In the Illinois General Assembly, lawmakers convene in Springfield for two different legislative sessions during the year. The first of the two is Spring Session or Regular Session, taking place…

Before the creation of infrastructure and establishment of large populous cities, bison roamed around North America, including in Illinois. The Prairie State served as the perfect spot for these large mammals as…

Tomorrow is Election Day and Illinoisans who did not vote early or by mail will be taking to the polls to cast their ballots for the candidates of their choice….

As November arrives, Illinoisans are gearing up for the transition back to Standard Time as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends this weekend. On Sunday, November 3, 2024, at precisely 2…

Halloween has roots that stretch far beyond the brightly lit pumpkins and decorated houses we see across Illinois each October. Its origins go back to the ancient Celtic festival of…

State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) and State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) are partnering with the Illinois Tollway on November 7 in Sycamore to help motorists update their I-Pass technology…

Last week began with opening statements in the racketeering conspiracy trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan, whose attorneys insisted that no one had the right to speak for…

For this episode of Keicher’s Community Corners, Rep. Keicher visits the Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois, commonly known as VAC. VAC is committed to providing high-quality services that address…

Do you know someone who has been the victim of a stroke? The chances are very high, as one in six people worldwide will suffer a stroke during their lifetime….

For centuries, Halloween has been celebrated around the world by children and adults alike. While the reason for celebration has gradually changed since the first Celtic festivals, October 31st has long…