We are officially one week out from the return of Edwards Apple Orchard and their famous apple cider apple donuts! One of Boone County’s greatest family traditions and must-visit attractions every fall.

Today we acknowledge, honor, and remember the sacrifices made by our military servicemembers and those who have earned the Purple Heart. Thank you to these brave heroes and their families…

National Black Business Month is a celebration of Black-owned businesses and the vital impact Black entrepreneurs have on the economy here in northern Illinois and across the country. They create…

The application period for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants for local park construction and redevelopment is open now through Aug. 31!…

Home delivery of alcohol in Illinois is here to stay, as the cocktails-to-go law has been extended for five years through August 1, 2028. Illinois restaurants and bars first began…

The Illinois Supreme Court has announced its opinion on the Pretrial Fairness portion of the SAFE-T Act, and by a 5-2 decision, they have ruled it as constitutional. This strikes down a…

State Rep. Joe Sosnowski invites residents of the 69th District to fill out his online legislative survey on current issues facing the State of Illinois. The survey can be accessed…

The Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) was enacted in Illinois following the passage of the state income tax in 1969. A key element of the agreement was the establishment of…

Illinois lawmakers worked to lift the 36-year ban on new nuclear energy construction permits this spring, with Senate Bill 76 receiving bipartisan support and headed to the Governor. Since 1987,…

Malicious actors are people who attempt to access a person’s mobile device or personal information for their own gain. Oftentimes, malicious actors set up ‘honeypots’ or traps that get a…