Honoring the Sacrifice of Lt. Jared Southworth By commemorating this stretch of road in Oakland, we strive to forever recognize and honor Lt. Jared Southworth’s service to our town and…

NEWS FROM SPRINGFIELD Last week was an exercise in hurry up and wait as the Democrats spent much time talking among themselves. Members of the Chicago Teachers Union showed up…

Budget, Insurance Reform, Jobs and More BUDGET CGFA publishes its three-year budget forecast.  As part of its overall duties, the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA), the budget-forecasting arm…

BUDGET CGFA publishes its three-year budget forecast.  As part of its overall duties, the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA), the budget-forecasting arm of the Illinois General Assembly, has…

It’s Springtime! Calving Season has started on the ranch. It’s a miracle. These remarkable animals eat a diet of various grains and grasses and turn that into protein and nutrient-rich…

I love it when student groups come to Springfield to learn about state government. If your group is interested in a tour and a meeting with me to discuss the…

After a truncated spring session, the Illinois General Assembly passed a $45 billion budget Friday evening. State Representative Chris Miller (R-Oakland) has released the following statement: “Governor Pritzker and Democrat…

If Illinois Is Getting All This Federal Dough, Cut Us Some Slack On Taxes And Fees! Illinois is expected to receive $17 billion from the federal government as part of…

Arbitrary Virus This virus has skills. It can do math, keeps a calendar and discriminately decides which businesses it will target. Here is the latest update: 84 Million Workers Face Jan…