Throughout the event the City made use of its emergency notification system, Nixle.  Area residents receive text messages by texting your zip code to 888-777;

While many across the state are enjoying putting away their mittens and scarves, farmers are considering what Illinois’ mild winter means for this year’s farming

On February 23, the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) announced the highly anticipated outcome of a member-wide vote on strike authorization.

Finding itself falling to the bottom of yet another state comparison ranking, Illinois ranked 34th nationally in well-being in a recently released report published by

In the days following Gov. Bruce Rauner’s annual budget address, Senate lawmakers once again returned their attention to negotiating a resolution to Illinois’ ongoing budget

Illinois legislators, representatives from the state Department of Public Health, and health advocates gathered in Capitol Feb. 15 to spread awareness of the American Heart

Legislation has been introduced to grow Illinois’ bio-based economy, building upon the state’s strong agricultural base and seeking to provide new products and markets derived

Sen. Rezin says she is ready to work with the Governor and her fellow lawmakers to put aside the divisive rhetoric and make the kind

Gov. Rauner outlined budget options to a joint session of legislators in the House of Representatives, during his third annual Budget Address Feb. 15. For

Springfield, IL – State Sen. Sue Rezin issued the following statement as reaction to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s Budget Address Feb 15. “I appreciated Gov. Rauner’s