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DeVore: ‘Establishment Republicans hand-selected their candidates to speak' at Lincoln Day Dinner

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 26, 2022

Republican attorney general candidate Thomas DeVore is questioning the organizers of the Sangamon County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner over their preference for candidates supported by the so-called “combine” Republicans.

Sullivan: ‘Here in Illinois, J.B. Pritzker and the Democrats have had their way for long enough’

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 20, 2022

Republican gubernatorial candidate Jesse Sullivan is accusing Gov. J.B. Pritzker of not being transparent when it comes to the state budget.

Sullivan: ‘Illinois should be leading America’s economy, not trailing’

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 15, 2022

Republican gubernatorial candidate Jesse Sullivan is accusing Gov. J.B. Pritzker for failing the state’s economy.

Sullivan: Session a ‘taxpayer-funded crisis communications campaign for J.B. Pritzker and Illinois Democrats’

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 14, 2022

Gubernatorial candidate Jesse Sullivan is calling the recently wrapped legislative session “failed.”

Sullivan: ‘Taxpayers deserve a thorough investigation into patronage hiring in the Pritzker administration’

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 26, 2022

Republican gubernatorial candidate Jesse Sullivan has released a series of emails between indicted former House Speaker Michael Madigan's ally Michael McClain and some of the governor's highest level officials.

Sullivan: ‘Taxpayers and small businesses deserve better’

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 24, 2022

GOP gubernatorial candidate Jesse Sullivan is criticizing Gov. J.B. Pritzker for appropriating Covid relief funds for an unemployment insurance trust fund.

Gray: Gas tax ‘amounts to more than a billion dollars a year in new taxes’

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 24, 2022

Republican candidate for the 95th State House District Kent Gray is warning voters to not vote for Democratic or Republican lawmakers who voted to raise the tax on gasoline in 2019.

Sullivan: ‘We cannot trust political insiders to rid our state of patronage hiring and pay-to-play politics’

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 17, 2022

Republican gubernatorial candidate Jesse Sullivan has unveiled an anti-corruption plan.

Sullivan: ‘The Pritzker administration's incompetence and abdication of duty cost Illinois veterans their lives’

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 17, 2022

Republican candidate for governor Jesse Sullivan is drawing attention to a series of lawsuits against the state over the deaths of 36 residents at the LaSalle Veterans' Home.

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Milhiser: ‘Together we can work to remove corruption at its core’

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 15, 2022

Springfield-based GOP candidate for Secretary of State John Milhiser has spoken out against corrupt Democrat politics.

Sullivan: The announced indictment of 'former Democrat House Speaker Michael Madigan has been a long time coming'

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 2, 2022

For GOP gubernatorial candidate Jesse Sullivan, the recently announced indictment of former House Speaker and Democratic Party Chairman Michael Madigan is long overdue, and the former speaker’s influence is still felt across the state.

Ayala: 'I strongly believe in the intrinsic value of sharing the stories and the contributions of our cultures'

By Bree Gonzales | Jul 15, 2021

Illinois State Board of Education Superintendent Dr. Carmen Ayala joined educators from various backgrounds to laud Illinois as the first state in the country to require teaching a unit of Asian-American history in schools.

Pipe Trades Association director Terven on energy bill: 'The unintended consequences would be devastating'

By Bree Gonzales | Jul 9, 2021

The Consumers and Climate First Act proposal “picks winners and losers.” It can be damaging to Illinoisans.

Grain & Feed Association's Adkisson sees energy bill bringing higher costs for industry, farmers

By Bree Gonzales | Jul 9, 2021

Grain & Feed Association of Illinois executive vice president Jeff Adkisson asked Gov. J.B. Pritzker and lawmakers to ensure affected parties are involved when crafting bill proposals.

Murphy applauds Isaac Dahl, Eagle Scout candidate on way to basic training

By Bree Gonzales | Jun 29, 2021

In recognition of Memorial Day, Rep. Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) applauded local constituent, Isaac Dahl, for stepping forward to serve the country as he prepares to enter basic training with the Illinois National Guard this month.

Butler: 'It is awe-inspiring to see young people continue to step forward to serve in our nation's military'

By Bree Gonzales | Jun 28, 2021

State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) was among the many lawmakers who did not forget to honor the fallen service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in serving the country.

County clerks representative raises questions on allowing undocumented immigrants to vote in school board elections

By Bree Gonzales | Jun 28, 2021

During the Illinois Senate hearing on a bill that would allow undocumented immigrants to vote in school board elections, Tom Bride, of the Illinois Association of County Clerks and Recorders, expressed some of his organization's concerns.

Murphy calls bill to change operations in Sangamon County 'a travesty'

By Bree Gonzales | Jun 13, 2021

State Rep. Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) took a stand against SB 826, which Republicans say is a partisan overreach to reshape efficient operations at Capital Township against the wishes of its residents.

Murphy honors memory of public servant, local historian Tony Leone

By Bree Gonzales | Jun 11, 2021

State Rep. Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) presented House Resolution 73 to honor the memory of former chief clerk of the Sangamon County Election Office, Anthony "Tony" J. Leone, Jr.

Butler: 'Where's the data, Democrats?'

By Bree Gonzales | May 31, 2021

After the Friday night release of the Democrats’ maps, House Redistricting Committee Minority Spokesperson Tim Butler questioned the data used to draw the maps.

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