The Illinois Primary Election is still nearly three weeks away, but some area residents have already cast their votes. Bill Pickett has the story.... Both the Danville Election Commission and Vermilion County Clerk's Office are adding extended hours for voting early. Both offices will be open from 9:00 a.m. until noon...

"Sanctuary policies in states like Illinois have gone so far as to allow illegal aliens to wear the badge and carry a firearm. That is a disgrace to every honorable officer and a threat to public safety. Law enforcement authority must be reserved for those who respect and uphold our laws, not those who are in viol...

"Business owners across Illinois are being squeezed by rising costs, high taxes, increasing mandates, mounting fees, and long-term regulatory uncertainty. They're not asking for special treatment, they're asking for stability and predictability."

This bill will amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to prohibit the use of funds at schools that promote any program or activity that includes sexually oriented material, while preserving instruction in science, classic literature, art, and world religions.

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) will attend the State of the Union tonight with guest Karen Freeman-Wilson, CEO of the Chicago Urban League.

Yocum is a Republican Representing Indiana's 42nd District

"Hoosiers deserve reliable and affordable utilities," Shonkwiler said. "House Enrolled Act 1002 updates our regulatory framework for ratemaking, holds utilities accountable for the outcomes Hoosiers want, and gives residents options and tools for managing payments."

"Families across Vermilion and Champaign Counties are already feeling the strain of rising costs," said Rep. Schweizer. "They are paying more for groceries, utilities, property taxes, and everyday essentials. They simply cannot afford higher taxes or more government spending."

"It takes a lot of nerve to raise power bills on the working people of Illinois literally a month ago, and then stand at a podium today pretending to care about an affordability crisis you caused."

His faith, courage, and lifelong fight for justice will forever impact our country and future generations. Now, his legacy lives through every one of us who stands on his shoulders, and his work continues through his organizations like Rainbow PUSH.