Lilly Praises Law to Reduce Maternal Mortality among Black Women

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, hailed the enactment of a law to reduce maternal mortality among African American women.“The United States has the worst rate of maternal deaths among similar countries and the rate is growing,” Lilly said....

Connor Combats Child Abuse with Push for Greater Enforcement

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, is battling child abuse with the passage of legislation to streamline the Department of Children and Family Services’ (DCFS) handling of suspected child abuse or neglect.“Child abuse is a terrible tragedy and we...

Mussman Advocates for Caution During July Heat Wave

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the temperatures continue to rise, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is reminding residents to exercise caution in their efforts to stay cool.“We are all going to have to endure extreme temperatures over the course of the next few days,...