The Illinois State Treasurer is holding over 3.5 billion dollars in unclaimed property for Illinoisians, and there’s a chance you may be owed lost funds. Learn more here.

The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association hosts a yearly contest called ‘Makers Madness,’ which involves a bracket-style tournament in which the public decides what product earns that year’s title of The Coolest…

The Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund provides up to $60,000 in mortgage assistance to eligible homeowners — paid directly to the servicer, taxing body or other approved entity. More info here.

Today we recognize the many contributions of American workers to the strength and prosperity of our nation. Wishing all a happy Labor Day!

Food banks provide a crucial service to our communities as they help families across the state fight food insecurity and find resources for living a healthy, happy life. If you…

Synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, are now the most common drugs involved in drug overdose deaths in the United States. In Illinois, we are fighting this dangerous epidemic by raising awareness…

On August 28, State Representatives Amy Elik, Charlie Meier, Katie Stuart, and Senator Erica Harriss toured the Community Link workshop in Breese. Lawmakers were at the facility to talk about…

The Illinois State Board of Education’s 2024 Those Who Excel and Teacher of the Year Awards applications open Friday, September 1. Learn more at isbe.net/TWETOY

GENERAL ASSEMBLY Tim Mapes, key aide to former Speaker Madigan, convicted in federal court. The former chief of staff to the office of the Speaker was found guilty of perjury and…

On this day in 1818, the Illinois Constitutional Convention adopted the first State Constitution and selected Kaskaskia as the first state capital. Happy Constitution Day, Illinois!