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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Watch Out for Storm Related Scams

The Illinois Attorney General’s office is alerting the public to watch out for scammers looking to exploit homeowners and business owners in need of repairs from storm-related damage. From the…


Monday, April 3, 2023
Severe Weather Preparedness

With more severe weather expected tomorrow in Illinois, it’s important we are all prepared for severe storms and tornadoes. Know the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning:…


Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Rep. Weber Honors Bill Burns

Speaking on the floor of the Illinois House of Representatives, State Rep. Tom Weber honored the life of longtime Lake Villa resident and dedicated community volunteer – Bill Burns.


Friday, March 24, 2023
Rep. Weber Reacts to Disturbing Case of DCFS Placing Child Victim with Pimp

Today, CBS Chicago reported the disturbing story of DCFS placing an underage victim of sex trafficking with a three-time convicted felon who then pimped this vulnerable child for personal gain….


Friday, March 24, 2023
Rep. Weber Passes Legislation to Improve Support for Victims

State Rep. Tom Weber speaks just before the Illinois House voted to pass House Bill 3584 unanimously. The bill, filed by Weber, ensures crime victims, particularly those who have experienced…


Friday, March 10, 2023
Rep. Weber Legislation Improves Protections for Crime Victims

Speaking to CBS News, State Rep. Tom Weber discusses two pieces of legislation (HB3583 and HB3584) that ensure felony convictions are properly reported to the state’s licensing agency and ensure…


Thursday, March 9, 2023
Rep. Weber Speaks Out Against Another Mandate on Small Businesses

Speaking at committee hearing at the Capitol this week, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) spoke out against legislation (House Bill 3281) to add a new regulatory mandate on small…


Thursday, March 2, 2023
Attorney General Files Brief in SAFE-T Act Lawsuit Before State Supreme Court

Current state law continues to allow the circuit court to impose cash bail requirements on individuals awaiting trial, but statutory language in the controversial SAFE-T Act passed by Illinois Democrats…


Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Illinois Department of Revenue Reminds Eligible Taxpayers to Take Advantage of Senior Citizens Tax Deferral Program

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has reminded senior citizens about the availability of the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program which allows qualified seniors to defer all or part of…


Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Rep. Weber Responds to Governor’s Budget Address

Following Governor Pritzker’s joint State of the State and Budget Address, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) issued the following response: “I keep hearing the Governor talk about new ways…