World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is an important day to recognize the estimated 1 to 2 million Americans over the age of 65 who are abused by someone they depend…

The United States flag is celebrated each year on Flag Day, June 14, to commemorate the day the official flag act resolution was adopted in 1777. The Second Continental Congress adopted this…

The Democratic supermajority broke their own House Rules during the final hours of the spring legislative session when they allowed lawmakers to vote three times on one piece of legislation…

The Illinois Milk Producers Association is helping fight hunger in Illinois with a generous donation of 17,424 pounds of milk to food banks throughout the state. Thank you to the…

Last month, Democrats’ elections bill was introduced, passed through the General Assembly, and signed into law in less than two days. This law, which changed election rules mid-cycle, has now…

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recently announced the list of fire departments and EMS providers selected as recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. “These grants are…

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is a chance for seniors to get active. Physical activity can have many positive effects on a senior’s health, such as controlling blood pressure…

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Above is a…

EMS Week honors the important work of all Emergency Medical Service workers. Their continued work saves lives and helps our communities every day. Thank you to EMS workers for all…

Last week we were in Springfield and continued our committee work and began voting on Senate bills. While it was a relatively quiet week in the legislature, I expect the…