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Monday, August 7, 2023
Thank you to all our Purple Heart Recipients!

Today we acknowledge, honor, and remember the sacrifices made by our military servicemembers and those who have earned the Purple Heart. Thank you to these brave heroes and their families…


Thursday, August 3, 2023
“Hurry up and wait” should be our State of Illinois Agency service Motto

I keep hearing from the Democrats and the Governor about how pro-business Illinois is. The reality we are experiencing at my district office is quite different. We have many constituents…


Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Ask Us About the Treasurer’s Office iCash Program!

1,400,000 — that’s how much money our office has assisted our constituents to collect in unclaimed assets through the Treasurer’s Office iCash program. Curious to see if you have lost…


Friday, July 28, 2023
52nd District Spotlight Business

This Week’s 52nd District Spotlight Business is Spic and Span Cleaning Corporation, a woman-owned small business based in Fox River Grove, established in 2006. Anna Trzaska, President of Spic and…


Thursday, July 13, 2023
Independent Retailer Month

This week our #IndependentRetailerMonth spotlight shines on a homegrown favorite – Tru Bleu Boutique – a local fashion retailer that has offered women’s clothing, jewelry, and fashion accessories for over…


Friday, July 7, 2023
McLaughlin Stands For Protecting our Kids

When I met with a group of Boy Scouts earlier this year, I was shocked at the number of questions and concerns that today’s tweens and teens have about the…


Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Independent Retailer Month

This month, we are celebrating the small and local businesses that drive growth in our communities. Independent retailers keep our local economies strong while creating opportunities for our families, friends,…


Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Happy Fourth of July!

As we gather today with family and friends to celebrate the 247th Birthday of our great nation, let us remember to give thanks to the many men and women who…


Thursday, June 29, 2023
McLaughlin Happy to See Bike Path Infrastructure

Over the past Legislative Session, I was happy to sponsor legislation recently signed into law for bike paths in Lake County and here is more Regional measures aimed at improving…


Friday, June 23, 2023
Village of Barrington Receives $4 Million in Funding

Illinois EPA Director John J. Kim today announced $4 million in funding to the Village of Barrington (Cook and Lake Counties) to replace lead service lines in the community. The…