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Friday, May 15, 2026
Rep. Weber Calls for Relief from Oppressive Property Taxes

Speaking on the House Floor and calling for action to provide relief from oppressive property taxes, State Representative Tom Weber invoked a piece of history and the story of a…


Tuesday, May 12, 2026
House Honors Fallen Firefighters

Today, the Illinois General Assembly joined with firefighters from across the state to honor the firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty at the Fallen Firefighter…


Monday, May 11, 2026
Deep Lake Road to be Closed for Construction Beginning May 18

From the Lake County Division of Transportation: The Lake County Division of Transportation will close Deep Lake Road to through traffic from IL 173 to North Avenue beginning Monday, May…


Friday, May 8, 2026
Rep. Weber, General Assembly Honor Fallen IL Police Officers

Yesterday, the General Assembly joined with law enforcement officers and families from across the state to pay tribute to Illinois’ fallen police officers at the Illinois Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony….


Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Rep. Weber Welcomes Mayors of Fox Lake and Lindenhurst to the Capitol

Today, State Representative Tom Weber welcomed the mayors of Fox Lake and Lindenhurst to the Illinois House of Representatives. “It was my pleasure to welcome Fox Lake Mayor Donny Schmit…


Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Attention: Illinois Route 59 Corridor Traffic Safety Enforcement Initiative

From Lake County: On May 9, 2026, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office will join law enforcement agencies from the Wisconsin state line to Will County in a traffic safety initiative…


Tuesday, May 5, 2026
McHenry County to Stop Mailing Some Property Assessment Notices

From McHenry County: Starting this year, McHenry County properties that are only adjusted by their equalization factor will not be receiving a mailed copy of their assessment. Notices for these…


Wednesday, April 29, 2026
McHenry Co. Creates Flood Information Webpage to Assist Residents

To assist residents affected by recent heavy flooding along the Fox River and Chain O’Lakes, McHenry County has created a flood information page with resources to help with damage assessment,…


Friday, April 24, 2026
Lake County Flooding Update

From Lake County: Dry conditions over the past few days have helped improve conditions along the Des Plaines River, with water levels now dropping. Water levels along the Fox River…


Friday, April 24, 2026
House Bill 4104 Critical to Reforming Broken SAFE-T Act

“We need to reform the SAFE-T to ensure that other families do not suffer like Megan Bos’ family and too many others have under this flawed law,” said State Representative…