BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – To encourage civic engagement in the 85th representative district, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is offering two opportunities for community members to learn about state government. “It’s always the right time to start pursuing a...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of efforts to bring a greater voice to Assyrian-Americans, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently joined his colleagues in the founding of a new Illinois Assyrian Caucus designed to better understand and prioritize the issues...
Joliet, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, will host a news conference to announce that the Rialto Square Theatre will receive a $5 million grant through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. “The Rialto Square Theatre is a cultural...
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of efforts to recognize Women’s History Month, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is meeting with women entrepreneurs and encouraging residents to shop local and support women-owned businesses in the Rockford region. “Our area is home to many...
Springfield, IL – Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch is delighted to welcome back guests to the House of Representatives two years after a global health pandemic forced the chamber to institute health and safety mitigations. “This is really a testament to the people of...