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Deering on Homeschool Act: ‘HB 2827 sets a terrifying precedent that forces the government to be involved in the education of students’

By Macon Reporter reports | 1 day ago

State Rep. Regan Deering (R-Macon) is voicing strong opposition to the Homeschool Act - HB 2827, a piece of legislation that seeks to impose stricter oversight on homeschooling families in Illinois.

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U.S. Rep. Mary Miller: SCREEN Act will ‘hold pornographic sites accountable and protect our kids’

Mary Miller, the representative for Illinois' 15th Congressional District, has announced her co-introduction of the SCREEN Act.

By Chambana Sun | Mar 7, 2025

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Vermilion County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois deserves a leader who puts its legal residents first'

By Chambana Sun | Mar 7, 2025

Erika Ramsey, chairman of the Vermilion County Republicans, criticized Governor JB Pritzker for his financial management of Illinois.

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U.S. Rep. Mary Miller on actions to limit Chinese purchase of American farmland: 'I applaud Secretary Rollins for taking action'

By Chambana Sun | Feb 24, 2025

Mary Miller, who represents Illinois' 15th Congressional District, expressed her support for Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins' actions to prevent the Chinese Communist Party from acquiring U.S. farmland.

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Sen. Rose: ‘Madigan ruled with an iron fist which has effectively destroyed a once great state’

By Chambana Sun Reports | Feb 18, 2025

State Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) said former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan "ruled with an iron fist which has effectively destroyed a once great state."

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U.S. Rep. Miller on shutdown of the Department of Education: 'I applaud President Trump's decisive action to shut it down!'

By Chambana Sun | Feb 17, 2025

Mary Miller, Representative for Illinois' 15th Congressional District, has publicly supported President Donald J. Trump's decision to close the Department of Education.

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State Rep. Schweizer on Madigan verdict: 'These verdicts should send a message to the leaders in our state'

By Chambana Sun | Feb 17, 2025

Brandun Schweizer, representative for Illinois State House District 104, commented on the verdicts in Michael Madigan's trial, stating that while Madigan was found guilty, the state continues to grapple with corruption issues.

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State Rep. Schweizer mourns Chicago Bears owner: 'Virginia Halas McCaskey was a matriarch and legend in Illinois'

By Chambana Sun | Feb 10, 2025

State Representative Brandun Schweizer announced the passing of Virginia Halas McCaskey, the longtime owner of the Chicago Bears.

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Champaign County Republicans Chairwoman: Budzinski's 'radical agenda is more important' than residents' safety

By Chambana Sun | Jan 14, 2025

Susan Mantell, chairwoman of the Champaign County Republicans, criticized Nikki Budzinski and Illinois Democrats for their vote against the Laken Riley Act, suggesting it prioritizes "woke" ideology over public safety.

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State Representative Brandun Schweizer: 'Vulnerable households may not be disconnected from their utilities during cold months'

By Chambana Sun | Dec 11, 2024

State Representative Brandun Schweizer addressed the issue of utility disconnection during cold months in a Facebook post dated December 5.

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State Representative Brandun Schweizer: 'Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather.'

By Chambana Sun | Dec 4, 2024

State Representative Brandun Schweizer encouraged Illinois residents to prepare for weather changes in a December 2 Facebook post.

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State Senator Chapin Rose: 'Lawrenceville can be proud of these kids!'

By Chambana Sun | Dec 4, 2024

State Senator Chapin Rose of Illinois State Senate District 51 recently expressed his support for students in the Lawrenceville High School Fire Science Class.

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State Representative Chris Miller: 'Illinois' budget has soared 47% just since 2018, despite a shrinking population'

By Chambana Sun | Nov 22, 2024

State Representative Chris Miller shared information on the state's finances in a November 19 Facebook post, stating, "The governor usually delivers a new budget proposal in February, and that’s when you will start hearing more about the looming...

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State Senator Chapin Rose: 'More non-sense from Springfield on our Mahomet Aquifer!'

By Chambana Sun | Nov 18, 2024

State Senator Chapin Rose expressed his concerns regarding the Mahomet Aquifer in a Facebook post dated November 14.

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52nd Senate District candidate Brownfield on Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons: ‘Two major elections, two major problems’

By Chambana Sun Reports | Nov 8, 2024

Dr. Jeff Brownfield, who ran for Illinois State Senate in the 52nd District, is speaking out against Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons after widespread technical failures caused delays at polling stations on the Nov. 5 Election Day in Champaign County.

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State Representative Chris Miller: 'The University of Illinois has regained its common sense

By Chambana Sun | Oct 28, 2024

State Representative Chris Miller highlighted a recent decision by the University of Illinois regarding the student organization Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP).

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State Rep. Brandun Schweizer: 'Officer Thompsen's friends and family are in my prayers'

By Chambana Sun | Oct 22, 2024

State Representative Brandun Schweizer expressed his condolences for a fallen Illinois State Police (ISP) Trooper in an October 18 Facebook post. He said, "I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Trooper Corey S. Thompsen while in the line of duty this afternoon."

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U.S. Rep. Mary Miller: 'Our communities do not want to sacrifice local control to the federal government'

By Chambana Sun | Oct 18, 2024

U.S. Representative Mary Miller expressed her opposition to a proposed national park in a Facebook post dated October 17, stating, "I agree with the Calhoun and Jersey County boards and oppose the proposal to turn hunting grounds into a national park."

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Champaign County Republicans Chair on Mahomet Aquifer: 'a gamble we can't afford'

By Chambana Sun | Oct 17, 2024

Susan Mantell, Chairwoman of the Champaign County Republicans, expressed concerns over the protection of the Mahomet Aquifer. She said that failing to safeguard this vital water source "would be a disaster for Illinois citizens, threatening the clean drinking water of nearly a million people." Mantell shared her statement with Chambana Sun on October 13.

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13th District Congressional candidate Loyd: Censoring billboards critical of dems 'represents a troubling trend where media and advertising entities are increasingly controlled by powerful interests'

By Chambana Sun Reports | Aug 23, 2024

As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) drew to close, Joshua Loyd, a candidate for Illinois' 13th Congressional District, weighed in on the advertising practices and media censorship that came into play with the placement of billboards around the DNC that feature messages critical of local Democrat's policies.