SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker issued a new far-reaching Executive Order this week targeting gun violence in the state. Several controversial bills, however, are still

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers returned to the Capitol Oct. 26 for the final three days of the annual fall Veto Session. During the week, Democrat

SPRINGFIELD – With yet another late-night vote, Senate Democrat leaders forced through a bill Oct. 28 that will empower the state’s Executive Branch to reduce

SPRINGFIELD – State Sen. Brian Stewart (R-Freeport) is encouraging constituents to submit a tribute and photo of loved ones who served their country in the

SPRINGFIELD – Senate Democrats pushed through an after-hours bill Oct. 26 to repeal parental notification of abortion in Illinois, despite Republican lawmakers taking a strong

SPRINGFIELD – Lawmakers returned to the Capitol on Oct. 19 to begin the annual fall veto session. During the week, Republican lawmakers took a stand

SPRINGFIELD – As public redistricting hearings continue throughout the state, a recent news story exposed a series of behind-closed-doors meetings that may represent a very

 SPRINGFIELD – A major public safety legislative initiative filed this week will empower law enforcement and other community members, and provide state funds for the

LENA – State Sen. Brian Stewart (R-Freeport) joined with local and state officials Oct. 7 to celebrate the reopening of a popular state park in