Congratulations to Pekin Police Officer Terry Lair, who has been named the Illinois Army National Guard’s Noncommissioned Officer of the Year! Sgt. Lair competed at the Illinois Army National Guard’s…

I am so proud of the hard work and dedication of the folks with ties to Bishop Hill as they fight to save their buildings. These are state-owned buildings –…

Congratulations to Komatsu America Corp.’s facility in Peoria for manufacturing the winning entry in the 2024 “Makers Madness” competition hosted by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association! The massive mining truck produced…

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights the Rural Cooperative Development Grant. This grant aims to improve the economic conditions of rural areas by assisting individuals or entities in starting up, expanding, or enhancing…

Six months after the full implementation of cashless bail, and other provisions, of the Illinois SAFE-T Act, residents in our state are finding themselves less safe. Headlines, articles, and TV…

The Universal Recognition of Licenses Act would allow individuals with out-of-state occupational licenses or government certifications to work in Illinois if they meet the necessary training or testing and relevant…

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights the Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program. The goal of this grant is to improve and expand surface transportation infrastructure in rural areas, which in turn will increase…

Time is running out to file your state and federal income tax returns. The filing deadline is Monday, April 15. Here is some helpful information from the Caucus Blog to…

On Monday, April 8, Illinoisans will once again get to experience one of astronomy’s great marvels – a total solar eclipse. Check out this Caucus Blog article to learn how…

Earlier this year, the Kewanee community lost one of its greatest ambassadors and entrepreneurs. Philip Hackman “Phil” Good passed away on February 20 at the age of 89. Phil Good…