Illinois Delivered

05/07/2024

04/07/2024

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation during a ceremony Wednesday in Chicago that he believes will grow Illinois’ economic by bringing more cutting-edge jobs to the state.

04/07/2024

Nationwide, we see continuous efforts to eliminate protections for trans people. No one should face discrimination when accessing the health care they need, which is why I will continue to support commonsense rules that protect vulnerable communities: https://tinyurl.com/5evtj34p

03/07/2024

🎆 Come watch an amazing fireworks display sponsored by Frankfort Firefighters Foundation and Frankfort Firefighters Local 4338! 🎆

This year, let the professionals handle the fireworks as we celebrate the Fourth of July with a spectacular show. Join us at Main Park, 200 S Locust Street, on Thursday, July 4th.

🕖 Park opens at 7:00 PM
🎶 DJ entertainment begins at 7:30 PM
🎇 Fireworks start around 9:15 PM

The spectacular fireworks display is proudly sponsored by:

Village of Frankfort
Frankfort Firefighters Foundation
Frankfort Firefighters Local 4338
Bring your friends and family for an evening of fun and celebration!

03/07/2024

02/07/2024

The 53rd annual Pride Parade saw huge crowds turn out despite a shortened route and fewer floats.

01/07/2024

01/07/2024

29/06/2024

29/06/2024

Rachael is an experienced and compassionate clinician with licenses in Ohio and Illinois. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and a Minor in Theatre Arts from Ohio University, a Master of Arts in Counseling Ministries and a Master of Divinity from Methodist Theological School in Ohio. Rachael is currently attending the University of Michigan to obtain her certification in S*x Therapy and S*x Education and wants to continue with her doctorate of Gender and Feminist Psychology, Rachael received two Student Enrichment Program scholarships while in her master’s program to study Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and completed the advanced program. She is certified in ADHD and ADD assessment and working towards her RYT200 in yoga with specialization in yoga for trauma, meditation, and wellness coaching. Rachael has led seminars on the 12-Step group process at Ohio State University’s Addiction Studies Institute and with the University of Chicago in tandem with the Phoenix Center as a research assistant, to better understand the ramifications of HIV with less harm reduction in rural areas.

In her spare time, which is not a lot, she enjoys spending time with her wife, Sharon, their four yorkies – Ozzie, Haiden, Halsey, and KayCee – hiking, going out in the Jeep, doing yoga, going to a good drag show, spending time with friends.

Rachael has been in the Illinois area for four years but has been active in Pride events for many years. Rachael was an active member in the Columbus Pride parade for many years on floats, marching, in tents, and patrols. Now, Rachael is a PROUD member of the Phoenix Center and has been involved in each Pridefest since she has been here -showing how much this community means to her and how much she will always be here to support it in any way she can.

29/06/2024

Everyone is welcome. Everyone is heard. Everyone is loved. 💙💚❤️🧡💛

In a world filled with so much hate, let's choose to not only see the light, but be the light. Let's choose kindness, love, and compassion.

28/06/2024

I am proud of our office for bringing in a record breaking $130 Million for the people of Illinois in May, and even more proud of the $1.3 Billion we've brought in so far in FY2024. Every dollar we raise through interest is money we can invest in our communities without raising taxes. We are working to be part of the solution in our neighborhoods

27/06/2024

Rep. Kelly Cassidy has brought her background as an organizer and policy expert to some of the most significant debates in the Illinois House – and helping to create a more just and forward-thinking state. Rep. Cassidy led the effort to defend marriage equality, ensure access to gender-affirming care, and make lifesaving HIV/AIDS prevention medications more accessible.

27/06/2024

27/06/2024

⚠️Calling on all of our communities⚠️ As most of you know, there was a massive fire in Springfield which impacted one of our most treasured local businesses. Please consider helping our neighbors in their time in need if you can!

27/06/2024

25/06/2024

Never forget that REPUBLICANS did this and that they are happy about the pain and suffering they have imposed on women and families. They will not stop until women have no access to contraception, IVF, and all medical procedures that are available for their reproductive health and freedom. REMEMBER this and VOTE them out!

25/06/2024

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias who also serves as state librarian said the library is "one of the most extraordinarily stunning libraries I have ever seen in my whole life." Giannoulias also praised the work of librarians who serve as guides, teachers and sometimes therapists.

Read more in this story by Rockford Register Star | rrstar.com ⤵️⤵️
www.rrstar.com/story/news/local/2024/06/22/rockfords-new-multimillion-dollar-library-officially-opens/74148382007/

24/06/2024

From Illinois Housing Development Authority

In honor of National Homeownership Month, IHDA is offering up to $10,000 to help overcome hurdles to homeownership! Click the link below to learn more about the program.

https://ow.ly/BwuJ50SiRt1

23/06/2024

I am honored and humbled to announce that the Illinois State AFL-CIO has endorsed me for the 2024 General Election. Representing nearly 900,000 union members in Illinois and 1,500 local unions, this endorsement is recognition of our shared commitment to advancing policies that support working men and women in Illinois.

I will continue to fight for fair wages, safe working conditions, and economic justice for our working families in the Metro East.

22/06/2024

Happy Birthday, Rep. Sonya Harper! This year, Rep. Harper has pushed forward several bills that address issues of food access and sustainability in Illinois' agricultural sector. Thank you for all your hard work!

22/06/2024

ICYMI: Our statement on the IL GOP’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week. ⬇️⬇️⬇️

The IL GOP is in turmoil with their chair resigning amidst Party chaos and infighting. While they deal with their drama, the Democratic Party of Illinois is focused on delivering for our state's working families. Good luck finding another MAGA extremist to take over!

Read more: https://www.newsweek.com/illinois-republican-chair-resigns-slams-colleagues-weeks-before-convention-1915090

20/06/2024

20/06/2024

Today is a celebration of freedom. Let's also recognize that the fight for justice and equality still goes on.