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Friday, November 1, 2024
Daylight Savings Ends Tomorrow

Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back an hour!


Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Elik: Here’s What to Know if You’re Voting a Provisional Ballot

Here’s what to know if you have to vote a provisional ballot in Illinois on November 5th. https://www.bnd.com/news/politics-government/election/article294011554.html


Monday, October 28, 2024
Elik Thanks First Responders

Every year on October 28th, we come together as a nation to recognize and celebrate the brave men and women who stand on the front lines during our most challenging…


Wednesday, October 23, 2024
California Democrats propose giving houses to immigrants: Is Illinois next?

The national debate on immigration continues to intensify, and California’s recent proposal to offer housing assistance to undocumented immigrants has placed even more attention on how states handle the crisis…


Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

Happy Tuesday! As we start another week, I wanted to take a moment to give you an update on some stuff that’s been going on around the Metro East and…


Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Elik and Harriss Tour Riverbend Head Start

Rep. Amy Elik said the following regarding her recent tour of Riverbend Head Start in Alton: “Riverbend Head Start & Family Services is such a great organization to have in…


Monday, October 21, 2024
Rep. Elik and Sen. Harriss Open Doors to Modernized Bethalto DMV

The Bethalto DMV re-opened this morning following renovations by the Secretary of State’s office. The remodel will allow customers to get their transactions done at one counter more efficiently. “I…


Thursday, October 17, 2024
Rep. Elik Paints the Town Red for AHS Homecoming

We are Painting the Town Red this week to support Alton High School’s Homecoming Week. Cheers to the students, teachers, staff, administrators, and the community for coming together to make…


Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Caucus Blog: Top 10 Vehicles Stolen in Illinois

In 2023, more than 41,000 vehicles were reported stolen in Illinois. Here are the top 10 cars stolen in Illinois and how to prevent theft. The Caucus Blog of the…


Sunday, October 13, 2024
Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy!

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy! Founded on this day in 1775, this branch is officially celebrating its 249th birthday. Thank you to all of the members of the U.S. Navy…