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Hamilton on SAFE-T Act: 'This is a bill that absolutely cripples the ability of officers to restrain and arrest perpetrators'

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 19, 2022

With January 1st, the effective date of the SAFE-T Act, approaching, local governments are preparing for its implementation.

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Hamilton weighs in on failures of Illinois school systems: 'Illinois’ education system is failing'

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 18, 2022

Earlier this month, the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board detailed a report from Wirepoints regarding Illinois schools that it described as "shocking." The report found that the majority of third graders could not read at grade level. Many state-level candidates are promising to provide better representation than their incumbent opponents have for their constituents if elected.

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Local youth director of American Heart Association: 'Chatham Elementaries just continue to amaze me with fantastic engagement and participation'

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 13, 2022

The elementary schools in the Ball-Chatham district recently received recognition for their engagement with heart healthy programs.

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Montgomery gives an overview of the Ball-Chatham CUSD5 office: 'Some tasks may take an hour to complete, while others, like the budget process, can take months'

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 13, 2022

Charlotte A. Montgomery, Chief School Business Official of Ball Chatham Schools, recently gave an update on aspects of the business office.

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Hamilton says SAFE-T Act 'will make our communities less safe'

By Andy Nghiem | Sep 22, 2022

The SAFE-T Act continues to be a hot topic for Illinois politicians, law enforcement, and citizens. The criminal justice reform bill signed into law back in January of 2021 by Gov. J.B. Pritzker has received major pushback from law enforcement, state’s attorneys, and state representatives.

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Butler: 'I am a big fan of NASCAR and Kevin Harvick'

By Andy Nghiem | Sep 1, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) recently voiced his approval of the paint scheme of Kevin Harvick's car in the NASCAR regular season finale.

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Smith: 'Sue Scherer is continuing Illinois Democrats’ radical push to defund the police'

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 31, 2022

The heavily debated SAFE-T Act is set to go into effect on Jan. 1, 2023. Since its inception, the SAFE-T Act has received push back from law enforcement, police unions and many Republican elected representatives.

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Smith, candidate for state representative HD 96: 'Illinois’ economy and our workers continue to suffer under the mismanaged economy of Sue Scherer'

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 31, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic had a nationwide impact on many economic sectors and states are now in the process of recovery. With the third highest unemployment rate in the nation, Illinois’ economy is lagging behind other states compared to the national average. It is the belief of many Republican elected officials and candidates that current policies of high taxes and rigid regulations is the cause.

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Sen. Turner announces baby formula drive 'for the people of our community who want to help'

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 26, 2022

Illinois State Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) recently announced a baby formula drive to provide relief to parents facing formula shortages.

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Rep. Butler: 'I have worked hard ... to make our roadways safer'

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 26, 2022

Illinois State Rep.Tim Butler (R-Springfield) recently spoke of his work with the House Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee and other groups to make the roadways safer.

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'Saturday Meet & Greet in Chatham!': Butler announces June 11 meet and greet campaign event

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 10, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Tim Butler recently announced a June 11 meet and greet event as he campaigns to represent the 95th District.

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'It is always a great time': Butler invites constituents to June 7 campaign fundraising event

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 1, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) will host a campaign fundraising event Tuesday, June 7, according to a recent Facebook post.

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Butler on new infrastructure integrity bill: 'The meat of this bill is about going after Russia on the things we can as the state of Illinois'

By Andy Nghiem | May 3, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) recently spoke in support of legislation that would boost cybersecurity for state infrastructure.

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'Congratulations to them on a great season and winning the Big Ten Conference title': Turner welcomes University of Illinois' men's basketball team

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 30, 2022

On April 5, Illinois Sen. Sally Turner welcomed the 2021-2022 Fighting Illini to Springfield in recognition of the hard work the University of Illinois' men's basketball team put in as they competed in March Madness this year.

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McClure: Madigan indictment 'shows how corrupt politicians are in this state right now'

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 21, 2022

Illinois State Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) recently voiced his opinion on the recent indictment of former Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan.

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McClure defends vote against appointment: 'He has given me no choice based upon his answers in committee'

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 25, 2022

State Sen. Steve McClure (R-Jacksonville) recently voted against appointing Daniel Beiser as a member of the Illinois Racing Board.

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Turner supports ethics reform package: 'These ideas will help protect the people of Illinois'

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 7, 2022

State Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) recently spoke in support of Senate Bill 3636, an ethics reform package.

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Turner reminds constituents rental assistance from state is available

By Andy Nghiem | Dec 13, 2021

Illinois State Sen. Sally Turner is reminding constituents that rental assistance is available to those who need it.

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Mandate opponent reveals vaccination card; 'between my personal beliefs and my students, my students will win'

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 11, 2021

A Springfield teacher who opposes vaccination mandates and refused to comply with state mandates requiring her to produce proof of vaccination has revealed that she was vaccinated last June.

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McClure: Clean energy policy 'has to be done in a responsible way'

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 23, 2021

State Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) has joined Illinois leaders to propose exemptions to new clean energy legislation that proposes closing coal-burning generating plants by 2035.