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Young Illinois Photographers Shine in 2025 Cream of the Crop Contest

Nine young photographers from across Illinois have earned top honors in the 2025 Cream of the Crop Photography Contest. State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced the winners, all students aged 8 to 18, who impressed judges with their creativity behind the lens. Each artist will ...
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Illinois Opens Applications for Supportive Housing Development Program with New Opioid Fund

The Illinois Housing Development Authority is now taking applications for its Permanent Supportive Housing Development Program. This initiative provides both loans and grants aimed at expanding affordable housing options with supportive services. New this year, resources from the Illinois Opioid Remediation Fund are available ...
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Illinois Driving Change Campaign Fights Unfair Auto Insurance Practices

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is taking aim at auto insurance rate practices he calls unfair and discriminatory. Launching the “Driving Change” campaign, Giannoulias wants to stop insurers from using credit scores, zip codes, age, and even social media data to set auto ...
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Illinois Congressman Leads Push to Address Social Security Challenges Ahead of 90th Anniversary

As the 90th anniversary of Social Security draws near, Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen is leading over 30 House Democrats in demanding action from Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano. Lawmakers are raising alarms over extended claim processing times and reduced access to in-person appointments, ...
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Stay Safe This Summer with Tips to Prevent Grill-Related Fires in Illinois

The Illinois State Fire Marshal is alerting residents as July continues to be the peak month for grill-related fires across the country. Gas grills are the source of over 9,200 home fires annually, with leaks or equipment malfunctions as leading causes. Authorities recommend thorough ...
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Illinois Lawmakers Push for Faster Approval of Small Modular Nuclear Reactors

Illinois lawmakers are considering new legislation aimed at fast-tracking the approval process for small modular nuclear reactors, or SMRs. Senate Bill 2681, introduced by Senate Minority Deputy Leader Sue Rezin, would require state agencies to act on SMR permit applications within 150 days, with ...
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Illinois Advances Pay Equity with New Wage Reporting Law

Illinois is updating its approach to pay equity. Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new law amending the state’s Equal Pay Act, officially removing outdated references to federal reporting requirements. Now, companies with 100 or more employees are required to submit wage data specifically ...
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Enhanced Security Measures at Illinois State Fair Ensure Safe Experience for All

Attendees of this year’s Illinois State Fair in Springfield will notice heightened security precautions at all Grandstand entrances. New measures include walk-through metal detectors and thorough bag checks. Prohibited items feature firearms, weapons, drones, illegal substances, and large bags of any kind. Organizers emphasize ...
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Bipartisan Bill Aims to Enhance School Safety and Community Well-Being

Congressmen Eric Sorensen and Zach Nunn are reintroducing the Safe Schools and Communities Act, a bipartisan effort to bolster school safety across the country. The proposed legislation establishes competitive grants for school districts—administered by the Department of Education—to address issues such as human trafficking, ...
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Igniting Young Minds at IVCC Science FUNdamentals Camp

Elementary students immersed themselves in hands-on learning at the Science FUNdamentals camp hosted at Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC). During the camp, young participants explored the periodic table, experimented with states of matter, and engaged in projects demonstrating the scientific method. The activities were ...
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Princeton National Night Out Brings Community Together for Safety and Fun

The Princeton Police Department teams up with the Princeton Park District to present National Night Out at Zearing Park on South Euclid Street on August 5, 2025, from 5 to 8 PM. Residents can look forward to interactive demonstrations, guided tours of emergency vehicles, ...
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Bipartisan Push to Reestablish Federal Water Assistance Program for Low-Income Households

A bipartisan group of lawmakers, including Representatives Eric Sorensen and Rob Bresnahan, has introduced the Low-Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) Establishment Act. The bill aims to make permanent the nation’s first federal water assistance program, which expired in 2022. LIHWAP previously aided over 1.5 ...
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