This Fire Prevention Week, let’s all take concrete action towards eliminating the threat of fires in our homes and communities. Every small action is a step towards saving lives and…
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available for income-qualified households. This energy bill assistance program can assist with natural gas, propane, electricity bills and furnace assistance. Applications are…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time to shine a light on the fight against breast cancer and to raise awareness about the importance of early detection. This month we…
When fall arrives and homes across America start filling with pumpkin pies and jack-o’-lanterns, chances are those pumpkins came from Illinois. Known as the nation’s pumpkin powerhouse, Illinois leads by…
Partisan working groups have become the favored form of policymaking for House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch since he took over as the presiding officer of the Illinois House of Representatives…
From the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR): The 2024 Illinois fall trout season will open Saturday, Oct. 19 at 60 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state. The early…
Representative Tom Weber’s staff will be available to meet with you to answer your questions and provide assistance with state issues, programs, and services. Walk-ins are encouraged. No appointment is…
One year after Illinois became the first state in the nation to abolish cash bail, the consequences are clear—public safety is being compromised, and the system is failing the very…
This Rail Safety Week, make sure you know how to stay safe around railroad tracks. Here are some important rail safety tips from Operation Lifesaver: 1. Freight trains don’t travel at…
From the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT): The Illinois Department of Transportation is taking applications for seasonal positions to help with snow and ice removal. Applications for Winter Salaried Highway Maintainers…