Mah’s Immigrant Tenant Protection Measure Now Law

SPRINGFIELD, Ill.  – Illinois landlords will now be prohibited from using immigration status to harass or threaten tenants with eviction under a new law from state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago.“It is more important than ever for Illinois to stand up as an inclusive and...

Mussman-Backed Measure to Increase Tobacco Age to 21 Becomes Law

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, to raise the minimum age to buy tobacco products in Illinois became law on July 1.“The majority of smokers today started when they were in their teens,” Mussman said. “By...

Yingling Gets Feedback from Local Small Business

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – As part of his ongoing effort to get feedback from the business community, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, met with the owner of the local small business Carnitas Don Roy & Taqueria.“The small businesses in my district are incredibly...