Power, Patronage, and Pay-to-Play: Madigan’s Conviction Exposes Illinois’ Broken System For decades, former House Speaker Michael Madigan ran Illinois like a criminal enterprise, prioritizing power,

State Senator Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) released the following statement regarding the guilty verdict against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.  “This guilty verdict was well-deserved.

Valentines Day is a time to let people know they are loved and that you are thinking of them. This is the inspiration behind his

Inauguration of the 104th General Assembly The start of a new General Assembly signals the beginning of a fresh chapter for state government, with new

A recent study by the Tax Foundation highlights Illinois’ challenges with tax competitiveness, ranking the state 37th overall in its State Tax Competitiveness Index. The annual report

Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to bring on the holiday cheer with festive lights and decorations. Whether you prefer classic white lights

With an influx of illicit drugs flooding into correctional facilities, Illinois Senate Republicans are calling on Governor JB Pritzker to act urgently to address the

Illinois workers now have a new way to recover unpaid wages and penalties, thanks to a collaboration between the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office and the

As Illinois residents prepare for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, whether they are cooking at home or traveling to visit loved ones, it is important to

The second and final week of the General Assembly’s Veto Session wrapped up on Thursday with few legislative items passing through either chamber.  While the