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Thursday, December 21, 2023
Illinois’ Population Declines – Again

Illinois loses again – 10th year in a row of population decline! People are fleeing due to high taxes and poor policies. New Census data shows a drop of 32,826…


Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Budget Problems Ahead

Democrats didn’t listen! They should have budgeted carefully instead of recklessly creating long-term state programs with temporary funds. Now, as predicted, the money’s running out. Tough decisions ahead on what…


Friday, December 15, 2023
IL Commerce Commission Rejects Rate Hikes

The Illinois Commerce Commission has rejected Ameren Illinois and ComEd’s integrated grid plans that would have increased customers’ electric rates. https://www.25newsnow.com/2023/12/15/illinois-commerce-comission-rejects-rate-hike/


Thursday, December 14, 2023
IDOA’s Fall Covers for Spring Savings Program

Applications for Fall Covers for Spring Savings Program open on Friday, Dec. 15. Pre-enrollment is still available and applicants are encouraged to enter their information early for this popular program….


Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Applications Open – 2024 Spring Turkey Lottery

The 2024 Spring Turkey Lottery 2 application period for Illinois residents and nonresidents opens December 11, 2023, and closes January 11, 2024. Follow this link to submit your application today


Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Understanding Illinois’ Assault Weapons Ban

The Protect Illinois Communities Act, effective since January 2023, is causing serious confusion for Illinois gun owners. The new law bans the sale of certain weapons and attachments in Illinois….


Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Illinois Lifts Nuclear Power Plant Moratorium

In the last week of 2023 Veto Session, Illinois lawmakers officially lifted Illinois’ 36-year moratorium on the construction of new nuclear power plants, kickstarting a new era for both the…


Monday, December 4, 2023
Unsustainable State Spending

Illinois House Democrats are out of control! Through this years budget, they launched BIG programs that require HUGE spending, with money that WILL NOT last. They bring political posturing to…


Sunday, December 3, 2023
Illinois Statehood Day

On this day in 1818, Illinois became the twenty-first state in the Union. Happy Statehood Day, Illinois!


Friday, December 1, 2023
2023 Made in Illinois Holiday Gift Guide

Let’s get straight to the point – supporting small businesses in Illinois this holiday season is a necessity. Small and family owned businesses are the backbone of our communities and…