Hernandez Cracks Down on For-Profit Detention Centers

Mar 26, 2019 | Hernandez L

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is sending a message that Illinois will not help advance Donald Trump’s bigoted immigration policies by introducing legislation that would ban taxpayer-funded deals for any for-profit companies that...

Stuart Fighting to Save Jobs, Racing Season at Fairmount Park

Mar 26, 2019 | Stuart

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fairmount Park Racetrack could bring in millions of dollars in additional revenue to support a full racing season and save local jobs under a proposal introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, who was recently selected to serve on the...

Yingling Talks with Constituents over Coffee

Mar 26, 2019 | Yingling

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, hosted a community event Saturday morning at Something’s Brewing in Grayslake. Constituents voiced their opinions to Yingling while enjoying a cup of coffee. “I am always happy to talk to my constituents...

Connor Fighting to Help Students Repay College Debt

Mar 26, 2019 | Connor

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois students would receive much-needed student loan relief under a bill proposed by state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, which creates a tax credit to offset a portion of loan payments every year. “We want our children to pursue higher...