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Sen. Oberweis on a mission to rein in government spending

Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis’ motivation for pledging his support for the Balanced Budget Amendment is as simple as it is sincere.

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 28, 2020

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CITY OF GENEVA: City Seeking Applications For Strategic Plan Advisory Committee

The City of Geneva is looking for a dedicated resident to fill a vacancy on the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee.

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2020

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CITY OF BATAVIA: City Receives a Public Works Project of the Year Award

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2020

On January 14, 2020, the City of Batavia’s Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation project won a Project of the Year Award from the American Public Works Association Fox Valley Branch in the environmental category in the $25-$75 million division.

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CITY OF AURORA: Memorial Ceremony for Miguel Angel Villalon

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2020

A memorial ceremony will be held next week in Aurora to honor United States Army Specialist Miguel Villalon.

From Lake County Gazette

Rep. McSweeney, GOP colleagues call for immediate investigation into Automatic Voter Registration errors

By Glenn Minnis | 1 day ago

Like many of his Republican colleagues, Illinois state Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington) wants immediate action over the Secretary of State’s Automatic Voting Registration (AVR) system breach that allowed nearly 600 non-citizens to be mistakenly registered to vote.

From McHenry Times

Flawed Automatic Voter Registration system requires a 'full-fledged investigation,' Rep. Ugaste says

By Glenn Minnis | 2 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is calling for a full investigation into how the Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) system overseen by the Secretary of State's office mistakenly allowed hundreds of non-citizens to secure voting credentials.

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Rep. Ugaste open to new bill that would ban paying state workers out of private pockets

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 27, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) says he has some doubts about Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s move to take salary matters for certain senior-level staffers into his own hands.

From Will County Gazette

Chicago income tax would only drive more residents out, Sen. Oberweis cautions

By Glenn Minnis | 6 days ago

State Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) wonders how much longer Illinois taxpayers will be forced to carry the burden of poor policymaking.

From Lake County Gazette

'Bipartisan leaders need to get their act together' and 'cut taxes now,' Rep. McSweeney fumes

By Glenn Minnis | 8 days ago

Illinois state Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington) says there is plenty of blame to go around for an outmigration crisis that has seen the state's population decline in each of the last six years.

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CITY OF AURORA: Area Under Wind Chill Advisory

By Press release submission | Jan 21, 2020

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Chill Advisory for the area until 10 a.m. on Sunday, January 19.

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CITY OF ELGIN: Elgin Cultural Arts Commission's 2020 Call For Art Is Now Open For Submissions

By Press release submission | Jan 21, 2020

The Elgin Cultural Arts Commission's 2020 Call For Art is now open for submissions!

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Determined Rep. Ugaste not giving up on real property tax relief for Illinoisans

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 21, 2020

State House Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) has tunnel vision when it comes to bringing property tax relief to Illinois residents.

From Kendall County Times

Former Congressman Manzullo endorses Sen. Oberweis in 14th District race

By Glenn Minnis | 9 days ago

Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) has earned the endorsement of former U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-Rockford) in his campaign against U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville) in the 14th Congressional District.

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Rep. Skillicorn calls on House candidates to speak up about Madigan's leadership

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 16, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-Crystal Lake) is calling on challengers for his 66th District seat in the 2020 election to join his push for the resignation of embattled House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago).

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Rep. Ugaste calls for new House leadership in wake of latest Madigan scandal

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 16, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is calling for an immediate end to Mike Madigan’s reign as House Speaker.

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CITY OF GENEVA: Time To Dine During Geneva Restaurant Week

By Press release submission | Jan 15, 2020

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is pleased to highlight culinary excellence by offering Geneva Restaurant Week - an entire week of delicious discounted dining at some of the City's finest eating establishments.