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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…


Friday, April 5, 2024
Mark Your Calendars: FREE Shred Event in Pinckneyville May 11th

This is a drive-up event for shredding of your confidential documents. Just pull up and drop off your documents for safe and secure shredding. Legislative staff will be on-hand to…


Monday, April 1, 2024
National Child Abuse Prevention Month

National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to bring awareness to this issue and to honor and uplift the survivors of child abuse and neglect. Knowing the signs, such…


Sunday, March 31, 2024
Happy Easter!

Happy Easter! Wishing everyone who celebrates a peaceful and joyous day with family and friends.


Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Rep. Friess and IOA Providing Eclipse Glasses Ahead of April 8th Solar Eclipse

Thanks to the Illinois Optometric Association for providing FREE protective glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8! Feel free to stop by Rep. Friess’ district office in Red…


Tuesday, March 26, 2024
March 26 marks end of Battle of Iwo Jima; Illinois service members’ role in victory

March 26th serves as a day of remembrance for the thousands of American service members who risked and lost their lives fighting at the Battle of Iwo Jima during World…


Monday, March 25, 2024
National Medal of Honor Day

National Medal of Honor Day recognizes those who have received the highest military award for valor. Since its creation in 1861, only 3,517 members of the armed forces have achieved…


Friday, March 22, 2024
This Week in Springfield (Photos)

Thursday, March 21, 2024
Illinois House Republicans Unveil Truth in Public Safety Legislative Package (w/Video)

Springfield, IL…Today, the Truth in Public Safety (TIPS) Working Group, comprised of House Republicans dedicated to addressing public safety concerns, revealed a comprehensive legislative package aimed at making communities safer,…


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
March 19 is Primary Election Day in Illinois

Five states, including Illinois, will be holding their Primary Election Days on Tuesday, March 19, a week after both Joe Biden and Donald Trump secured their parties nominations to top…