Lake County Gazette

Rep. Tom Weber uses video to chide lawmakers about rising Illinois taxes

By Robert Hadley | Jul 5, 2019

State Rep. Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake) made sure his vehicle’s fuel tank was full the evening of June 30, the day before a 19-cents-per-gallon increase in the gasoline tax – double the previous rate – went into effect.

Wave of green energy bills propose timetable that could threaten Illinois economy, say GOP critics

By Robert Hadley | Apr 18, 2019

While lobbyists are busy crafting the apparent copycat green energy bills sweeping across state legislatures, Illinois conservatives are withholding support for these controversial proposals until more is understood.

Despite the 'feel-good name,' GOP lawmakers fear Green New Deal will further hurt state's economy

By Robert Hadley | Apr 12, 2019

As House Democrats eye legislation that would bring a version of U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Green New Deal to Illinois, Republicans and industry sources say the bill could wreak havoc with the state's fragile economy.

Rep. Morgan's bill to oversee insurance rates draws second wave of co-sponsors

By Robert Hadley | Mar 11, 2019

Rep. Bob Morgan's (D-Deerfield) bill that would place insurance rates under state government scrutiny has picked up 16 co-sponsors since its introduction Jan. 18, despite potentially being an example of government waste.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Morrison, Ives urge rebuilding GOP after Rauner confesses election apathy

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

A bombshell new report that soon-to-be ex-Gov. Bruce Rauner bailed out on his reelection campaign has some Republicans fuming.

Lawyer suing Gurnee trustee Tom Hood says case hinges on a simple mistake

By Robert Hadley | Nov 19, 2018

A simple mistake – albeit one that potentially cost a client $200,000 – is at stake in a malpractice lawsuit against Gurnee Village trustee and attorney Tom Hood.

Davie thanks supporters after Senate loss, expresses hope the issues he stirred will live on

By Robert Hadley | Nov 8, 2018

Republican Barrett Davie, 29th District state Senate candidate, took a philosophical stance in responding to Tuesday’s loss against incumbent Julie Morrison.

From Prairie State Wire

Rauner concedes governor's race to Pritzker

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Incumbent Gov. Bruce Rauner conceded defeat Tuesday night as Democrat J.B. Pritzker claimed the governorship of Illinois, capturing 59 percent of the vote to Rauner’s 35 percent.

Lesser says Madigan money taints political process

By Robert Hadley | Oct 28, 2018

Rick Lesser, the Republican candidate for the 58th House District seat, said if he was elected he would break ranks with his Democrat colleagues by not voting for Michael Madigan as House Speaker.

From McHenry Times

Wilcox receives engineers' union endorsement

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

The International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local 150 recently endorsed Craig Wilcox for Illinois State Senate.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Roskam speaks at opioid forum with U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam (R-Illinois), a co-sponsor of opioid legislation, spoke at two events on Monday with Surgeon General Jerome Adams, both aimed at addressing the opioid crisis.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Axios names 'Casten Mean Tweets' ad from Roskam campaign as Ad of the Week

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

A recent digital ad from U.S. Rep Peter Roskam (R-IL) has earned the Ad of the Week designation from Axios, an international news website.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Congressional District 6 voters take Casten tweets to task in new Roskam ad

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

A series of Sean Casten’s Tweets and debate statements face scrutiny in a new digital ad from the campaign of U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam (R-Ill.).

From DuPage Policy Journal

Roskam urges Casten to return Pritzker dollars

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Amid recent fraud allegations against gubernatorial candidate J.B. Pritzker (D), U.S. Congressman Peter Roskam (R-IL) is challenging his opponent, Democrat Sean Casten, to return campaign donations from Pritzker.

From McHenry Times

Former senator lauds Wilcox's dedication to the community as he campaigns to succeed her

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Former Sen. Pamela Althoff recently endorsed Republican Senate candidate Craig Wilcox and said the retired Air Force colonel places “service to our community before himself.”

From McHenry Times

Wilcox celebrates service, Air Force birthday

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Illinois Republican Senate candidate Craig Wilcox celebrated the Air Force’s 71st birthday with a social media post honoring that branch of the armed services.

Democratic House candidate Didech skipped required FOIA training

By Robert Hadley | Sep 23, 2018

No records of mandatory training required of all Illinois township supervisors exist for Daniel Didech, a Democratic competitor for the District 59 state House seat.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Anti-fraud bill co-sponsored by Roskam advances to floor vote

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Illinois Rep. Peter Roskam’s co-sponsored bill aimed at reducing Medicare fraud has met Ways and Means Committee approval, placing it a step closer to a floor vote in the full House.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Roskam bill to grow Illinois manufacturing passes House, Senate

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Legislation U.S. Congressman Peter Roskam (R-Illinois) co-sponsored this year to end outdated tariffs on non-U.S. goods recently drew both House and Senate approval.

From Chicago City Wire

Madigan funding ensures key votes, Illinois Policy Institute reports

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

House Speaker Mike Madigan has provided a combined $15 million in funding to dozens of state representatives currently holding office, the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI) reports.