Latest Updates:
Mayfield Issues Statement on Cemetery Vandalism
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – In response to the desecration of gravestones at Congregation Am Echod Jewish Cemetery in Waukegan this week, state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, is issuing the following statement.
Rep. Avelar Celebrates Completion of Weber Road Interchange
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting the completion of the new Weber Road diverging diamond interchange with Interstate 55.
Mayfield Renews Warnings of Coal Plant Hazards to Groundwater
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – Following a new report detailing multiple and repeated failures by Illinois power plants to take adequate steps to protect groundwater from dangerous contamination, state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, is once again raising the alarm.
Rep. Avelar Hails Opening of Lewis University Air Traffic Control Tower
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is celebrating the ribbon cutting of the new air traffic control tower at the Lewis University Airport in Romeoville.
Gordon-Booth to Host Community Talk about Kindness, Provide Free Screening of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
PEORIA, Ill. – In commemoration of 2022 World Kindness Day, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is hosting a free community screening of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever this Sunday at 1 p.m. at GQT Willow Knolls 14.
State Rep. Barbara Hernandez Announces Nearly $3 Million in Grants to Promote Tourism
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently announces $2.93 million in grants available to non-profits, counties, municipalities, and convention and visitors bureaus to support costs including media productions, billboards, visitor guides, web development and trade show registrations.
Ammons in partnership with Ameren Illinois distributes LED light bulbs to households as part of ‘Light Up the Cities Initiative’
Champaign, Ill. – State Representative Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, set aside large quantities of “energy efficient light bulbs” as part of the ‘Light Up the Cities Initiative’, which helps households transition to energy-efficient LED bulbs.
LaPointe Highlights Financial Assistance for Homeowners
CHICAGO – With many homeowners across the northwest side finding it difficult to cover mortgage payments and other bills, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is highlighting housing relief programs that are delivering financial relief and accepting applications right now.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Holding Free Healthcare Enrollment, Medicaid Expansion Advisory Event
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is holding a free healthcare enrollment event so residents can learn more about the expansion of Medicaid in Illinois. The event will take place Saturday, Nov. 19, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. It will be held at the Aurora Public Library, in the Large Meeting Room, at 555 S. Eola Road in Aurora.
Guerrero-Cuellar Spotlights Children’s Mental Health Program Rollout
CHICAGO – State Rep. Angie Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, is highlighting a new state service that will aid pediatricians and other childcare organizations in providing mental health counseling and services.
Rep. Manley, Local Officials to Host Veterans Rights Seminar
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, in partnership with state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, and Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, will host a Veterans Rights Seminar on Nov. 19 from 8-10 a.m. The event will take place at the Grand Haven Clubhouse, located at 1520 Grand Haven Road in Romeoville.
Rep. Hernandez Promotes Student Debt Forgiveness Programs
CICERO, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is encouraging those with student loan debt to apply for the one-time federal student loan debt relief program and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Both programs have applications open for borrowers to apply for debt relief.
Rep. Avelar Announces Mortgage Assistance Program
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, encourages eligible homeowners to apply for the Illinois Homeowner Development Authority’s Housing Assistance Fund (ILHAF).
Gordon-Booth will be Joined by Mayor Ali to Highlight Millions She Secured for New Street Lighting Monday
PEORIA, Ill. – As part of efforts to modernize local infrastructure and make our streets safer, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will be accompanied by Peoria Mayor Rita Ali and local leaders Monday to highlight grant funding she secured for street light replacement in area neighborhoods
Stuart Announces State Job Fair To Be Held In Metro East
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is inviting residents to a State Career and Resource Fair being organized by the State of Illinois in partnership with the African American Employment Plan Advisory Council. The event is being held November 3, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Center Hall B at the Gateway Conference Center, 1 Gateway Dr. in Collinsville.
Rep. Hernandez Hosts Community Dia de los Muertos Celebration
CICERO, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will be hosting a community altar in honor of Dia de los Muertos and is asking residents to participate.
Gordon-Booth to Host Senior and Caregiver Expo Thursday Morning, Oct. 27
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will welcome experts from the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) and other local organizations to provide helpful information and resources for older adults at her Senior and Caregiver Expo scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Greater Peoria Family YMCA located at 7000 N. Fleming Ln. in Peoria.
Rep. Manley Emphasizes Local Food Assistance Resources, Donation Opportunities
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — With the holiday season quickly approaching, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting food assistance offered by Northern Illinois Food Bank, as well as opportunities to donate to neighbors in need.