News

Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Get Well Soon Rep. Meier!

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is sending well wishes to State Representative Charlie Meier, who recently announced he will be undergoing cancer treatment. In addition to thanking him for his…


Thursday, January 9, 2025
McCombie Comments on House Rules for 104th General Assembly

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie released the following statement following the adoption of the ‘new’ set of House Rules today: “In less than 24 hours the Speaker of the House…


Wednesday, January 8, 2025
McCombie Sworn in for New Term: 104th General Assembly Convenes

Today, State Representative Tony McCombie was sworn into office to serve the 89th District in the Illinois House of Representatives for the 104th General Assembly. Representative McCombie’s 89th legislative district…


Monday, January 6, 2025
Stay Warm in a Chicago Museum This Winter

As the colder months arrive, utilize the House Minority Leader’s FREE museum pass for your family! The Leader’s Office recently had a family enjoy a wonderful museum visit utilizing the…


Monday, December 23, 2024
Photos: Happy Holidays Edition

The holidays are spent well in and around the 89th District! The Office of the House Minority Leader visited a number of local events in honor of the holiday and…


Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Grants Now Available for Fire Station Updates

Grants are now open for local fire departments looking to rehabilitate or build a fire station. The grant program offers $5 million in grant funding, which is available to fire…


Saturday, October 12, 2024
Leader McCombie Recognizes National Farmer’s Day

National Farmer’s Day is a special day dedicated to honoring the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our world. According to the Illinois Farm Bureau, agriculture and related…


Friday, October 11, 2024
A Yom Kippur Message from Leader McCombie

With Yom Kippur beginning tonight at sundown, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is wishing a meaningful fast to all those who observe: “This is a sacred day for reflection, atonement,…


Friday, October 11, 2024
Weekly News from Leader McCombie

CORRUPTION A major criminal trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan began this week in Chicago. Madigan faces bribery and racketeering charges. The former speaker is charged, along…


Wednesday, September 18, 2024
McCombie Column: Madigan Set to Stand Trial, Ethics Reform Overdue

Illinois families deserve a state government that is honest and transparent. For decades, Illinois politics has been synonymous with corruption, with major scandals landing leading figures in both political parties…