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Monday, October 21, 2024
RIP Trooper Corey S Thompsen

ILLINOIS – I am deeply saddened to report the loss of Illinois State Police Trooper Corey S. Thompsen, who tragically passed away following a collision while on duty. The 28-year-old…


Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce!

ILLINOIS – Happy Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day! Celebrate today by patronizing local businesses and recognizing the vital role that our chambers play in our community.


Monday, October 7, 2024
Rep. Cabello at the 2024 ALEC Annual Meeting

Illinois State Representative John Cabello, a Republican serving as Assistant Minority Leader, spoke with Catherine Mortensen about the challenges of working in a superminority. Sometimes it’s more about stopping the…


Monday, October 7, 2024
Memo reveals growing threat of Venezuelan gang in Illinois

OCTOBER 4, 2024 – Recently leaked U.S. Army documents reveal there’s a growing threat of one of Venezuela’s largest criminal organizations in the U.S. Read more here: https://www.wgil.com/2024/10/04/memo-reveals-growing-threat-of-venezuelan-gang-in-illinois/ ###


Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Rail Safety Week

This Rail Safety Week, make sure you know how to stay safe around railroad tracks. Here are some important rail safety tips from Operation Lifesaver:


Friday, September 20, 2024
Rep Cabello Visits DaVita Dialysis Clinic

MACHESNEY PARK – State Representative John M. Cabello visited the DaVita Dialysis Clinic in Machesney Park. Scroll through images below:


Monday, September 9, 2024
Rep. Cabello Highlights Issues with SAFE-T Act

ROCKFORD, IL – State Representative John M Cabello was interviewed by WIFR last week regarding the changes implemented 1 year ago through the SAFE-T Act, such as no cash bail….


Friday, September 6, 2024
Political Corruption in Illinois

Illinois has long dealt with a notorious reputation for political corruption, with Chicago often taking centerstage. The Chicago Tribune highlighted this troubling legacy in its series “Culture of Corruption,” showcasing…


Wednesday, September 4, 2024
IL Gun Law Ruled Unconstitutional

ROCKFORD, IL – A federal judge in Rockford recently ruled it unconstitutional for Illinoisans with concealed carry permits to be prohibited from carrying guns on public transportation.


Thursday, August 29, 2024
Immigrant Housing Program

Coming soon to Illinois? California Democrats want to give undocumented immigrants $150,000 to buy homes. https://www.politico.com/news/2024/08/26/california-undocumented-immigrants-homes-00176253