Yingling-Supported Law to Protect Consumers Takes Effect

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – Consumers will have further protections from companies that try to hike their utility bills under a new law supported by state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake. “With winter weather starting to ramp up, now is the perfect time for the HEAT Act...

Moylan Announces Energy Utility Bill Clinic

DES PLAINES, Ill – State Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, will host a free utility bill clinic for residents in collaboration with the Citizen’s Utility Board (CUB) on Thursday, Jan. 23 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Des Plaines Public Library, located at 1501...

Stuart Calls Attention to Human Trafficking Prevention

COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To increase awareness of human trafficking and slavery, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is highlighting January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month. “Human trafficking is a heinous crime and requires the entire community to be vigilant...

Reitz Measure to Crack Down on Hit and Run Drivers Now Law

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To crack down on dangerous drivers who flee the scene of an accident, state Rep. Nathan Reitz, D-Steeleville, recently passed a new law strengthening the penalties for intoxicated or distracted drivers that hit and run. “Fleeing the scene of an...