Pappas Maintains Transparency With Community Outreach Over Coffee

BLOOMINGDALE, Ill. – Polish donuts, also known as Paczkis, accompanied discussion of the business of the 45th District on Saturday morning as state Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, held a community event. “I’m glad to take time to share Paczkis and conversation with my...

Carroll Fights to End Workplace Harassment

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to eliminate workplace harassment and creating better working conditions, state Rep. Jonathan Carroll, D-Northbrook, is sponsoring legislation that establishes a task force to help find best practices and policies for both public and...

Walsh Calls for Emergency Repairs to Des Plaines River Bridge

 JOLIET, Ill. – Responding to reports that the Des Plaines River Bridge has been rated in critical condition, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, stressed that the state is taking this situation very seriously.    “The dangerous situation at the Des Plaines River...

Yingling Fights to Protect Taxpayers from Double Taxation

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, recently introduced legislation that would prevent double taxation for homeowners who live in a neighborhood association. “No one should be double taxed to receive basic services,” said Yingling. “Hardworking...