Avelar: Internet Services Should be Equitable

Mar 20, 2024 | Avelar

BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is working to make internet access more affordable with new legislation slashing cable and video provider charges for internet service customers. “Internet services should be affordable and accessible...

Avelar Hosts Free Community Shred Event

Mar 20, 2024 | Avelar

BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, will team up with state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, to host a free community drive-thru shred event on Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Bolingbrook Park District’s Annerino Center,...

Benton Advances Bill Making Turkey Hunting More Accessible

Mar 18, 2024 | Benton

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Young hunters and older sportspeople would have more options for turkey hunting under a new bill advanced through a House committee by state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, allowing smaller ammunition options that some find easier to use. “Turkey...

Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Hold Medicaid/SNAP Workshop

Mar 18, 2024 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is holding a workshop to provide community members with assistance with Medicaid and SNAP services on Saturday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church-Simard Hall, on 769 Fulton Street in Aurora....