Congratulations to my friend Sergeant Mike Miller of the Fox River Grove Police Department upon his retirement. I’m so glad he safely fulfilled his dream of being a police officer,…

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…

Representative McLaughlin’s Office has been mailing out letters to some residents in the 52nd District regarding unclaimed cash or assets that are being held for them by the Illinois Treasurer’s…

LAKE BARRINGTON… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) from the 52ND House District released the following statement after filing House Bill 4105 that aims to make the bipartisan Invest in Kids…

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…