As the 2024 spring legislative session approaches its adjournment, State Rep. Tom Weber reflects on several pieces of legislation filed this spring and calls for state government to address issues that Illinois citizens care most about, such as lowering taxes.
Jim Carris, Illinois 10th District Republican Candidate, said that a significant number of people entering the country lack documented backgrounds, prompting his visit to the border alongside a law enforcement officer to gain firsthand insight into the situation. Carris was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.
Motorists and passengers in Lake County are being urged to fasten their seatbelts as the Sheriff's Office intensifies its enforcement efforts. The campaign, which commenced a week prior to Memorial Day, seeks to remind drivers of the "Click It or Ticket" initiative.
A resident of Beach Park has been accused of sexually assaulting an intellectually disabled individual, who is the daughter of a woman employed to clean his house. The Lake County Sheriff's Office announced the charges against the man on May 21.
Jim Carris, Illinois 10th District Republican Candidate, said many people are stepping up to run for office due to dissatisfaction with the Democrat-controlled government, and these like-minded individuals are coalescing to make decisions based on common sense and compassion. Carris was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.
Today, the Illinois House of Representatives held their Memorial Day ceremony to honor the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have lost their lives in service to the nation. This annual ceremony serves as a solemn reminder that freedom is not free and emphasizes the importance of remembering the sacrifices made by the nation's heroes.
Jim Carris, Illinois 10th District Republican Candidate, said he paid his way through college and law school by working various jobs, including at a miniature golf course where he won multiple championships and always found support from the owners, whenever he needed work. Carris was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.
U.S. Rep. Bradley Scott Schneider (D-IL) was joined by 201 other House Democrats in unanimously voting against the Equal Representation Act, which would prevent the inclusion of illegal aliens in the count for seats in the Electoral College.
Thirteen Illinois police officers were awarded the Law Enforcement Medal of Honor on May 20, 2024, in recognition of their extraordinary acts of bravery and sacrifice. The ceremony highlighted the dedication and service these individuals have shown to their communities and the state.
Tom Weber, the candidate for Illinois State House District 64, recently made a statement regarding the state's economic status and job market. "It’s interesting that I usually hear the Governor and Illinois Democrats claim that our state has become an 'economic powerhouse' under their one-party rule," said Weber. He further added, "So imagine my surprise when they ran a resolution on Friday calling for work permits for undocumented immigrants to fill the void of tens of thousands of unfilled jobs across the state."
Two residents of Gurnee, Illinois, were critically injured in a severe car accident on Saturday afternoon. According to the Lake County Sheriff's Traffic Crash investigators, the incident seems to have occurred when a driver mistakenly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake.
The Village of Volo has extended its contract with the Lake County Sheriff's Office, marking 20 years of their partnership in providing police services. The intergovernmental agreement, valued at $2.3 million, was approved by the Lake County Board and ensures the continuation of these services for years to come.
Peter Baker and Son Co., based in Lake Bluff, Illinois, has secured the winning bid for a second road resurfacing project in Lake County. The company proposed a $2.4 million bid to undertake work on Fairfield Road, a contract that was subsequently approved by the Lake County Board.
The Lake County Board has awarded a $5.6 million contract for the resurfacing of 6.17 miles of Gilmer Road to Peter Baker and Son Co., a company based in Lake Bluff, Illinois.
The Lake County State's Attorney's Office has been awarded three grants, totaling over $845,000. These funds will be used to support initiatives aimed at reducing over-incarceration, extending a victim assistance program, and providing emotional or trauma-related therapies. The acceptance and authorization of these grant funds have been sanctioned by the Lake County Board.