State Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is opposed to Amendment 1 for several reasons, including his opinion that it would make union bosses too powerful in Illinois.
Students whose learning has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can receive tutoring through the Illinois Tutoring Initiative. The Northern Illinois University College of Education and the State of Illinois are partnering to provide the tutoring.
Illinois Fraternal Order of Police President Chris Southwood threw his support behind an updated legislative package proposed by Senate Republications aimed at addressing the crime rate and supporting law enforcement officers.