Tag: State Representative

Ford Introduces Legislation to Save Lives in the Opioid Overdose Epidemic

May 20, 2019May 20, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Ford Introduces Legislation to Save Lives in the Opioid Overdose Epidemic Emphasizing that we have to do everything that we can to save lives during the epidemic of deaths from overdoses, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, has introduced legislation to make sure that those who have suffered an overdose have the antidote medicine…

Crime, Health, Illinois Legislature, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Hurley Holds Business Attire Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Non-profit

November 28, 2018November 28, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hurley Holds Business Attire Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Non-profit State Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, is holding her 6th Annual Business Attire Clothing Drive this year for young adults from November 29 to December 14. Hurley is encouraging residents in the community to donate new and gently used business clothing attire to benefit the Mercy…

Government, Illinois Legislature, Suburban Chicagoland

Hurley Celebrates Special Olympics’ 50th Anniversary

July 4, 2018July 4, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hurley Celebrates Special Olympics’ 50th Anniversary With July marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Special Olympics, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, a board member of Special Olympics Illinois, is highlighting the organization’s legacy and commitment to transforming the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. “Special Olympics brings athletes of all ages and abilities…

Chicago, Illinois Legislature

Welch bill aims to guarantee Need-Based Higher Education grants for four years

June 25, 2018June 25, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Welch bill aims to guarantee Need-Based Higher Education grants for four years To encourage more Illinois students to attend in-state colleges and universities, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, was the chief sponsor of legislation that stabilizes Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants and makes it easier for students to receive the grant for all four…

Education, General Topics, Government, Illinois Legislature

Cindy Masover Announces Run for 58th House Seat

September 26, 2017September 26, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cindy Masover Announces Run for 58th House Seat Cindy Masover has announced she will run for State Representative of the 58th District. An attorney, small business owner, and mother of two daughters from Highland Park, Cindy is uniquely positioned to represent the 58th District. “I have decided to run for State Representative to be an…

Government, News, Politics