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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Cybersecurity Alert

Impersonation is a growing problem on social media. Here’s what to do you if you think your name or image is being used for fraudulent purposes. Learn how you can…


Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Happy Family Literacy Day!

Family Literacy Day is dedicated to celebrating reading within families. Reading with children can help develop their vocabulary skills and offers a chance for family bonding time.


Tuesday, October 31, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Tips for a Safe and Happy Halloween

Staying Safe for Halloween The celebration of Halloween has been around for more than a thousand years. Originally a religious observance, today Halloween is considered a holiday for dress-up and fun,…


Monday, October 30, 2023
Southern IL Republican Representatives: Time to End Illinois’ Sanctuary State Status

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – Three House Republican lawmakers representing southern Illinois are sponsoring legislation to end Illinois’ sanctuary state status. House Republican Floor Leader State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis), State Rep….


Sunday, October 29, 2023
Know the Signs of Stroke on World Stroke Day

By learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you just might save a life from stroke. This World Stroke Day, remember to look for these signs of stroke: F –…


Friday, October 27, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Marks National Civics Day

This National Civics Day we are reminded of the duty we all have to learn about our government and take part in the process. Thank you to all our teachers,…


Friday, October 27, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Pandemic Fraud in Chicago

Hundreds of Chicago Municipal Employees Being Investigated for COVID Relief Fraud More than 1,000 federal COVID-19 relief loans for struggling businesses went to city of Chicago employees. And while the…


Thursday, October 26, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Welcomes SIU Law School Officials to State Capitol

SPRINGFIELD – State Rep. Paul Jacobs and State Rep. Patrick Windhorst welcomed officials from the SIU School of Law to the capitol on week one of the 2023 Veto Session….


Thursday, October 26, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Thanks Soldiers on National Day of the Deployed

God bless all those serving overseas this National Day of the Deployed. Let us honor our nation’s heroes and recognize the sacrifices of our servicemembers and their loved ones during…


Monday, October 23, 2023
The Caucus Blog – SAFE-T Act Exacerbates Public Defender Shortage in Illinois

The controversial abolishment of cash bail in Illinois is having far-reaching affects already, with the majority of Illinois’ 102 counties facing disparate resource challenges. By law (which hasn’t been updated…