Illinois has an estimated population of 640,000 white-tailed deer, which ranks 22nd in the nation. Deer hunting is a way of life for thousands of Illinois residents, and with firearm deer season…

House Republicans have introduced legislation to protect funding for programs like Meals on Wheels. The bill (HB 5911) will move $25 million from migrant welcoming centers to support the Home…

Deer hunters in Illinois will be busy this weekend, as firearm hunting season begins this Friday and continues through Sunday, November 24. A second round of firearm deer hunting will…

Military Family Month is a time for us to honor the strength and sacrifice of military families. Thank you for all that you do to keep our nation strong! 

As November draws near, Illinoisans are gearing up for the transition back to Standard Time as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends this weekend. On Sunday, November 3, 2024, at precisely…

Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt presented the OTHS Bass Fishing Club with a check for their program from the Sportsmen Caucus.

When I first went to Springfield two years ago, I promised our veterans I would fight for them. It seemed the state was giving Illinois veterans a raw deal, and…

Today starts Food Bank Week, and it’s a great time to reflect on the fight to end food insecurity. Let’s come together to support our local food banks this week…

Wow! It has been a busy couple of weeks, and I wanted to update you on what I’ve been up to and what’s going on around the 114th District. WHERE’S…

On National Hero Day, we honor the everyday heroes who make a difference in our lives. From first responders to community leaders and everyone in between, be sure to share…