This golden year in Illinois, we we proudly celebrate an extraordinary milestone of 250 years since 1776, when the United States Declaration of Independence was adopted. The State of Illinois is…

Second Annual Our Community Salutes Enlistee Recognition Ceremony SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. —As the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary throughout 2026, community and military leaders gathered to honor the…

According to the Chicago Police Department, Alphanso Talley has now been charged in the heinous murder of a Chicago police officer and the attempted murder of another officer, along with a long…

Rep. Schmidt Donates Pay Raise to Mascoutah Food Pantry & Concerned Christians Mascoutah, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has pledged to donate the legislative pay raise he voted against to local…

Wishing all our Illinois educators a very happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you for the dedication and care you bring to the classrooms every day. Each of you help shape…

Illinois Democrats’ Latest Tax Hike Proposal Fails to Advance House Republicans stood united against Illinois Democrats’ latest income tax hike proposal that would have opened the door to even more…

House Republicans stood united against Illinois Democrats’ latest income tax hike proposal that would have opened the door to even more tax increases on Illinois families and job creators. Just…

Illinois families and businesses have been hit with dozens of tax increases since 2019 and need financial relief. Our state can lower the cost of living for Illinois residents at…

Rep. Schmidt to Host Tire Recycling and Food Drive Event in Smithton Smithton, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) is hosting a Tire Recycling Event and Food Drive in Smithton and…

Join State Representative Kevin Schmidt for a Property Tax Appeal Seminar, presented by St. Clair County Board Member Ed Cockrell! Bring your property tax bill and learn important information on…