The elimination of cash bail took effect Monday in Illinois, which came after after extensive delays and legal challenges. Some prosecutors and law enforcement leaders believe it will place more…

Be aware, Illinois. As of September 18, Illinois courts are no longer empowered to hold a hearing to require that a criminal defendant post cash bail as a condition of…

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie released the following statement as the elimination of cash bail is now effective in Illinois: “The end of cash bail means the legal deck is…

One of the best places in Illinois to witness the dramatic transformation of summer to fall is located in the northwestern corner of the state on the Mississippi River in…

Happy National Tradesmen Day to the men and women who use their unique skills to build and maintain our nation. Your hard work and dedication to your trade keeps our…

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie recently spoke to 150 members of the Illinois Licensed Beverage Assocation at their 137th Annual Convention and Business Meeting. The group gathered to hear from…

State Representative Tony McCombie delivered special cards to residents in long-term care facilities to help celebrate Grandparents Day. The Representative held a card drive last month inviting Northwest Illinois residents…

PUSH FOR GREATER ETHICS CONTINUES               I have repeatedly called for ethics reform in the Illinois House of Representatives; I proudly supported initiatives of fellow members and my own to instill…

Twenty-two years ago today, our lives were forever changed. Today we remember the heroes who emerged that day, from first responders who ran toward danger, to the everyday Americans who…