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Friday, September 6, 2024
Illinois Democrats’ Rushed, Sweeping Election Interference Law Found Unconstitutional

The Illinois Supreme Court recently upheld a lower court ruling that declared a controversial sweeping election law passed by Illinois Democrats unconstitutional. Senate Bill 2412, which House Republicans nicknamed the “Katie…


Thursday, September 5, 2024
Farm Business Structure Webinar: October 22

The University of Illinois Extension is offering a Farm Business Structure Basics Webinar on October 22 to help producers choose the right business structure for a farm or ranch business….


Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Trial Begins on DCFS Workers’ Tragic Death

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has filed two bills that would increase protections for Department of Children and Family Services workers and those working to protect the state’s most vulnerable….


Monday, August 26, 2024
Chicago Tribune: Illinois’ Culture of Corruption

This week the Chicago Tribune launched a new series focused on dissecting the ongoing culture of corruption in Illinois. Chicago has a long-storied reputation of corruption that has continued to…


Monday, August 26, 2024
Reminder: McCombie to Host Office Hours August 29

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie continues to host office hours throughout her 89th District to accommodate residents she represents in Carroll and Jo Daviess counties as well as portions of:…


Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Big Boy Locomotive Coming to Illinois

Union Pacific’s Big Boy Locomotive No. 4014, one of the world’s largest operating steam locomotives, is making its way across Illinois soon! According to a report from the Associated Press, the…


Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Weekly News from Leader Tony McCombie

We are coming off an exciting week celebrating the Illinois State Fair, but in case you missed it, there are still plenty of fair opportunities to round out the summer….


Monday, August 12, 2024
Small Equipment Grant Program Now Open

The Illinois State Fire Marshal is now accepting applications for the Small Equipment Grant Program. Grants of up to $26,000 are being provided for the purchase of small firefighting and…


Thursday, August 8, 2024
IDOT to host Telephone Town Hall Meeting Aug. 15 for proposed improvements to Illinois 2 in Ogle and Winnebago counties

The Illinois Department of Transportation will host a telephone town hall meeting at6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 15, to discuss proposed improvements for Illinois 2 in Ogle and Winnebago counties. To…


Monday, August 5, 2024
National Farmers Market Week

National Farmers Market Week celebrates local agriculture and the dedicated farmers who bring us fresh produce and goods. This week, stop by your local farmers market to savor seasonal flavors…