Total consumer debt increased by seven percent from 2021-2022, rising from $15.31 trillion to $16.38 trillion. Auto loans, credit cards, mortgages and personal loans saw the largest increases on a percentage basis….

A properly installed car seat can save your child’s life. Make sure your child is in the right seat for their age and size by checking with a certified child…

Only two horse racing tracks remain in Illinois, one in western Chicago in Stickney and the other in the Metro East in Collinsville. Three horse racing tracks have closed within the last…

Today we commemorate the signing of the United States Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787. The Constitution defined the framework for our federal government, uniting citizens as members of…

Harvest season is here. Remember to watch for large equipment, be patient, and give our farmers plenty of room on the roadways in the coming weeks and months. Wishing all…

Well-designed parks and trails are valued parts of the environment. They can promote physical activity and community engagement while providing environmental and mental health benefits. Parks can also help reduce…

If you are planning a trip to view fall foliage this year, be aware that peak viewing times could be cut in half due to dry conditions. Learn more here.

If we want to stamp out corruption in Illinois, then elected officials need to be held accountable for bad behavior long before it becomes criminal. It’s time to give Illinoisans…

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (89th District- Savanna) announced the House Republican’s budget team on Friday, naming Deputy Leader Norine Hammond (94th District- Macomb) as Chief Budgeteer for the caucus…

Springfield – Yesterday, the Illinois Department of Public Health announced they would withdraw Governor Pritzker’s emergency rule that would have enacted penalties for small businesses who open their doors in…