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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Scott’s Law

The Illinois State Police suffered two Move Over Law-related crashes this week. In 2024, ISP has already suffered 14 Move Over Law-related crashes with six troopers injured.  Our state’s Move…


Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Rep. Friess Organized Work Day at Lincoln Park in Red Bud Brings Community Together

Red Bud, IL…State Representative David Friess’ Women’s Leadership Initiative, in collaboration with various community organizations, organized a community work day on Saturday, April 20th. They held the event to foster…


Monday, April 22, 2024
Happy Earth Day!

Happy Earth Day! Today is a great reminder that we need to do the work to keep our planet healthy. You can get involved by recycling, cleaning up your local…


Friday, April 19, 2024
This Week in Springfield (Photos)

Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Rep. Friess Co-Sponsored Legislation Protecting Children from Abuse Passes House

Springfield, IL…This week, the Illinois House of Representatives took a significant step forward in protecting our children by passing HB 4350, the Child Abuse Notice Act. Co-Sponsored by State Representative…


Monday, April 15, 2024
Rep. Friess’ Office Taking Donations for Sen. Bryant’s Diaper Drive

State Representative David Friess’ office is accepting donations for Senator Terri Bryant’s Mother’s Day Diaper Drive. The Diaper Drive is underway and concludes on May 8th. Accepted items include diapers,…


Friday, April 12, 2024
This Week in Springfield (Photos)

Thursday, April 11, 2024
Understanding the New Grandparent Loophole for FAFSA

The 2023-2024 FAFSA application is due June 30, 2024. FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is a form utilized by universities across the country to determine whether a student…


Tuesday, April 9, 2024
National Former POW Recognition Day

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day honors the brave men and women who have endured captivity in war. These individuals have shown incredible bravery and perseverance during a time…


Sunday, April 7, 2024
Ways to Safely View the Upcoming Solar Eclipse

Tomorrow, Illinoisans will get to experience one of astronomy’s greatest marvels: a total solar eclipse. While typically only visible from the same place every three or four centuries, April’s total solar…