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Illinois' Rose on medical care for state retirees: 'Pritzker to retirees: you can keep your doctor - MAYBE'

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 1, 2022

Illinois state Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Champaign) recently blasted Gov. JB Pritzker, saying he is to blame for potential issues with medical care for state retirees.

Bennett: Thank you for Dresden Nuclear Power Plant tour and 'discussion about current and future energy needs for Illinois'

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 1, 2022

Illinois state Rep. Thomas M. Bennett (R-Watseka) recently had an opportunity to tour the Dresden Nuclear Power Plant in Morris.

Rezin congratulates SkillsUSA Illinois Criminal Justice state champion

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 25, 2022

Illinois Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Morris) recently sent her congratulations to a local student who earned a Skills USA championship.

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Turner congratulates Holder White as 'our newest Illinois Supreme Court Justice'

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 17, 2022

Illinois state Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) recently congratulated Lisa Holder White, the state's newest Supreme Court justice.

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Rezin on LaSalle Veterans' Home outbreak: 'Our veterans deserve more than failed leadership, shifting blame to others'

By Andy Nghiem | May 12, 2022

Following a state audit of the 2020 LaSalle Veterans' Home COVID-19 outbreak, Illinois Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Morris) is denouncing Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker for allegedly failing to take action that caused dozens of deaths.

Barickman opposes bill that exempts state fair from Illinois recycling guidelines

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 4, 2022

State Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) recently questioned a bill that would treat compostable foodware from the state fair differently than as if it were disposed of through standard curbside residential pickup.

Barickman: 'Voters want choices, they want fair maps'

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 17, 2021

During an Oct. 26 news conference, State Rep. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) spoke out on the issue of legislative district maps.

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'Completely embarrassing': State lawmakers pass new budget at the last minute with little chance for review

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 8, 2021

According to nonprofit research organization Illinois Policy, the current Illinois General Assembly continues the pattern of questionable behavior established by former long-serving Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan.

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Rezin supports legislation to 'give the people of Illinois a truly fair map'

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 14, 2021

State Senate Republican Deputy Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris) is co-sponsoring the People’s Independent Maps Act, which would create an independent commission to handle the task of redrawing Illinois legislative district maps.

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Joe's Station House and Pizza Pub fined more than $4,000 for violating Illinois' COVID-19 restrictions

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 10, 2021

A Twin-Cities restaurant was ordered to pay approximately $4,200 for reportedly violating Illinois' in-door dining regulations during COVID-19.

Head of McLean County GOP declares President Trump 'real winner' of 2020 election

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 12, 2021

Connie Beard, the Chairwoman of the McLean County GOP,recently said that she believes that President Trump was the true winner of the 2020 presidential election and that voting results to the contrary are the work of massive voter fraud.

LeRoy High School teacher pleaded 'not guilty' to charges of allegedly grooming student for sexual conduct

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 11, 2020

A LeRoy High School teacher accused of using a cellphone to solicit a minor to engage in sexual conduct was in McLean County court on Friday, Oct. 23.

Urbana City Council discusses 1% pay raises for mayor, city clerk and alderman positions

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 9, 2020

The Urbana City Council recently discussed giving pay raises for the next mayor, alderman and city clerk at its regular meeting.

Illinois U., Heartland get nearly $600,000 for student support services

By Andy Nghiem | Sep 3, 2020

Illinois State University and Heartland Community College received nearly $585,000 as part of a $1.5 million grant for TRIO Student Support Services.

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