Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and appreciating trees for future generations. Trees are not only a beautiful part of nature, but they also provide critical materials and…

Last week I had a great visit with Dr. Mike Unti during the Illinois State Dental Society Lobby Day. It turns out Mike was a dental school classmate of my…

My prayers are with the Chicago Police Department and the loved ones of Officer Luis Huesca. Our deepest condolences to his family and all who knew him. Off-duty Chicago Police…

It was an incredibly hectic week in Springfield, but I appreciated the opportunity to meet with these leaders in nursing from Loyola Medicine. We discussed important legislation to ensure that…

April 14-20, 2024! National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week honors public safety telecommunicators for their commitment and dedication. Public safety telecommunicators work around the clock to ensure the safety of our…

BARRINGTON HILLS… State Representative Martin McLaughlin released the following statement after reading the new University of Illinois System’s Institute of Government and Public Affairs study released to the public last…

Two periodical cicada broods, which haven’t emerged simultaneously in more than 220 years, will rise from the ground as early as this month. https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/when-are-the-2024-cicadas-coming-and-how-long-will-the-emergence-last-in-illinois/3406807