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

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.

By Chambana Sun | Jan 14, 2025

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

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

By Chambana Sun | Dec 11, 2024

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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.

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State Rep. Halbrook: ‘Democratic leaders at the Convention should be more proactive in condemning the violence’

By Chambana Sun Reports | Aug 22, 2024

State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has sharply criticized Democratic leaders for their inaction in condemning the violence surrounding the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago.

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State Representative Brandun Schweizer: 'My biggest concern with the newly signed legislation is the possible drilling in and around the Mahomet Aquifer'

By Chambana Sun | Aug 15, 2024

State Representative Brandun Schweizer issued a statement on the filing of House Bill 5870, which aims to ban carbon sequestration activity around sole source aquifers. He stated, "I cannot be supportive of legislation that allows a region to be put at risk with possible water contamination and sequestration function failures." The statement was made in an August 12 Facebook post.

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State Representative Chris Miller: 'People that need help and more support will have it under SB3405'

By Chambana Sun | Aug 15, 2024

State Representative Chris Miller commented on the signing of a bill he sponsored, saying, "This legislation will provide people with transportation who need to visit problem-solving courts for counseling or classes." He made the statement in an Aug. 12 Facebook post.

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State Representative Chris Miller: 'Pritzker: The future is bright for Illinois and EV manufactures'

By Chambana Sun | Aug 9, 2024

State Representative Chris Miller highlighted issues with Governor J.B. Pritzker's plans for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, stating, "EV manufactures: We can't afford to build a product there's no demand for and we continue to have financial losses." He made the statement in an August 7 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep. Mary Miller: 'We must protect women and girls’ safety and opportunities in sports and in the classroom'

By Chambana Sun | Aug 4, 2024

U.S. Representative Mary Miller announced a new bill, stating, "This week, I introduced the Defining Male and Female Act, which provides clear legal definitions for 'male' and 'female' so Joe Biden and Kamala Harris cannot rewrite Title IX." She made the statement in a July 31 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep. Mary Miller: 'Kamala Harris must answer for the deadly invasion of our southern border and her cover-up of Biden's cognitive decline'

By Chambana Sun | Jul 23, 2024

U.S. Representative Mary Miller reacted to President Joe Biden stepping down and his support for Vice President Kamala Harris to run for president, stating, "'Border Czar' Kamala Harris must answer for the deadly invasion of our southern border and her cover-up of Biden's cognitive decline." She made the statement in a July 21 Facebook post.

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Rep. Brandun Schweizer: "The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will accept applications for the next round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants"

By Chambana Sun | Jul 12, 2024

Rep. Brandun Schweizer shared information for individuals interested in land acquisition and development, stating that the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for the "next round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants" through September 13. He made the statement in a July 3 Facebook post.

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Congresswoman Mary Miller: 'Joe Biden just announced he will use 'public health emergency powers' to violate your Second Amendment rights'

By Chambana Sun | Jun 28, 2024

Congresswoman Mary Miller has raised concerns regarding the U.S. Surgeon General's declaration of gun violence as a public health emergency. "I will work to strip power from Biden's corrupt HHS and to cut all funding for the unelected DC bureaucrats who think they can violate your Constitutional rights!" she stated in a June 25 Facebook post.