Government & Politics

July 26, 2026

Rep. Ryan Spain Provides Ammons Special Investigating Committee Update

State Representative Ryan Spain (73rd District- Peoria) was appointed by House Republican Leader Tony McCombie to serve as Minority Spokesperson of the Special Investigating Committee (SIC) formed in the wake of federal criminal indictments against Democrat State Representative Carol Ammons.

July 25, 2026

Darren Bailey Headlines Inaugural LEE & OGLE GOP Summer Event

Lee County Republicans Chairman Li Arellano, Jr and Ogle County Republicans Chairman Mike Koolidge are proud to announce the inaugural joint “Lee & Ogle GOP Summer Event,” which this year will be held at the Ogle County Fair with a headline visit by Darren Bailey, Republican nominee for Illinois Governor.

July 20, 2026

Illinois Housing Development Authority Seeks Public Input for 2027 Housing Blueprint

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IDHA) is encouraging residents across the state to share their perspectives as it develops the 2027 Illinois Housing Blueprint, a long-term plan designed to evaluate the current state of housing in Illinois and identify opportunities to strengthen housing markets.

July 19, 2026

Twin City Conservatives to Hold July Breakfast Meeting in Rock Falls

Twin City Conservatives will hold its next monthly meeting on Saturday, July 25, at 8:30 a.m. at A's Kitchen in Rock Falls.

July 17, 2026

State Rep. Ryan Spain Touts Efforts to Lower Rx Costs & Protect Rural Access

According to State Representative Ryan Spain (R- 73rd District), “too many families are stretched thin by high prescription costs.”

July 6, 2026

Rep. Fritts Hosts Rx Drive in Rochelle

State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) will be hosting a prescription drug drop-off event on Thursday, July 16th, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

June 14, 2026

Rock Falls City Council to Consider Utility Equipment Purchases, Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriation Ordinance at June 16 Meeting

The Rock Falls City Council will meet Tuesday, June 16, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Rock Falls City Hall, 603 W. 10th St.

June 12, 2026

73rd District Communities Granted OSFM Small Equipment Funding

Deputy House Republican Leader Ryan Spain (73rd District) shared the Office of the State Fire Marshal’s announcement of seven communities in the 73rd District receiving Small Equipment Grant awards.

June 11, 2026

Rep. Fritts Hosts June Summer Tour Events

State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) is kicking off his fourth annual Summer Tour this month.

June 11, 2026

Twin City Conservatives to Host June Meeting Featuring State Senator Li Arellano

Twin City Conservatives will hold its monthly meeting on Friday, June 27, at 8:30 a.m. at A’s Kitchen in Rock Falls.