Kelly Supports Legislation to Improve Mental Health Care Access

CHICAGO, Ill. — State Representative Michael Kelly, D-Chicago is co-sponsoring a bill that would preserve and expand access to mental health care across the state.  “Long wait times and lack of staff are barriers that prevent many people from getting mental health...

Walsh to Host Blood Drive with Troy Township Feb. 17 in Shorewood

SHOREWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is joining Troy Township and Versiti Blood Center of Illinois to offer a community blood drive Thursday, Feb. 17 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Troy Township Community Center, located at 25448 W. Seil Rd. in...

Budget Proposal Keeps Places of Worship, Communities Safe

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) and State Representative Bob Morgan (D-Deerfield) lauded the inclusion of $20 million for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program in this year’s proposed state budget. “Our communities face unprecedented levels of...