“Grandparent Scams” are often carried out over the phone by people claiming to be a relative of the victim, usually a grandchild, who claims to be in trouble and in…

On this day in 1818, Illinois became the twenty-first state in the Union. Happy Statehood Day, Illinois!

National Computer Safety Day is meant to raise awareness around cyber security issues that affect millions of people every year. One small but important way to protect yourself online is…

Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather. The climate encapsulates all four seasons in Illinois, and staying ahead of the game can save…

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspires people to do good. Today is a reminder that we can all be generous in our communities and one small act can…

Small Businesses are the backbone of local economies. This Small Business Saturday be sure to shop local and support the small businesses that make our communities thrive! 

The first Thanksgiving took place over 400 years ago, but the spirit of the holiday lives on today. It reminds us to be thankful for all that we have, including…

Five of the top poultry production states in the U.S. are in the Midwest, led by Minnesota. In Illinois, the turkey industry has a smaller, but still very important footprint. Poultry is big…

National Adoption Day is dedicated to raising awareness of the over 100,000 children waiting for adoption in the United States. Today, communities across the country are celebrating adoption and advocating…

Last week was the second and last scheduled week of Veto Session in Springfield. Over the last couple of weeks I have outlined many of my priorities for our work…