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…

End of grocery tax suspension, changes to school holidays among measures taking effect at start of JulyLast year, on July 1, Illinois’ 1% grocery tax was suspended, aimed at providing…

This month we celebrate all things dairy in Illinois, like milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt and more! What’s your favorite dairy-based treat? #DairyMonth

246 years ago today, Old Glory was adopted as the official flag of our great nation. Since its adoption, the American flag has proudly served as a symbol of freedom…

LAKE BARRINGTON… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) from the 52ND House District released the following statement after closing out the Spring Legislative Session last month. Rep. McLaughlin said, “I…

Traffic Update in Barrington: Main Street closing at rail crossing June 12, 2023 The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that repairs by the Union Pacific Railroad to a crossing on…

Mark your calendars for Illinois Free Fishing Days taking place June 16-19 this year. Illinois anglers can fish without a license during this time, coinciding with the Father’s Day weekend. It’s a great…

Another day, another corruption trial, and still Illinois Democrats refuse to enact the sweeping ethics reforms our state desperately needs.  https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2023/6/4/23742898/businessman-bribery-scheme-luis-arroyo-james-weiss-trial-federal

LAKE BARRINGTON… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) from the 52ND House District released the following statement over the ongoing Chicago Bears stadium discussion. Rep. McLaughlin said, “Over the last…

LAKE BARRINGTON… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) says, “Why is everything costing so much more these days? The simple answer is the Government, both Federal and State, is spending…