Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery that occurs in every state, including Illinois. Statistics show that Illinois ranks in the top 10 nationwide in human trafficking cases. In 2021, the National…
Starting this month, the Illinois General Assembly will return to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can…
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day was created by multiple organizations in 2015. The group C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors) helped establish the day, noting that law enforcement officers have chosen a…
The colder months often bring higher energy bills for homeowners. If you live in the north with harsh winters, heating your home may be more expensive than cooling it in the summer….
From the Daily Chronicle: State Rep. Jeff Keicher, R-Sycamore, is working with officials in the 70th Illinois House District to increase enforcement and develop new policy proposals to prevent roadside…
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Human trafficking and slavery are billion-dollar industries that currently trap nearly 27 million people worldwide. This month, let us remember how prevalent this…
Happy New Year’s Eve! Wishing everyone a safe and happy night as we celebrate the beginning of the new year.
Pledge of Allegiance Day commemorates the day that our pledge was adopted by Congress in 1945. First published in 1892, our pledge honors our nation’s values of freedom and liberty.
In 2024, Illinoisans will see more than 300 new laws take effect. Here are a few notable new laws: Rep. Keicher – Helping Victims of Human Trafficking Public Act 103-35,…