The Illinois Conservation Foundation’s new Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards are designed to honor individuals and organizations whose efforts have significantly impacted conservation and outdoor recreation across Illinois. This year, the…

U.S. District Judge John Blakey declined to dismiss several criminal counts against Mike Madigan in the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision earlier this year. In less than a…

ALBERS, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) has announced that Route 161 between Albers and New Baden is open after more than two years of roadwork. The roadwork began…

NEW BADEN, IL – State Representatives Charlie Meier and Kevin Schmidt are excited to announce a joint “Coffee Talk” at New Baden Civic Center on Tuesday, August 20. This event…

Today we honor the fearless dedication of our airborne forces on National Airborne Day. Thank you to these brave men and women who uphold an unwavering commitment to the service…

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today announced the application period is open for the Small Equipment Grant Program. The OSFM will award $4 million to eligible fire…

OKAWVILLE, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier reports that legislation he sponsored (HB 5138) has been signed into law. The measure requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to make road…

It’s National Horseradish Month: Did you know that Illinois is the number one producer of horseradish nationwide? Collinsville is known as the Horseradish Capital of the World. I have residents…

A new scam going around concerning the Illinois Tollway. “We have had several constituents call in about a text message they have received stating that they owe money,” said Rep….

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe.