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Thursday, February 5, 2026
Democrats Want to Tax Your Campfires

When it comes to staying warm and enjoying time outdoors, Illinois House Democrats seem determined to make it as expensive as possible. First came their massive energy rate hike last…


Monday, January 12, 2026
Davidsmeyer’s disability bill goes into effect

Doug Jenkins – Advantage News A bill that is “basic common-sense” and that the sponsor says will alleviate hassle for both Illinoisans and government alike is now law as of…


Thursday, December 4, 2025
Illinois Opts Out of Federal “No Tax on Tips” Rule, Leaving Tipped Workers on the Hook for State Income Tax

by Dani Tietz – SJO Daily Illinois has officially declined to adopt the federal “no tax on tips” provision signed into law this summer, meaning service workers across the state…


Monday, November 17, 2025
Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway to Support Families in Need in Jacksonville

More than 300 turkeys will be given away this week through a partnership of state legislators, local officials, and community businesses. State Senator Jil Tracy, State Representatives Kyle Moore and…


Thursday, October 2, 2025
GOP rep, Dem alderman: Sanctuary policies drove immigration enforcement surge

By Jim Talamonti | The Center Square (The Center Square) – A Republican state lawmaker and a Democratic Chicago alderman agree that sanctuary policies are the reason federal agencies have ramped…


Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Protecting Our Communities, House Republicans Sponsor Legislation to End Sanctuary State Policies

When former President Joe Biden took office, he flung the southern border of the United States wide open. During his tenure, millions of illegal immigrants poured into the country, overwhelming…


Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Davidsmeyer honored for work on behalf of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities

By Benjamin Cox – WLDS 100th District State Representative Christopher “C.D.” Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) was presented the 2025 IARF Champion Award by Josh Evans, President & CEO during the Association’s 2025…


Thursday, July 17, 2025
Local Legislators Launch School Supply Drive to Support Students in Need

As families prepare for the upcoming school year, State Senator Jil Tracy (R-Quincy), Representative Kyle Moore (R-Quincy), and Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) are inviting the community to help local students…


Monday, June 16, 2025
Convicted ex-Speaker Mike Madigan sentenced to 7.5 years in prison

Davidsmeyer urges 57 legislators to donate tainted Madigan money to charity Convicted former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan was sentenced to 7.5 years in federal prison and a $2.5…


Saturday, May 31, 2025
Davidsmeyer Blasts IL Democrats’ ‘Tax, Spend, Repeat’ Budget

With $250 million in pork projects, Davidsmeyer calls out ‘Democratic Majority Slush Fund’ Late at night on the May 31 budget deadline, Illinois Democrats passed a massive spending plan for…