Anyone who has visited the Illinois State Capitol in recent years has noticed significant construction activity. The north wing of the Capitol is undergoing a three-year renovation project aimed at modernizing the historic building while preserving its 19th-century atmosphere and décor.
In response to the September 10, 2024, presidential debate, Jim Carris issued a media statement expressing his concerns over partisanship and gridlock in Washington.
11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans is criticizing the federal government’s handling of crime and immigration issues, spotlighting what he describes as a severe oversight impacting communities across Illinois.
In celebration of the historic highway’s 100th anniversary in 2026, the Illinois State Museum is collecting stories from individuals who experienced the Illinois leg of the original Route 66.
Periods of warm, dry, and windy weather can lead to the dangers of wildfires in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) urges residents to become more vigilant and educated on wildfire safety to prevent incidents of fires. In the last decade, there have been instances of large fires at state park properties.