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Steve Cortes on Rep. Krishnamoorthi opposing SAVE Act: ‘Only radicals pretend there is something wrong with requiring ID’

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi’s opposition to the SAVE Act goes against 80% of Americans who “demand sensible Voter ID requirements.”

By Kane County Reporter | Apr 17, 2025

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'President Trump is helping create more equitable opportunities'

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, said that President Trump is holding universities like Northwestern accountable by emphasizing student success based on merit and character.

By Kane County Reporter | Apr 14, 2025

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Chairman of Aurora Township Republicans: 'Illinois must prioritize election integrity'

By Kane County Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, has expressed concerns over Illinois' approach to election integrity.

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Geneva mayoral candidate Pawlik: ‘A lot of people are looking for a change’

By Kane County Reporter reports | Mar 29, 2025

As the race for Geneva’s mayor is set to be decided on April 1, candidate Karsten Pawlik is criticizing the administration of current Mayor Kevin Burns – who was first elected 24 years ago – for its handling of key city projects, including the controversial development at the former Duke and Lee’s site.

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Kane County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

Municipal officials in Kane County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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IHDA notes Burton Foundation's non-compliance on tax credit application; Porter: ‘(Burns) had to have known’

By Kane County Reporter reports | Mar 27, 2025

Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns pushed the Burton Foundation’s bid to develop a mixed-housing project at the former Duke and Lee’s site at the corner of 3rd Street and South Batavia Avenue, despite the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) notifying the Burton Foundation that it was out of compliance and unable to receive grants for such projects, according to Geneva resident Mark Porter.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'Girls deserve dignity and boundaries, especially in private spaces'

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republican Party, said the recent incident at a Deerfield middle school represents "a blatant violation of federal authority and women’s rights."

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Retired teacher, former homeschool parent on Homeschool Act: ‘The bill infringes on parental rights’

By Kane County Reporter reports | Mar 25, 2025

Laurie Parman, a former candidate for the Illinois House of Representatives in the 66th district and a current candidate for a seat on the Community Unit School District 300 school board, is opposing the proposed Illinois Homeschool Act (HB2827), which aims to increase oversight on homeschooling families.

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Porter on Geneva Mayor Burns and 3rd Street development: ‘Corruption comes in many forms, and corruption has a real cost’

By Kane County Reporter reports | Mar 17, 2025

A heated debate over the zoning and development process for the former Duke and Lee’s site dominated the Geneva City Council's meeting on March 3, with resident Mark Porter alleging that Mayor Kevin Burns is engaged in corruption with the high-profile developer behind the historic district project.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: Hold Democrats 'accountable in the voting booth'

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 14, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, said that the March 5 hearing revealed how Brandon Johnson and other Democratic mayors cannot justify dangerous sanctuary city policies.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: Gov. Pritzker's administration needs to 'stop wasting money on failed programs'

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 14, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, has criticized Governor JB Pritzker's administration for its handling of Illinois' Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'Lawmakers now have an opportunity to listen'

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 13, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, said that Illinois parents have united in a protest to defend their right to homeschool freely.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'Trump stands ready to lead the nation'

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 11, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, said that President Trump's address to Congress on March 4 promoted a vision for a stronger, self-reliant nation driven by economic growth and America-first policies.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'Kane County residents deserve accountability'

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 7, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, criticized the Kane County Democrats' proposed 0.75% sales tax increase, describing it as a deceptive measure to obscure their excessive spending under the guise of public safety.

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State Rep. Ugaste: 'We can help Illinoisans thrive by removing the barriers to their success'

By Kane County Reporter | Mar 5, 2025

Dan Ugaste, a representative for Illinois' 65th State House District, announced that the new "Relief for Working Families" bill package aims to provide essential support for hardworking residents of Illinois.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'Rather than endorsing hopelessness, Illinois should invest in palliative care'

By Kane County Reporter | Feb 26, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, expressed strong opposition to the proposed Illinois assisted suicide bill.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'Border security is no longer just a promise'

By Kane County Reporter | Feb 24, 2025

Devin Corbett, chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, said that President Trump's commitment to border security has resulted in a Joint Statement of Understanding between the United States and Mexico.

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Aurora Township Republicans chairman: 'Families shouldn’t be punished for the governor’s reckless budget decisions'

By Kane County Reporter | Feb 21, 2025

Devin Corbett, Chairman of the Aurora Township Republicans, has criticized Governor JB Pritzker for allegedly leading Illinois into financial distress by imposing burdens on taxpayers instead of reducing unnecessary expenditures.

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Former Senate District 25 candidate Brown: ‘Madigan gave Karina Villa $1.44 million running against me in 2022’

By Kane County Reporter reports | Feb 18, 2025

Heather Brown, a Republican who ran for Senate District 25 in both the 2024 and 2022 elections, is calling for an investigation into politicians who received donations from former House Speaker Michael Madigan.

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State Rep. Ugaste on former House Speaker Michael Madigan's trial: 'Voters in Illinois have not had their say in their government'

By Kane County Reporter | Feb 13, 2025

Illinois State Representative Dan Ugaste (District 65) said that former House Speaker Michael Madigan maintained his power through illegal means following the verdict in Madigan's federal corruption trial.