State Senator Michael E. Hastings carried legislation that would protect Illinois homeowners from unfair rate hikes.
Celebration marks launch of campaign to preserve historic Blessed Mother statue
The bill seeks to provide schools with modern tools to quickly alert first responders in the event of a crisis.
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Lauren Doman Awarded 2026 8th Grade Girls 4A Basketball Coach of the Year
House Bill 5487 passed the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday.
Najee L. and Jesna J. crowned 2026 Prom King and Queen
According to Hastings, of the roughly $200 million in spending, only about $10 million would be directed toward Will and Cook County.
Jacquie Major and Becki Kramer will begin their roles during the 2026–2027 school year
Kristy Doody, Katie Goddard, Laura Goebel, and Dr. Jackie Rozek recognized for their work in Summit Hill District 161 schools
Senate Bill 3524 passed the full Senate and now heads to the House for further consideration.
Senate Bill 2949 passed the full Senate Thursday with bipartisan support.
Senate Bill 3029 passed the full Senate Thursday.
Senate Bill 2741 passed the Senate Wednesday with bipartisan support.
Frankfort School District 157-C earns distinguished designation from Illinois Association of School Boards
Senate Bill 3561 passed the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday.
Senate Bill 3562 passed the Senate Judiciary Committee with bipartisan support.
Online prediction platforms allow users to wager money on real world events while avoiding the licensing and oversight required in Illinois.
District staff will compete against Lincoln Way Special Recreation Association in a wheelchair basketball game benefiting LWSRA
Senate Bill 3029 passed the Senate Insurance Committee on Tuesday.
Hastings is urging the General Assembly to pass House Bill 3799, legislation designed to strengthen oversight of insurance rate setting.
House Bill 598 passed the Senate Thursday with bipartisan support.
Senator Hastings is backing legislation aimed at modernizing how child support is calculated when parents share significant parenting time.
After hearing the governor’s budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2027, State Senator Michael E. Hastings released the following statement:
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Senator Michael E. Hastings introduced legislation designed to protect consumers from hidden fees and confusing subscription contracts.
The pilot program would position Illinois as a national leader in autonomous vehicle testing.
In this guest op-ed, Eliot Clay of AISWCD highlights Illinois’ growing investment in climate-smart agriculture.
Coach Mitch Stein Awarded 2025 Girls 3A Softball Coach of the Year
Participants celebrate their first cookies while gaining skills, certification and paid experience through a Dignity in Pay–funded program
Senate Bill 2948 awaits a hearing in the Senate Education Committee.
Senate Bill 3029 awaits committee assignment.
Senate Bill 2866 awaits committee assignment.
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Coletta’s Crossing Bakery to sell cookies and other goodies
VFW Post 9545 Selects Tonia Gatsios as Middle School Teacher of the Year; 6th grader Alex Socha wins Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest
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Decades of dedication and leadership continue to support individuals with developmental disabilities
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