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This Women’s History Month, I wanted to recognize some of the amazing female role models I’m inspired consistently by. Their impact is something I am incredibly thankful for.  Here are just a few of the strong, courageous, trailblazing women I admire… ANITA HILL  Long before the #MeToo movement, Anita Hill stood up for herself and […]

As you may have heard, former Speaker Michael J Madigan was federally indicted last week. Even before I took office, I supported new leadership in Springfield and I was then proud to be one of the 19 members to force a vote for a new Speaker last year. Speaker Chris Welch has brought a new […]

It hasn’t been necessarily easy to embrace the start of 2022 when we’re trudging through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and are hunkered down indoors because of the negative windchill and snow. If you’re also feeling a little blue right now, you’re not alone. The winter months can be a hard time for many Chicagoans, so […]

February is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the lives, legacies, and contributions of Black people throughout history. It’s also a great opportunity to support the vibrant Black community here in Chicago!  Here are a few Black History Month events happening this month: The Chicago History Museum is introducing the Remembering Dr. King: […]

Last weekend, we recognized the 49th anniversary of the historic Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision, which affirmed a woman’s right to make her own healthcare decisions.  While reproductive rights are under attack in both the Supreme Court and state legislatures across the country, we are lucky that here in Illinois we’ve fought to be […]

2021 is officially coming to an end! I hope you’ve been able to enjoy some of the many special holiday events the 12th District has to offer. Unfortunately, the recent surge of COVID-19 cases from both the Delta and Omicron variants is reminiscent of this time last year. Unlike last year though, we have access […]

The holiday season is finally here! I’m so glad we can safely be together with our loved ones this holiday season. Before you partake in any holiday festivities, please make sure to follow local guidelines and get your COVID vaccine boosters. Keeping ourselves and our communities safe and healthy is the best way to spread […]

The winter weather is slowly approaching. Here are some helpful tips to make the cold months ahead more bearable. First and foremost, protect yourself and loved ones from COVID-19 by continuing to follow CDC guidelines. The COVID-19 booster shot is being offered at clinics and pharmacies across the Chicago area for those who are eligible. […]

The ongoing pandemic has hit many of our city’s businesses harder than anticipated, especially Chicago’s renowned live entertainment scene. Some good news — many of the same theaters, comedy clubs, and live music venues that closed in March 2020 have started to open up. Earlier this month, Broadway in Chicago welcomed back their first show, […]

Looks like fall, feels like fall, must be fall! I hope you’ve been able to take advantage of one of my favorite parts of this season in Chicago: our renowned farmers’ markets. In IL-12, we’re lucky to have a number of fantastic farmer’s markets including the French Market at Nettelhorst, the Green City Market on Clark, the City of Chicago’s Division […]