Oberweis reacts to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s first official “State of the State” address Jan. 29.
The law helps lower insulin costs by making generic insulin available sooner.
Zen Leaf already got a favorable recommendation from the city's planning committee.
State Sen. Jim Oberweis will host a free community event to help constituents better understand the federal Medicare program.
City council members voted 9 to 1 in favor of recreational cannabis businesses.
Families are asked to submit photos and written stories (max: 250 words) about veterans by Nov. 3.
The public hearing is planned for Oct. 2 at 7 p.m.
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City spokesperson Clayton Muhammed told Patch the city is working with different agencies to help residents find new homes.
The five-year consolidated plan will designate how to spend roughly $12M in federal funds.
The governor reportedly said, "Thank God it hasn't happened here."
The weeklong celebration begins with the raising of the Puerto Rican flag on July 20.
Irvin said he "fully support[s] our immigrant and refugee families who live in Aurora."
The bill, spurred by the mass shooting at Henry Pratt Manufacturing, will not get a vote in Senate.
The newest addition to the city's thriving arts community opened Saturday.
The bill comes in the wake of the Feb. 15 Henry Pratt shooting in Aurora.
City officials say work to improve accessibility at the venue will begin in June.
The Senior Health Fair is scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., June 6, at the American Legion Hall, 123 Main Street in West Chicago.
Aurora will host its first official Pride Weekend June 7 through June 9.
The swearing-in ceremony includes two new aldermen.
Sen. Oberweis: Senate Republicans vote ‘no’ on controversial tax plan because it has no guaranteed protections for middle-income families.
Mayor Richard Irvin made the announcement during a media briefing Tuesday.
The weekend-long festival, parade, and 5K have been canceled due to costs.
The bill hopes to improve gun licensing laws in Illinois to prevent violent offenders like Aurora shooter Gary Martin from getting guns.
Protesters called for Mayor Richard Irvin to keep Kokoraleis out of Aurora.
After meeting with Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin about convicted killer Kokoraleis, the ministry is asking for prayers and patience.
Aurora voters headed to the polls Tuesday to vote for aldermen and school board members.
Underwood used her speech to "honor a woman who has been a pillar of strength in my community during a particularly difficult time,"
Timothy Williams was shot three times when a gunman opened fire at Henry Pratt Manufacturing.
ISP hopes to "lay bare for the public and policymakers the depth and breadth of our vulnerabilities" after the deadly Aurora shooting.
"We have rekindled the light and will continue to shine brighter and stronger than ever," Mayor Richard Irvin said.
The measure signed Thursday, Jan. 24 expands access to welcoming centers and immigrant support programs.
The city earned a nod for installing 130 solar-powered motion detector lights to keep neighborhoods safe.
The Kane County State's Attorney's Office advises voters to call and report issues they experienced or witnessed at county polling places.
Senator Jim Oberweis says redistricting reform is the answer to extreme policy positions.
The mom was breastfeeding her baby when she was reportedly told to "cover up or go to the bathroom."
The weekend-long Pride fest would include a 5K, a poetry slam, a film fest, and more.
Senator Oberweis says after months of negotiations, the Senate voted May 30 to pass a balanced budget that does not require a tax increase.
Sen. Oberweis is disappointed he could not warn lawmakers against a tax-cut bill they overwhelmingly approved May 24, despite IRS warnings.
House Bill 5760 would block Cost of Living Adjustments for lawmakers, along with any increases in per diems or mileage reimbursement rates.