Kankakee has watched tragedy after tragedy of gun violence ravage our county, state and nation at an alarming rate. The fact that these horrific shootings continue to take place – here in Kankakee and nationwide - is unfathomable. #statement
I joined with the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association this fall for its Makers on the Move bus tour where we celebrate good-paying careers that manufacturers provide and the deep roots local success story businesses like CSL Behring in Bradley bring to our region. #oped
“For my November 2024 local business spotlight, I am honored to recognize Garden of Prayer Youth Center because of the work they do with youth in our community,” said Rep. Haas. #youth
“These grants will be utilized to expand services offered at libraries, such as enhancing online catalogs, increasing accessibility access, and improving literacy across the state.” #grants
Since its establishment in 1986, OSLAD has become one of the state’s most popular grant programs, awarding over $585 million for park projects across the state. #grants