In the wake of a recent unsettling incident near Edith Smith Middle School in Waukegan, Mary Cole, a candidate running for the position of Lake County State’s Attorney, addressed the community’s concerns about safety and the need for proactive measures. The incident, which occurred last week, involved a shocking act of violence in broad daylight. Individuals, caught on video, were observed recklessly discharging firearms from stolen vehicles in close proximity to a middle school.
In a recent Facebook post, Illinois State Representative Tom Weber expressed his concerns about the state's burdensome taxes and regulations that hinder opportunities for residents. Weber shared an article from the Journal Star, which highlighted Illinois' ranking for business taxes. According to a study conducted by Simplify LLC, Illinois ranked 42nd out of 50 states for tax friendliness, with low rankings in taxes on corporations, personal income, property, sales, and unemployment.
Mary Cole, a candidate for Lake County State’s Attorney, noted in a recent Facebook post the Safe-T Act’s mst controversial policy was eneacted on Sept. 18.
Shields Township Republicans noted a recent announcement from the Lake Forest Police Department in which police said they had arrested an individual in connection with a spate of burglaries.
Linda Brougham Cardella of the Vernon Township Republican Organization recently promoted a speaker event for Mary Cole who is running for Lake County State’s Attorney.
Co-hosts Joe Weiss and Pete Jansons discussed the homeless population problem outside of hte Lake Forest Bank of America on a recent of the Lake Forest podcast.
Chicago’s Morning Answer host Dan Proft has weighed in on the cancellation of a “Poverty Simulation” event that was to be held at the Highland Park Country Club on Sept. 9.
Vernon Township Republicans marched in the Buffalo Grove Days Parade on Sept. 3 over the Labor Day weekend. Volunteers from the organization handed out raffle tickets for a $100 gift card to Chick-Fil-A while walking the parade route. The winner will be invited to the next VTR meeting on Tuesday Sept. 26 which will be held in the Vernon Township Community Center (2900 N. Main St. Buffalo Grove) at 6:30 p.m.
On Aug. 29, the Chairman for the Shields Township GOP and the Vernon Township Republican Party released a joint statement welcoming Mary Cole to the race for Lake County State's Attorney. The Chairmen expressed reservations about the incumbent State's Attorney and their belief that Mary Cole would bring improvement to their communities.
Following the conviction of Tim Mapes, chief of staff for former house speaker Michael Madigan, State Rep. Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) has voiced a resounding call for greater accountability among elected officials in Illinois, emphasizing the need to address misconduct before it escalates into criminal behavior.
On Tuesday, Aug. 22, State Sen. Dan McConchie (R-Lake Zurich) held a 'Conversations Untapped' event at Uncle D's Bar and Grille located at 380 West Liberty Street in Wauconda.
The Lake County Republican Federation is set to host its Annual Membership Meeting and Breakfast, featuring guest speaker Representative Martin McLaughlin.
Vice President and Treasurer of the Lake County Republican Federation William Meyer expressed his dismay and condemnation after witnessing a homeless man being brutally attacked by community members, emphasizing the need to combat hate and vitriol in society.
Illinois State Sen. Dan McConchie (R-Hawthorn Woods) expressed gratitude for the joyful atmosphere and enthusiastic turnout at his recent Kids Fair event, highlighting the community's positive response on social media.
TThe Shields Township Republicans are voicing concerns over the vulnerability of Lake County communities to crimes due to Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart's leniency on criminal matters.