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Monday, August 5, 2024
National Farmers Market Week

National Farmers Market Week celebrates local agriculture and the dedicated farmers who bring us fresh produce and goods. This week, stop by your local farmer’s market to savor seasonal flavors…


Thursday, April 4, 2024
Ways to Safely View the Upcoming Solar Eclipse

On April 8th, Illinoisans will get to experience one of astronomy’s greatest marvels: a total solar eclipse. While typically only visible from the same place every three or four centuries, April’s…


Monday, January 29, 2024
Federal and Illinois Tax Season Starts January 29

The Illinois Department of Revenue will begin accepting 2023 state individual income tax returns on Monday, January 29. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) also begins accepting federal income tax returns on this date. For…


Tuesday, January 23, 2024
House Republicans Renew Call for Ethics Reforms

As the tangled web of Democrats’ corruption continues to unwind over and over in federal court, Illinois House Republicans have renewed calls for needed ethics reforms. The list of convictions continues to…


Thursday, December 21, 2023
Tamale making a Christmas-time Tradition for many Illinois Families

Tamales have been a staple in Mexican culture for centuries, dating back to the times of the Aztecs, Mayans, and Olmecs. Tamales are regarded as a sacred food for the gods and…