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Illinois Opportunity Project leader joins Rauner campaign push

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jul 17, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner's campaign committee has hired Matt Besler, president of the Illinois Opportunity Project, as its chief adviser, the non-profit advocacy announced on Monday.

Workers' comp fraud can't be left on back burner, law firm argues

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jul 2, 2017

The budget battle in the Illinois Statehouse has allowed workers' compensation fraud to continue largely unchecked, the law firm Keefe, Campbell, Biery & Associates (KCBA) contends.

Budget breakdown lands Illinois one step from junk bond rating

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jun 8, 2017

Illinois did something this week that no state has ever done: received a downgraded credit rating to near-junk bond status.

'Bargain' budget praised as working for all of lllinois

By Ruth de Jauregui | Apr 12, 2017

A state budget plan that would threaten to hit legislators in their own pocketbooks is gaining early traction in the General Assembly, including being hailed as a solid solution by state Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-East Dundee).

Skillicorn opposes Kane County actions

By Ruth de Jauregui | Mar 30, 2017

State representative spoke against Kane County's approvals of a $50 million referendum and a resolution regarding Quick Take Eminent Domain powers.

Sinnett shares qualifications for Dundee Township Highway Commissioner

By Ruth de Jauregui | Feb 28, 2017

Scott Sinnett, Republican candidate for Dundee Township Highway Commissioner, turned to social media to share his qualifications for the position last week.

Hultgren to participate in veterans forum at Geneva American Legion

By Ruth de Jauregui | Feb 21, 2017

U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) will participate in a veterans forum at 2:30 p.m. March 3 at the American Legion Fox River.

Geneva prepares for upcoming Wine, Cheese and Trees event

By Ruth de Jauregui | Feb 12, 2017

The city of Geneva Natural Resources Committee (NRC) invites supporters to its sixth annual Wine, Cheese and Trees event to benefit the downtown urban tree canopy.

Amazon.com to open two facilities in Aurora, creating 1,000 full-time jobs

By Ruth de Jauregui | Dec 20, 2016

Amazon, Intersect Illinois and the Illinois Department of Commerce said today that two Amazon.com fulfillment centers will be opening in Aurora, creating 1,000 full-time jobs.

House passes Hultgren-sponsored CO-OP Consumer Protection Act

By Ruth de Jauregui | Sep 30, 2016

The CO-OP Consumer Protection Act, co-sponsored by U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-Aurora), will now move on to the Senate.

Evans dismisses Common Core education standards as 'social engineering'

By Ruth de Jauregui | Sep 7, 2016

Richard Evans, Republican candidate for the District 43 State House seat, has noted his opposition to Common Core.

Smodilla: Mautino 'not above the law,' should answer questions

By Ruth de Jauregui | Aug 23, 2016

Embattled Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino failed to provide answers to state legislators' questions for the fourth time earlier this month.

Smodilla agrees with decision to deny Mautino's extension request

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jul 29, 2016

Tracy Smodilla, Republican candidate for the State Senate District 22 seat, weighed in on the State Board of Elections' denial of Auditor General Frank Mautino's request for another extension earlier this month to turn over his amended campaign spending records.

Longmeadow Parkway project work underway in Algonquin

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jul 8, 2016

Construction on the long-awaited Longmeadow Parkway began in February, with work currently being done between Huntley/Boyer and Randall Roads, including clearing the area and contouring the land to allow for the roadway and a traffic light.

Illinois State Crime Commission honors candidate with Award of Excellence

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jun 17, 2016

DuPage County Board member and Republican 11th District U.S. House candidate Tonia Khouri was honored with the 2016 Award of Excellence in County Government this week. The Illinois State Crime Commission (ISCC) presented Khouri with the award at the "Salute to Those Who Make a Difference" awards dinner.

State GOP launches online Countdown Clock to Duckworth trial date

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jun 16, 2016

The Illinois Republican Party announced the launch of its online Countdown Clock this week, which highlights the upcoming trial of U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth (D-Dist. 8) over a whistleblower incident.