Illinois residents are being warned about an ongoing phishing scam disguised as a text message from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). The scam claims recipients owe money for traffic tickets, toll violations, or other unpaid fines. Some messages threaten consequences such as additional fees or […]
The Illinois Firearm Deer Hunting Season is underway, scheduled for November 21st to November 23rd and December 4th to December 7th. As hunters prepare to head back into the field, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) emphasizes that safety should be their top priority. Last […]
Illinoisans are now able to use digital driver’s licenses and state IDs on their smartphones after the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office announced the launch of a new mobile ID program. Under the new digital ID program, residents can now add their driver’s license or state […]
During a recent Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) hearing, Republican lawmakers pressed state officials over major failures in the administration of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). At the November 18th hearing, representatives from the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) were questioned about persistent errors […]
After more than 230 years in circulation, the United States Mint has officially stopped producing the penny. The final one-cent coin was struck on November 12, 2025, at the Mint’s Philadelphia facility, marking the end of an era for America’s longest-running coin. The penny was first […]
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the Senate Republicans are sharing helpful tips to ensure that you and your family have a fun and safe holiday. According to the American Red Cross, Thanksgiving and the day before are the top two days of the year for […]
During the fall Veto Session, members of the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus once again hosted their annual Veterans Day Wall of Honor display at the Capitol, giving Illinoisans a way to pay tribute to the men and women who bravely served our nation. From October 28 […]
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is adjusting its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification program to comply with a new rule from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) that recently took effect. Under the new rule, states can no longer presume business owners qualify for […]
After weeks of uncertainty and disruption, the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has finally come to an end. On October 1, Washington Democrats triggered the shutdown after rejecting a bipartisan plan that would have kept the government open. The stalemate dragged on for 43 […]
In the early morning hours of October 31, lawmakers in the Illinois Senate voted on a controversial proposal that would legalize physician-assisted suicide in the state. Senate Bill 1950, also known as Deb’s Law, would create the End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act. The measure […]