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Illinois Family Institute Director, David E. Smith, endorses Judge John Noverini For Illinois Supreme Court

CARPENTERSVILLE, IL – Illinois is drawing nearer to the most important election in years. With life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness on the line, voters have the power to make historical change with office-holders. Pro-life, pro-family, and pro-liberty David E. Smith, Director of Illinois Family Institute, announced his full endorsement of Republican Judge John Noverini for […]

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Illinois manufacturers detail impact of rising electricity costs

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association testified before a joint hearing of the House Public Utilities and Energy & Environment Committees yesterday regarding the impact rising energy costs will have on manufacturers and to propose ideas to help ease the pressure.   Manufacturers use one-third of all energy consumed in the United States to produce vital

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Key education, public safety and GOP organizations endorse Dan Brady for Secretary of State

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Key education, public safety and GOP organizations have endorsed Dan Brady, a Bloomington Republican, for Illinois Secretary of State. “I am honored and humbled to have the support of those who teach our children and protect our citizens in Illinois,” Brady said. “I am also pleased to receive the latest in a

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If you have too much month at the end of the money, you are not alone

CHICAGO – A recent survey of Illinoisans found that most blow their monthly budget just 14 days after payday, There was a 16.2% increase in searches for coupons or promo codes in Illinois over the past year. Almost 1/2 of respondents said due to inflation, there are certain things they bought this last year, which they can

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Move over early warning task force holds first meeting

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Move Over Early Warning Task Force, created to study new technologies and early warning systems available to protect law enforcement and emergency responders, met for the first time today.  Lead by the Illinois State Police (ISP), the task force will study warning systems in cellular phones and vehicles that alert the public to the

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IFRA files lawsuit challenging gas tax suspension signs at the pump

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Fuel and Retail Association, representing Illinois gas stations and convenience stores, has announced it has officially filed a lawsuit in Sangamon County Circuit Court challenging a new state law requiring fuel retailers to post signs on gas pumps promoting temporary gas tax relief. As part of a broader tax relief package included in

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Illinois Manufacturers’ Association welcomes new board members

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) has named two new members to its Board of Directors, building on a strong record of leadership on behalf of manufacturers across the state.   “We are excited that these experienced industry leaders came forward to serve and contribute to the success of manufacturers who serve as

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Illinois retailers applaud signing of historic legislation to combat organized retail crime

SPRINGFIELD – On behalf of retailers across the state, the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) applauds Gov. JB Pritzker for signing into law HB1091, a comprehensive proposal to combat organized retail crime that has plagued neighborhoods across Chicago and communities throughout the state.   Crafted by IRMA in partnership with Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, the

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