Lead Resolution Recognizing Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week
These services are especially important in light of heightened maternal mortality, morbidity, and mental health needs, disproportionately impacting communities of color, following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 06, 2024
Rep. Niemerg Statement on Gov. Pritzker Signing Last-Minute Election Bill: "Un-American!"
"This heavy-handed muscling through of a change in Illinois election law to stop competition in races for the Illinois House and Illinois Senate is election interference plain and simple."
May 02, 2024
State Rep Schweizer Offers Words for this National Day of Prayer
At a time of strife and stress, many believe there is a very strong need for prayer right now.
May 02, 2024
Rep. Mary Miller: I Want Your Input On The Farm Bill
"Over the past year, the House Agriculture Committee has diligently laid the groundwork to pass a Farm Bill to put producers first and ensure a strong agriculture safety net."
May 01, 2024
Election Code Changes to Eliminate Slating of Candidates
Rep. Niemerg encourages voters to contact the Governor and demand fairness in Illinois.
May 01, 2024
Congresswoman Kelly Applauds New Foreign Aid Package
Some members of Congress wanted money included to help battle what they say is an invasion at the U.S. southern border, but Representative Kelly looks at it differently.
Apr 26, 2024
I-74, Champaign to Indiana State Line, Named Senator Scott M. Bennett Memorial Highway
Also in attendance was Danville High School Future Problem Solvers team captain Isaiah Easton, who recalled how Senator Bennett went out of his way to work with his student group.
Apr 25, 2024
Rep. Robin Kelly Responds to FDA Abandoning Menthol Cigarette Ban
"I am deeply disappointed that the FDA has chosen to abandon its established plan to ban menthol cigarettes. The FDA's experts have been clear that menthol cigarettes are harmful to public health."
Apr 25, 2024
Federal Grant to Help Improve Danville Neighborhood
The City of Danville is advancing plans for improvements in the Madison Square area now that an $850-thousand-dollar federal grant has been approved. Bill Pickett has the details... Wednesday's check presentation was done near the Carle and Christie at the Riverfront medical offices. (In top photo on left is Danville ...
Apr 25, 2024
Rep. Schweizer Passes First Bill Out of the House; Advance Notice for TRS Benefit Recipients
"The passage of this bill out of the House moves us one step closer to protecting TRS benefit recipients. I want to thank my colleagues in the House for seeing the importance of this legislation and supporting it in the House," said Rep. Schweizer.
Apr 22, 2024