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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

Illinoisans are now paying for the Governor’s election-year gimmicks as we face two gas tax increases in 2023 to make up for last year’s temporary freeze.

SPRINGFIELD… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) encourages his colleagues to focus on real economic and business reforms during the remaining days of legislative session. Rep. McLaughlin said, “For over…

I am pleased to have received bi-partisan support on my legislation establishing Junior Color Guard programs in our Illinois schools. Now, more than ever, it is important to have our…

LAKE BARRINGTON… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) released the following statement after the long week in Springfield completing the committee deadline to move legislation to second reading for further…