The four percent level is one traditional benchmark of what constitutes “full employment.”  It should be noted that there are some Illinoisans, classified as “discouraged workers,” whose potential employment status…

The first full back-to-school month has been designated as National Child Passenger Safety Month for drivers and families. Each year, agencies and organizations around the country take this opportunity to…

As we pause today to remember those that were lost on September 11, 2001, and the hero’s that would be lost in the years to come, let’s thank those who…

The bipartisan Property Tax Relief Task Force, which first convened and organized itself on August 12, held its first hearing on August 29. The Task Force heard from the Department of…

The Lake County Division of Transportation is looking for volunteers to take part in its Adopt A Highway program this fall. Through this community service program, volunteers will help pick…

Legislation sponsored by State Representatives Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) aimed at curbing elder abuse has been signed into law. House Bill 3065 had earned unanimous support…

The Governor has signed legislation that came about as the result of a legislative proposal initiated by State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) to close a gap in county government….

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Legislation sponsored by State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) to ensure stable funding for County Cooperative Extension programs, such as 4-H, is now law. House Bill 2264 clarifies language in…

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has launched a new, limited-time grant to help homebuyers across Illinois afford their closing costs. Through the new IHDA Advantage Subsidy program, IHDA will…