Today, Monday, September 18, is the first day in which Illinois courts will no longer be empowered to hold a hearing and demand that criminal defendants post cash bail as a…

State Representative Jeff Keicher joined officials in Chicago this week to reaffirm ties with Taiwan in the face of Chinese aggression. “As the co-chair of the Taiwan Friendship Caucus in the…

Today we recognize the strength and courage of our servicemembers who were held prisoners of war and honor those who are still missing in action. May we always remember their…

Well-designed parks and trails are valued parts of the environment. They can promote physical activity and community engagement while providing environmental and mental health benefits. Parks can also help reduce…

The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association hosts a yearly contest called ‘Makers Madness,’ which involves a bracket-style tournament in which the public decides what product earns that year’s title of The Coolest…

Some great opportunities are coming up to safely dispose of household chemicals and recycle other items like electronics in DeKalb County. All collections will be at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal…

The United States and China have one of the world’s most important and complex bilateral relationships. Since 1949, the countries have experienced periods of both tension and cooperation over issues such…

September is National Suicide Prevention Month and a reminder that we can all take action to prevent suicide. Here are 5 action steps that can make an impact on someone’s…

It is crucial to remember that the strength of our economy and the prosperity of our people are intricately tied to the dedication and skill of our workforce. The innovations…

Following the ruling by the Illinois Supreme Court this summer to uphold the so-called “SAFE-T” Act, including the implementation of no cash bail on September 18, four local legislators hosted…