Shark Week, a creation of the Discovery Channel in 1988, has grown immensely in popularity over the years. Since 2010, Shark Week, which is held annually in July or August,…

On this day in 1915, Illinois adopted its first official state flag! Learn more about the history of our flag on the Caucus Blog – Click Here.

Happy Independence Day! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe.

From the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH): The IDPH has announced an expanded list of high-risk ZIP codes, increasing mandatory testing for lead exposure of children who live within…

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will accept applications for the next round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants between July 1 through Sept. 13, closing at 5 p.m….

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal is reminding Illinoisans to make sure they are following proper safety practices when using their grills during the upcoming July 4th holiday and…

This National PTSD Awareness Day, let us remember that not all wounds are visible. Millions of Americans live with PTSD and we can always do more to support them by…

Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke was sentenced today to two years in prison and a $2 million fine after being convicted last December of 13 counts of extortion, bribery, and…

The Bald Eagle plays an important role in American society, as it is the national animal and national bird of the United States. It is also featured on the Great…

High temperatures are expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: Stay out of the sun. If you…