Avelar Responds to Lemont Petroleum Plant Fire

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. —  Upon learning about the deadly fire and reported explosion at the Seneca Petroleum Plant, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, released the following statement: “I am deeply concerned about the fire at the Seneca Petroleum Plant, and my...

Harper to Hold Press Conference with Black Farmers & Growers

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of the inaugural Illinois Black Farmers & Growers Capitol Lobby Day, state Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is holding a press conference to discuss equity issues in agriculture and healthy food access throughout Illinois. The press...

Manley Celebrates Grant Funding for Stepping Stones

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — Reaffirming her support for those dealing with substance abuse and mental health challenges, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting a $240,000 grant to Stepping Stones Center, a local not-for-profit organization that provides clinical...

Harper To Host Capitol Lobby Day for Black Farmers & Growers

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is inviting citizens and stakeholders alike to the first Illinois Black Farmers & Growers Lobby Day, at the Illinois State Capitol, Wednesday, April 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Agriculture is Illinois’...