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Monday, April 27, 2026
Multi-Agency Resource Center to Support Lena Residents Following Tornado

The American Red Cross of the Quad Cities and Northwest Illinois has been actively assisting the Lena community since the early morning hours of Saturday, April 18, following the devastating…


Sunday, April 5, 2026
Happy Easter from Leader McCombie

To celebrate Easter, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is sending well wishes to everyone across her district: “I wanted to wish you and your family a blessed and joyful Easter….


Monday, March 30, 2026
House Republicans Push for Estate Tax Relief

House Republicans have advocated for estate tax relief for years, backing legislative proposals to carve out relief for Illinois families and help family farmers. With last week being the annual…


Thursday, March 26, 2026
36th Annual Cherry Pie Day: Homeschool Advocates Come to the Capitol

Hundreds of homeschool families came to the Illinois State Capitol today to advocate for homeschooling and speak to lawmakers about the benefits of this educational pathway. The cherry pies are…


Friday, March 20, 2026
Pro-Life Rally Comes to the Capitol

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie welcomed pro-life advocates to the Capitol this week for a rally. Thousands gathered on the Capitol grounds to express their pro-life support and hear from…


Friday, March 13, 2026
McCombie Visits Students at WACC, Encourages Future Leaders

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie recently visited the Whiteside Area Career Center to speak to students in the “CEO” program and take a tour of the facility, which serves over…


Thursday, March 12, 2026
The Coolest Thing Made in IL: Voting Now Open

Voting has officially begun in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s annual Makers Madness contest to determine The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois. This statewide competition celebrates the creativity, innovation, and manufacturing…


Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Governor Pritzker Needs a Dose of Reality

During an interview with Capitol News Illinois last week, Governor Pritzker dismissed state Republicans as “doom grifters” and “carnival barkers,” even suggesting they are rooting for Illinois to fail. The…


Monday, March 9, 2026
Moody’s and WalletHub Paint the Real Picture

“Everything is too damned expensive,” Governor Pritzker said during his budget address last month. But instead of taking responsibility for Illinois’ struggling economy, continued outmigration, and high tax burden, the…


Friday, March 6, 2026
McCombie Visits Neighbors in Byron

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie recently visited Neighbors Health Center in Byron, a large skilled nursing facility that provides important care and services for members within her 89th Legislative District….