Halpin Passes Bill Protecting Renters from Excessive Repair Costs

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure introduced by state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, to prevent landlords from overcharging for repairs passed the House with bipartisan support on Thursday. “If a landlord or management company is not acting in good faith, tenants run...

Moylan’s Bill to Cap Excessive Tolls Passes Committee

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Stemming from complaints from residents, state Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, introduced and passed a bill out of committee to lower the amount of money the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority can charge towed trailers and medium trucks at...

Yingling Visits with Local Realtors in Capitol

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Realtors from central-western Lake County met with state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, in Springfield to discuss property taxes and other issues regarding small business development. “If we are to attract more families and businesses to Illinois,...