Latest Updates:
Rep. Walker Congratulates Hersey High School for Recognition as Top STEM School
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently visited John Hersey High School and congratulated them on their recognition by Newsweek Magazine as one of the nation’s best schools for STEM education.
Mason Supports First Responder Pension Reform, Property Tax Relief for Homeowners
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is highlighting recent legislation to increase investment returns, ease the burden on local governments and taxpayers, and protect benefits for first responders by consolidating suburban and downstate police and fire pension systems.
Hoffman Encourages Residents to Shop Locally on Small Business Saturday
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – As families begin their gift shopping for the holiday season, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is encouraging local residents to support the local economy by shopping locally and supporting small businesses on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30.
Rep. Hernandez to Host Winter Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Food Pantries
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is collecting donations of winter clothing items to benefit families who utilize two local food pantries in her district, the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry and the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry, during the month of December.
Didech Highlights Small Business Saturday, Encourages Residents to Shop Local
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In recognition of Small Business Saturday this Saturday, Nov. 30, state Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is encouraging residents to support and celebrate community businesses this holiday season.
Kifowit Encourages Local Shoppers to Participate in Small Business Saturday this Year
AURORA, Ill. – As the holiday shopping season officially kicks off this weekend, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is encouraging local residents to frequent locally owned small businesses as part of Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30.
Rep. Walker, Sen. Gillespie Invite Residents to Constituent Holiday Party, Upcoming Events
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, and state Sen. Ann Gillespie, D-Arlington Heights, are inviting residents to a Constituent Holiday Party to bring in the holidays with a festive meet and greet on Monday, Dec. 9 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Arlington Ale House, located at 111 W. Campbell St., 3rd floor, in Arlington Heights.
Slaughter Partners with CAPs to Host a Career and Job Readiness Workshop
CHICAGO – To provide job opportunities for the community and connect residents with employers, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently partnered with Community Assistance Programs (CAPs) to host a Career and Job Readiness Workshop.
Didech Invites Local Seniors to Mobile DMV Event
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is inviting local seniors to join him for his Mobile DMV Event on Monday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the William E. Peterson Park, located at 16652 N. Buffalo Grove Rd. in Prairie View.
Rep. Hernandez Encourages Local Residents to Shop Locally, Participate in Small Business Saturday
AURORA, Ill. – As the holiday shopping season kicks off, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is reminding residents to shop at local businesses as a part of Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30.
Mason to Host Service Dog Awareness Workshop
GURNEE, Ill. – Residents, first responders and community organizations are invited to join state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, for a free workshop on service dog education and first-aid training from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on December 6 at the University Center at the College of Lake County in Grayslake. The all-day conference will include information on canine first aid, working dog classifications, fraudulent service dogs, employer rights and responsibilities, and first responder legal requirements and emergency intervention methods.
Mussman Encourages Community to Shop Locally on Small Business Saturday
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging shoppers to participate in Small Business Saturday to support community businesses and help stimulate the local economy.
Mussman Hosts Town Hall Meeting to Share Updates from Springfield, Hear Feedback
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – As the fall veto session came to an end, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, hosted her final town hall meeting of the year last week to discuss recent updates from Springfield and hear feedback from local residents.
Slaughter Backs Effort to Cut Government Spending, Take Steps Toward Property Tax Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported a measure to consolidate suburban and downstate first responder pension systems, a move that will cut bureaucratic waste and take steps toward real property tax relief for local homeowners.
Stuart Invites Community to Holiday Open House
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To provide an opportunity for residents to express their concerns about state and local issues, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be hosting her third annual Holiday Open House on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at her district office, located at 2105 Vandalia Street, Unit 16 in Collinsville.
Lilly-Backed Law Promotes Health Care for Dementia and Alzheimer’s Patients
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of her efforts to raise awareness about dementia during Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting a law she helped create to establish a full-time Dementia Coordinator at the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
Lilly Promotes Alzheimer’s Awareness
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly is highlighting the importance of early detection for Alzheimer’s disease.
Stuart to Host Mental Health Roundtable on Addiction Awareness
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To increase awareness and help break the stigma around mental health and addiction, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be hosting a Mental Health Roundtable focusing on addiction and the effects on the person living with substance use, on their family members, and on loved ones. Stuart is hosting this event with state Rep. Monica Bristow, state Sen. Rachelle Crowe and Chestnut Health Systems.