News

Friday, February 18, 2022
Observing Presidents’ Day

Washington’s Birthday is a United States federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February in honor of George Washington, the first President of the United States, who was born…


Friday, February 18, 2022
ComEd Encourages Illinois Students to Apply for College Scholarships of Up to $10,000 Each

$250,000 ComEd Future of Energy program seeks to build a diverse, inclusive future energy workforce by increasing the number of women, minorities in STEM fields ComEd this week launched its…


Wednesday, February 16, 2022
IDOT: Garden Plain & Freeport Roads in Whiteside County to see weight restrictions starting February 18

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that starting Friday, Feb. 18, weight restrictions will go into effect on the following roads in Whiteside County: • Garden Plain Road: 5…


Tuesday, February 15, 2022
VIDEO: McCombie: We need to do much more for DCFS workers than just attend their funerals

State Representative Tony McCombie pre-filed to sponsor Senate Bill 4165 in the Illinois House on Tuesday, to allow DCFS investigators to carry pepper spray or mace for self-protection and to…


Thursday, February 10, 2022
Reps. Keicher and McCombie invite public to Legislative Listening Tour stop in Genoa

State Representatives Jeff Keicher and Tony McCombie have scheduled a Legislative Listening Tour stop in Genoa on Monday, February 28th. The Legislative Listening Tour stop is free to attend and…


Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Check for Cash and Property Owed to You on National Unclaimed Property Day

February 1 is National Unclaimed Property Day Visit illinoistreasurer.gov/ICASH to Find Out What Belongs to You On February 1, states across the country will celebrate National Unclaimed Property Day to…


Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Rep. Tony McCombie Sponsors First Responder Safety Reform Package

Protections proposed for DCFS and other state agency employees Continuing her tenacious advocacy for changes within the state agency charged with protecting the well-being of children in the State of…


Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Concerned Citizens Get Involved with the Legislative Process: File Witness Slips to Voice Your Opinions!

Friday, January 14, 2022
McCombie: Illinois less safe since SAFE-T Act spurred crime wave

In February of 2021, Governor Pritzker signed the quickly drafted and un-vetted SAFE-T Act into law. The Safety Accountability, Fairness & Equity Today Act was purported to keep Illinois families safer. But,…


Thursday, January 13, 2022
Video: McCombie demands DCFS oversight