Quantcast

NW Illinois News

Sunday, December 22, 2024

Politics News

Politics

State Rep. Bradley Fritts: 'Local Fire Departments looking to rehabilitate or build a fire station may be interested in $5 million'

State Representative Bradley Fritts recently shared information regarding grants available to local fire departments for rehabilitation or construction.

By NW Illinois News | Dec 18, 2024

Politics

State Senator Andrew Chesney: "My statement on Biden’s decision to commute the prison sentence of the woman who embezzled $54 million'

Senator Andrew Chesney expressed his disapproval regarding the commutation of Rita Crundwell's prison sentence in a Facebook post dated December 12, stating "Unbelievable."

By NW Illinois News | Dec 16, 2024

Latest News

Medium bradleyfritts800x450

Politics

State Rep. Brad Fritts: 'To say I am outraged by the commutation of the sentence of Rita Crundwell is a great understatement'

By NW Illinois News | Dec 13, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts expressed his reaction to the commutation of Rita Crundwell's sentence for embezzlement in a Facebook post dated December 12.

Medium andrewchesney800x450

Politics

State Senator Andrew Chesney: 'I cannot wait to watch this situation unfold next year, especially in Illinois

By NW Illinois News | Dec 4, 2024

State Senator Andrew Chesney commented on Tom Homan's willingness to jail Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, stating, "I cannot wait to watch this situation unfold next year, especially in Illinois," in a November 26 Facebook post.

Medium bradleyfritts800x450

Politics

State Representative Bradley Fritts: 'On Rosa Parks Day, we honor and celebrate the legacy of civil rights leader Rosa Parks'

By NW Illinois News | Dec 2, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts acknowledged the acts of Rosa Parks in a December 1 Facebook post, stating, "Her act of courage ignited a wave of activism for justice, equality, and freedom for all Americans."

Medium liarellano800x450

Politics

Illinois State Senate District 37 Senator-Elect Li Arellano Jr.: 'THANK YOU to everyone who supported and voted for me'

By NW Illinois News | Nov 14, 2024

Illinois State Senate District 37 Senator-Elect Li Arellano, Jr., expressed his enthusiasm for his new role following the election results.

Medium liarellano800x450

Politics

Illinois State Senate District 37 candidate: 'It costs way, way more than it *should* to live in Illinois'

By NW Illinois News | Nov 4, 2024

Illinois State Senate District 37 candidate Li Arellano has expressed criticism of the City of Chicago's proposed budget.

Medium bradleyfritts800x450

Politics

Rep. Brad Fritts expresses condolences to ‘the family, friends, and fellow Troopers of Illinois State Police Trooper Corey Thompsen'

By NW Illinois News | Oct 22, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts expressed his condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Illinois State Police (ISP) Trooper Corey Thompsen. "My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and fellow Troopers of Illinois State Police Trooper Corey Thompsen," he said.

Medium bradleyfritts800x450

Politics

State Representative Brad Fritts: 'Happy National Farmer's Day!"

By NW Illinois News | Oct 12, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts acknowledged National Farmer's Day in an October 12 Facebook post, stating, "I am proud to be one of the thousands of farmers across Illinois working to feed our nation."

Medium andrewchesney800x450

Politics

State Sen. Andrew Chesney: ‘When adults can read, write, do math, and use a computer, they are more likely to achieve personal goals'

By NW Illinois News | Oct 2, 2024

Senator Andrew Chesney shared information about grants awarded in his district, saying, "Congratulations to Highland Community College for being a recipient of an Adult Literacy Program Grant from the State of Illinois!" He made this announcement in a September 27 Facebook post.

Medium andrewchesney800x450

Politics

State Senator Andrew Chesney: 'I am pleased to announce that I was recently named a Champion of Manufacturing'

By NW Illinois News | Sep 20, 2024

Senator Andrew Chesney acknowledged his 'Champion of Manufacturing' selection, saying, "I will continue to advocate for these vital job creators!" in a Sept. 16 Facebook post.

Medium andrewchesney800x450

Politics

Senator Andrew Chesney: 'Happy Illinois Constitution Day!'

By NW Illinois News | Aug 27, 2024

Senator Andrew Chesney celebrated Illinois Constitution Day, stating, "on August 26, 1818, Illinois ratified its first State Constitution." He made the statement in an Aug. 26 Facebook post.

Medium 5q2fy27j3g26e9ltn0agzlhu9oq0

Politics

Sen. Andrew Chesney: 'The IL State Fire Marshal grant portal is now open for applications for the Small Equipment Grant Program'

By NW Illinois News | Aug 15, 2024

Senator Andrew Chesney shared information about the Small Equipment Grant Program for fire departments and nonprofit ambulance services, stating, "Grants of up to $26,000 are being provided for the purchase of small equipment by a fire department, fire protection district, township fire department, or not-for-profit ambulance service." He made the statement in an Aug. 13 Facebook post.

Medium bradleyfritts800x450

Politics

Rep. Bradley Fritts: 'Congratulations to the new Reagan Mass Transit District '

By NW Illinois News | Aug 4, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts recognized the Reagan Mass Transit District, stating, "Formerly the Lee-Ogle Transportation Systems, this new transit district is working to provide equal access to transit across our region." He made the statement in an August 2 Facebook post.

Medium bradleyfritts800x450

Politics

State Representative Bradley Fritts: 'Due to unforeseen circumstances, the annual Senior Health Fair is being postponed and rescheduled to a future date'

By NW Illinois News | Jul 21, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts announced the postponement of the Senior Health Fair in DeKalb following a threat against Representative Jeff Keicher. "Unfortunately, unforeseen circumstances outside of our control have led us to the determination that the best decision is to postpone tomorrow’s Senior Health Fair and reschedule the Fair for a future date," Fritts stated in a July 17 Facebook post.

Medium bradleyfritts800x450

Politics

Rep. Bradley Fritts: 'This is a sad day for our nation'

By NW Illinois News | Jul 17, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts reacted to the shooting at former President Donald Trump's Pennsylvania rally, saying, "Please keep the former President, his family, and our nation in your thoughts and prayers." He made the statement in a July 13 Facebook post.

Medium mg3y6k0ojj8th9h0qm76jhgd6mqj

Politics

Illinois State House District 89 candidate: 'Praying for the three Ogle County Sheriff's Deputies who were injured'

By NW Illinois News | Jun 14, 2024

Illinois State House District 89 candidate Tony McCombie expressed her concern for the three Ogle County Sheriff's Deputies injured in a shooting in Dixon. "Praying for the three Ogle County Sheriff's Deputies who were injured in a shooting in Dixon yesterday," she stated on June 13 via Facebook.

Medium 5q2fy27j3g26e9ltn0agzlhu9oq0

Politics

Sen. Andrew Chesney: 'We are fortunate in this area to be represented by dedicated law-enforcement professionals who today didn’t think twice before entering a dangerous situation'

By NW Illinois News | Jun 14, 2024

Senator Andrew Chesney stated, "We are fortunate in this area to be represented by dedicated law-enforcement professionals who today didn’t think twice before entering a dangerous situation to help keep members of the community safe." He made the statement in a June 12 Facebook post about an incident that occurred that day in Ogle County.

Medium repbradleyfritts800x450

Politics

Illinois State House District 74 candidate: 'June is National PTSD Awareness Month'

By NW Illinois News | Jun 3, 2024

Illinois State House District 74 candidate Bradley Fritts emphasized the importance of recognizing June as National PTSD Awareness Month. "June is National PTSD Awareness Month," said Fritts, who will face Democrat David Simpson in the general election. "This month you can learn more about this condition and advocate for those who have been diagnosed and affected by PTSD."

Medium jbdt43112935

Politics

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of West Point: Precinct West Point 01

By NW Illinois News | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 816 voters in Central Township of West Point: Precinct West Point 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.