As July 1 was the first day of the new fiscal year, several new laws went into effect. The biggest law to go into effect was the 2020 budget, as…

State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) is establishing his Fox Lake office as a drop-off location for Cell Phones for Soldiers and asking residents of the 64th District to help…

From the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission: Lake County has been experiencing more frequent and stronger rainfall events. Recently, the Illinois State Water Survey released updated statistical rainfall data for Bulletin 70–Frequency…

Legislation sponsored by State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) to ensure stable funding for County Cooperative Extension programs, such as 4-H, is ready for the Governor’s signature. House Bill 2264…

The McHenry County Board voted to rebate $15 million of the approximately $40 million fund surplus of Valley Hi Nursing Home, McHenry County’s long-term skilled nursing facility, back to homeowners…

State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) is offering a program to keep children intellectually engaged over summer vacation. The Summer Reading Program offers children in kindergarten through 5th grade the…

Speaking during House debate on HB 1438 to legalize recreational marijuana, State Representative Tom Weber pointed out the public safety risks demonstrated by the data from other states that have…

Legislation sponsored by State Representatives Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) aimed at curbing elder abuse is ready for the Governor’s signature, having earned unanimous support in both…