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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Rep. McLaughlin Honors Retiring Fire Chief Kreher on 48 Years of Fire Service

Chief James Kreher served our communities over 45 years of total fire service at Fox River Grove and Barrington Countryside. In that time, Chief Kreher served 28 years as a…


Friday, May 12, 2023
National Police Week

This National Police Week we recognize the bravery of our law enforcement officers and honor them for their dedication to their communities. Thank you to our police officers for working…


Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Rep. McLaughlin Urges Fiscal Responsibility for Illinois Residents

Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Motorcycle Awareness Month

May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and a reminder to stay alert for motorcycles on the roadway to help save lives. Here are a few safety tips for Illinois drivers to keep…


Friday, May 5, 2023
Rep. McLaughlin Denounces Democrats Inefficient Spending Proposal

LAKE BARRINGTON… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) released the following statement after discussing Senate Bill 850 during yesterday’s Revenue and Finance Committee meeting. State Rep. McLaughlin said, “Springfield once…


Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Happy Illinois Bacon Day!

I have often spoken about the unnecessary “pork” in Springfield, but not today! Thank you to the Illinois Farmers, Pork Producers, and the Illinois Pork Producers Association on Illinois Bacon Day!…


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Rep. McLaughlin Calls Foul on Democrats Corruption

SPRINGFIELD… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) released the following statement pertaining to the guilty verdict over the federal corruption trial rocking the Dirksen Federal Court House and Illinoisans across…


Friday, April 28, 2023
This Week in Springfield

I was pleased to be able to introduce the leadership of the Illinois Realtors to our State Capitol today. Their membership represents all areas of our state. They are pro…


Thursday, April 27, 2023
News From the Secretary of State

More Secretary of State facilities will soon switch to appointment only for certain services. https://www.wcia.com/news/more-secretary-of-state-facilities-to-switch-to-appointment-only/


Wednesday, April 26, 2023
The Illinois National Guard

The Illinois National Guard is celebrating its 300th year by commemorating significant dates in its history with communities across the state.https://www.effinghamdailynews.com/news/local_news/illinois-national-guard-celebrates-300th-year-in-2023/article_64bf953a-e2c6-11ed-8a90-cb528946b44e.html