Eastern Illinois Hosts Teen Conference on Drug, Alcohol Free Life

400 participants, volunteers, and mentors at Cebrin Goodman Teen Institute 45th annual leadership conference July 19th through July 25th.

Parn Financial Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance

Carthage, IL agency owner has nine years of insurance experience

Join Rep. Butler for Coffee & Conversation in Athens

Join State Representative Tim Butler for some coffee and conversation on Friday, July 12 at Athens City Hall from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

What’s the Average Social Security Check in Springfield?

Find out how to get the largest payment you can.

Gov. Pritzker Given Warning For Speeding On WI Lake: Reports

One report says the governor was going 41 mph in a 35 mph zone while enjoying a weekend with his family at his lake house.

Join Rep. Butler for Coffee & Conversation in Athens

Join State Representative Tim Butler for some coffee and conversation on Friday, July 12 at Athens City Hall from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Bicentennial of 21-Star U.S. Flag for Illinois this July 4

Bicentennial of 21-Star U.S. Flag for Illinois becoming a state is this July 4, Rep. Butler encourages Illinoisans to celebrate.

Operation: Veteran Smiles in Quincy

U.S. Cellular associates hand-deliver toiletry kits and cards to the Illinois Veterans Home

Springfield 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in and around Springfield.

Rep. Butler, Sen. Brady to Host Senior Citizen Health Fair July 9

State Rep. Tim Butler and State Sen. Bill Brady are collaborating to host a health fair for local seniors on July 9.

Pritzker Signs Abortion Bill, Calls It 'A Giant Step Forward'

"In a time when too many states across the nation are taking a step backward, Illinois is taking a giant step forward for women’s health."

Local Women to Help Raise Awareness of the #1 Cancer Killer

Lung Association Launches the LUNG FORCE Foursome for their annual Springfield Golf Classic

Local Businesses Tee Up to Fight Lung Disease

Springfield companies partner with American Lung Association for Springfield Golf Classic

ITA: Capital Bill, CDF Repeal Welcome News for IL Truckers

The Illinois Trucking Association thanks leaders in Springfield for helping improve roads, provide fee relief.

Illinois Transportation Big Winner in New Capital Bill

Billions of dollars in long-overdue spending will help Illinois rebuild its transportation infrastructure

Bouncing into Summer at End-of-School-Year Bash

U.S. Cellular helped host an end-of-school-year bash for members of Boys & Girls Club of Pekin

Illinois Gas Tax Will Double, Sports Gambling Bill Passes

Lawmakers also signed off on a $40 billion state budget over the weekend.

Sweeping Abortion Rights Bill Heads To Pritzker's Desk

The bill has the support of the governor, who vowed that Illinois would be the "most progressive state" on abortion laws.

Bill Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Passes Illinois House

Under the new law, people over age 21 can legally possess up to 30 grams of cannabis starting next year.

Butler, IL House Honor Life of Tremont Marine Daniel Baker

During Memorial Day proceedings, the IL House paused for the adoption of House Resolution 367 to honor the life of USMC Cpl. Daniel Baker.

Marijuana Legalization Passes Illinois Senate, Heads To House

The revised bill restricts home-grown cannabis, limits expungement of past pot convictions and adjusts how marijuana revenue is distributed.

Illinois House Passes Abortion Rights Bill

As other states pass increasingly restrictive abortion bans, Illinois passed sweeping abortion rights protections.

Progressive Income Tax Constitutional Amendment Headed To Ballot

In a party-line vote on Memorial Day, the House voted to put a proposed amendment to the Illinois Constitution on the November 2020 ballot.

Butler: One-Off Tax Hike Vote is Not the Answer

State Representative Tim Butler (R-Springfield) issues statement following tax hike vote.

Advocates Hail Student Mental Health First Aid Bill Approval

Mental Health First Aid training of adults aims to help students who may be facing a behavioral health crisis, such as suicidal thoughts.

Illinois Capital Bill Could Help Boys and Girls Clubs

Officials with the Boys and Girls Clubs Illinois Alliance lead a Statehouse news conference calling for infrastructure investment.

Rep. Martwick Amendment Moves Illinois Closer to Fair Tax

Push for the Fair Tax Amendment would fundamentally change Illinois' financial situation.

Hospitals, Health Centers Unite to Push for Capital Funds

Safety-net hospitals and community health centers seek nearly $300 million to support vital infrastructure upgrades.

Springfield’s Premier Golf Outing Set for June 17

Lung Association to host Springfield Golf Classic at the Illini Country Club

Madigan Sexual Harassment Investigation Could Cost $1.38 Million

An audit of the handling of harassment complaints in Speaker Michael Madigan's office has already cost $571,000, according to a new report.

Is the End Near for Sweepstakes Machines in Illinois?

The future of sweepstakes machines in Illinois was recently the focus of a legislative hearing.

Higher Education Supports Build Up IL Capital Funding Push

Years of delay in state infrastructure support have left public and private campuses in need of repair.

Reps Butler & Murphy to Host Senior Technology Workshop May 6th

State Reps Tim Butler and Mike Murphy are inviting local seniors to a free workshop about how to use technology such as smartphones.

Springfield’s Celebrities Compete for Charity

Lung Association hosts Celebrity Bartender Night on May 9

ISVMA, Titan Help Veterinarians with Drug Compliance

A new partnership between the IL State Veterinary Medical Association and Titan Group will help follow state and federal drug laws.

Legalize Marijuana? Illinois Needs Mental Health Funding Boost

Advocates tell lawmakers: prepare to boost mental health care, drug prevention, and treatment funding to address services demand surge.

MCAI: Illinois Ready for Medical Cannabis Program Expansion

The trade association for cultivation centers and dispensaries is pushing for making the program permanent and helping patients qualify.

ISRA Wins In Case Against East St. Louis Housing Authority

ISRA wins 16th straight court case

State Income Tax Constitutional Amendment Passes Senate Committee

A committee approved a bill Wednesday to give voters a chance to repeal the Illinois Constitution's ban on progressive income tax rates.

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