SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – More surviving spouses of veterans injured or killed in the line of duty would be able to receive lower property taxes under a measure backed by state Rep. LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis. “The wives and husbands of our wounded warriors have...
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Throughout May, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is encouraging residents to recognize National Military Appreciation Month, which honors and remembers those who continue to protect our nation and those who gave the ultimate...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of the centennial anniversary of the nation’s largest wartime Veterans service organization, US Marine Corps Veteran and state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, recently introduced legislation honoring the legacy of the American...
ALTON, Ill. – As part of her ongoing support for Illinois veterans and military members, state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, is hosting a Veterans’ Advisory Council Meeting, allowing veterans and their loved ones to discuss ongoing issues and offer advice on how the...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help bring attention to the recent epidemic of suicide amongst our veterans, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is sponsoring a resolution that support veterans who may be facing mental illness and requests the state to create a memorial for...