DuPage County to Host Resiliency Workshops in East Branch DuPage River Watershed

A public workshop will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. March 3 at Lincoln Community Center in Downers Grove.

The 10 Republican Governors Talking New Taxes

Will Gov. Bruce Rauner end up doing the same?

Over 40 Woodridge Residents met with Trustee Candidate Linda J. Mast at Starbucks Seven Bridges Meet and Greet

Thank you to the many Woodridge Residents who shared their concerns and interests at Linda J. Mast for Trustee Meet and Greet

Your Illinois Driver's License Soon May Not Pass Muster with the TSA

State concerned about REAL ID. Also, one university tuition perk may be killed. Plus the gov's budget and local school funding.

How much money would your city lose under Rauner's proposed budget?

Illinois towns will feel the sting under Gov. Rauner’s budget plan. Find out just how painful the cuts could be…

15 steps that put Rahm in an unthinkable situation... and who could be next

Despite support from big corporations and Pres. Obama, these 15 steps led Rahm down a hazardous path. Could his friend be next?

Chronicling Corruption in Illinois: Enough History to Write a Book, Literally

“The federal crime rate in the [Chicago] City Council is higher than in the most dangerous ghetto in the city.”

A List of Spending Cut Highlights from Gov. Rauner's Budget Plan

Here is some of what you’ll find on Rauner’s chopping block.

Does Rauner's Budget Help the State at the Expense of the 'Burbs?

Gov. Bruce Rauner wants to slash state income tax revenue municipalities get by about $600M.

Meet Woodridge Village Trustee Candidate Dr. Linda J. Mast!

Where: Starbucks at Seven Bridges When: Sat. Feb. 28 Time:10am-11am Bring personal care item donation for West Suburban Food Pantry!

Rep. Sandack Responds to Gov. Rauner's Budget Address

Today marks the beginning of a budget revolution in Illinois, stated Representative Sandack.

Jeb Bush: His Own Man or Another Chip Off the Family Block?

Presidential hopeful uses Chicago speech to distance himself from father's and brother's legacies and create own identity. Is it working?

12 Fast Facts About the Illinois FY 2016 Budget

Here’s what you need to know about next year’s fiscal budget.

Representative Ron Sandack Files Bill to Allow for Local Control of Physical Education Curricula

House Bill 1330 would put decisions regarding PE participation at the local school district level.

Infographic: Illinois State Government Union Membership Over the Years

Whether you belong to a union, support unions or hate unions, you’ll be interested in these charts.

Rep. Sandack Announces Mobile Office Hours

Staff to be Available February 20 at Downers Grove Library

Foster To Host Discussions On Fraud Prevention For Seniors

Seniors are invited to a discussion hosted by Congressman Bill Foster in Aurora and Bolingbrook.

How to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Illinois: One owner explains

Brad Zerman’s hopes to open his dispensary soon to be able to serve as many of the state’s approximately 1,000 registered patients

Illinois Republicans Balk and Bark and Democrats' Minimum Wage Bill

That's just one of several financial issues getting attention in the last week as the new governor gets down to business.

A letter to Illinois taxpayers: This economic turnaround isn't going to be fun

With the state's enormous pension debt and $9 billion budget deficit, getting Illinois' finances back on track will be hard for everyone.

Mary Anne Blair, Magin "Mike" Martinez Host Meeting

The meeting takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Doggie Diner.

Illinois Sen. Jack Franks introduces a new anti-corruption bill

It's kind of pathetic Illinois would even need a law like this one on the books

3 influential Civil Rights leaders you didn't know were from Illinois

These people worked alongside other notable national figures from the era to try to bring equal rights to Illinois and the country.

Representative Ron Sandack Adds Additional Taxpayer Protection Bills to 2015 Legislative Agenda

Representative Sandack introduces many bills to protect Illinois taxpayers.

U.S. Rep Aaron Schock's communications director resigns over racist Facebook posts

The senior aide already faced media scrutiny earlier in the week for asking a reporter to delete pictures of Schock’s redecorated office.

Rep. Sandack to Return as Floor Leader; Will Serve as Leading Republican Voice on Three Other Key Committees

Sandack appointed as Republican Floor Leader and Co-Chair of Joint Commission on Administrative Rules

Rep. Sandack Reacts to Rauner's State of the State Address

Representative Ron Sandack responds to Governor Rauner’s State of the State Address.

Rep. Sandack Reacts to Rauner's State of the State Address

Representative Ron Sandack responds to Governor Rauner’s State of the State Address.

Rep. Sandack Joins Republican Lawmakers in Bill Package to Curb "Golden Parachutes"

Republican lawmakers in DuPage County area fight back against a recent severance agreement negotiated by the COD Board of Trustees.

Gov. Rauner Issues Illinois' First Medical Marijuana Permits

Here is a list of growers and dispensaries that are authorized to grow and sell medical marijuana in Illinois.

Last Call For Write-In Candidates for April 7 Election

The deadline to file as a write-in candidate is Thursday, Feb. 5 as dozens of local seats remain unopposed or open throughout DuPage County.

6 Fun Facts You Should Know About The 2014 Election

The 2014 Illinois governor’s race was full of major milestones and shocking surprises, and we have six facts to prove it.

Representative Ron Sandack Files Legislation to Change Dates for School Board Elections

Sandack proposes legislation to move school board elections to the general (fall) election.

Representative Ron Sandack Files Bill to Allow Illinois Municipalities to Seek Bankruptcy Protections

Sandack filed legislation that would make Illinois the 25th state that allows municipalities to seek bankruptcy protections under Chapter 9.

Is Gov. Rauner Considering Tax Increases?

Rauner talks taxes, spending.

How Much Could You Buy with Illinois' Budget Deficit?

See what and how much the average Illinoisan could buy with $9 billion.

Foster Invites Constituents to Participate in "Valentines for Vets"

Valentines should be dropped off at Congressman Foster's offices by Monday, February 9th.

Sandack 2015 Agenda Promotes Taxpayer Protections and Accountability/Transparency Measures

Sandack filed eight pieces of legislation for the 99th General Assembly

The Painful Story Behind Illinois' 'Compassionate' Medical Marijuana Law

Illinois’ political incompetence and history of corruption blocks medical marijuana.

Do You Think Illinois Lawmakers Deserve These Salaries?

Illinois is definitely the place to legislate in the Midwest.