Springfield, IL – Illinois’ budget impasse is heading toward its sixth month, as a Nov. 18 meeting with the Governor and other legislative leaders was

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Senate met in Springfield Nov. 10, amid a flurry of bipartisan agreements and political maneuverings. An upcoming meeting between the

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Lawmakers will return to the State Capitol next week, although a deal on passing a balanced budget is not expected. The one-day

With no state budget in place, Illinoisans are being called upon to take more responsibility for renewal of their license plates. The Secretary of State’s

SPRINGFIELD, IL – As Senate lawmakers returned to Springfield Sept. 9 during the ongoing budget stalemate, Republicans are calling for fundamental government reforms in conjunction with a

SPRINGFIELD – Repeat drunk drivers would now be required to install breath-checking ignition interlock devices in cars, thanks to legislation co-sponsored by Senator Jason Barickman

Springfield — As state government’s budget impasse continues eight weeks into the 2016 fiscal year, State Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) said the latest unemployment figures

Springfield — Honoring the beloved public servant the late Judy Baar Topinka, Gov. Bruce Rauner dedicated a street in her name at the Illinois State

Springfield, Ill – State Senator Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) continued to meet with constituents and attend events in the 35th District this week, while the House

SPRINGFIELD – A new law will reduce the “red tape” required for doctors to register as “retired physicians”, thanks to legislation sponsored by State Sen.