Governor JB Pritzker has announced a plan to spend $160 million to address the migrant crisis in Chicago. The funds will be used to provide shelter and job assistance to thousands of migrants. Since 2022, nearly 25,000 migrants have come to Chicago, and the State of Illinois has already spent $478 million on the crisis. Governor Pritzker's plan includes $30 million to streamline intake procedures, $65 million to create additional shelter capacity, and $65 million to expand case management and provide job assistance to migrants.In response to the surge in migrants, House...
In a collaborative effort to bring some holiday cheer to the community, Rep. Frese, State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer, State Sen Jil Tracy, and Meridian Health Plan of Illinois have come together to organize a Thanksgiving holiday food giveaway in Jacksonville. The event is scheduled to take place on Nov 20, 2023.Meridian Health Plan of Illinois has generously provided 200 turkeys and hams for distribution. The food items will be handed out from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Jacksonville Area Community Food Center, located at 311 E. Morgan St. in Jacksonville. The distribution...
On November 19, 1863, a dedication ceremony took place at the Gettysburg Soldiers' National Cemetery. The event was attended by many individuals, including the renowned orator Edward Everett, who delivered a lengthy speech prior to the main address. However, it was President Abraham Lincoln's brief and powerful speech that would go down in history as one of the most impactful moments in American history.Edward Everett, a prominent figure at the time, delivered a two-hour, 13,000-word monologue during the ceremony. Despite his impressive oratory skills and extensive...