Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month celebrates hands-on learning that leads to strong careers & brighter futures. We are lucky to have one of the best Career and Technical Education facilities in the Midwest right here in Lake County - the Lake County Tech Campus. www.techcampus.org

My office will be at the Zion Community Hub TODAY, Wednesday, February 4th from 1:30 - 4:30 pm! Swing by the Zion-Benton Public Library (2400 Gabriel Ave, Zion, IL 60099) to connect with my staff or any of the many amazing community organizations that will be there!

🚗 The DMV is coming to YOU! 🚗 I'm thrilled to partner w/ @repjoycemason.bsky.social & the @ilsecofstate.bsky.social to provide mobile DMV services directly to our constituents. Mobile DMV | Winthrop Harbor Village Hall | Feb. 24 at 10-2pm To register, visit: forms.gle/RRPDJ3eoDSGJ...

📢 Upcoming Community Events 📢 Thursday, Jan 29 @ 6:30pm - SNAP Changes Informational Webinar. Join my office, State Representative Laura Faver Dias & the Northern Illinois Food Bank to learn about recent changes to the SNAP program & how those changes may affect you. tinyurl.com/Jan29Webinar

Our area is under an Extreme Cold Warning starting at 3am Friday. With dangerously cold temperatures & windchills dropping to 30 to 40 degrees below zero, frostbite can occur on unprotected skin within 10 minutes. Please take steps to prepare and keep you and your family safe.

Since 1989, the Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Fund has awarded over $403,500 to students pursuing higher education. Don’t miss your chance: applications are due March 2! Apply here: www.toi.org/2026-scholarship

2026 Scholarship Application

Each year, since 1989, the Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Fund awards funds to graduating high school seniors to continue their education at Illinois colleges/universities.A total of $403,...

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Our offices will be closed from December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026 for a short winter break. We will reopen on January 5, 2026. We can’t wait to assist you in the New Year!

📣 EXTENDED DEADLINE 📣 I am deeply moved by how our community shows up for one another and that is why we have extended our Toy Drive. We will now be accepting new, unwrapped toys for families in need this holiday season until DECEMBER 11.

December 2, 1949, the United Nations adopted the Convention for the Suppression of the Traffic in Persons and of the Exploitation of the Prostitution of Others. We still have work to do to see the end of slavery - it is estimated that nearly 50 million people are in modern slavery in 2025.

During this giving season, I encourage you to review my Charitable Trust Bureau’s tips before making any Giving Tuesday donations and throughout the holidays: tinyurl.com/4a3hc5r4

Approximately 1.2 million people living in the US have HIV, with 87% of them diagnosed. That means 1 out of 7 people living with HIV in the US do not know they have the virus. With modern treatments, many HIV+ individuals can live normal, healthy lives, but early detection is crucial.

Tonight, the Lgbtq+ Center Lake County is hosting a Transgender Day of Remembrance gathering at the College of Lake County to commemorate the lives of those lost to violence and discrimination in the transgender community. No registration required, and all are welcome to join in solidarity.

📣 Happening Tonight! Mano a Mano Family Resource Center is hosting a Know Your Rights informational session in Spanish, available virtually and in person. 📍Mano a Mano Round Lake Office 6 Main St, Round Lake Park, IL

Transgender Awareness Week is time for us to celebrate, uplift, & honor our trans community. Let's work together to create a more inclusive and supportive world. To learn more about Transgender Awareness Week and the community, visit glaad.org/transweek/

“The world is full of kind people, if you can’t find one, be one.” Today on World Kindness Day, let’s all be the kindness we hope to see in the world. For Random Acts of Kindness ideas and to learn more about World Kindness Day, visit www.randomactsofkindness.org

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Help up celebrate World Kindness Day®. Visit our site for fun kindness ideas to do & things to share!

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Did you know we have TWO Mobile DMV events coming up in December? Don't miss out - Appointment's are required for Illinois Secretary of State Services, so secure your spot today!

Today we salute the individuals who have bravely served our county. Their unwavering commitment to the safety and freedom of our citizens is admirable. I encourage you to thank a veteran for their service, and remember to honor these heroes not just today, but every day. #VeteransDay

🩸 Don't miss your chance to save a life! Sign up to donate blood NEXT WEEK at our American Red Cross Blood Drive. 🩸 To secure your spot, just scan the QR code or visit tinyurl.com/4zsx6mv5

November is Native American Heritage Month, an opportunity to learn more about Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian history and heritage. Find videos, archival collections and lesson plans to start the conversation about #NAHMonth: NativeAmericanHeritageMonth.gov

Mano a Mano Family Resource Center provides many services to our community, including helping adult learners access resources that can help their families thrive. Abigail & Paulo came to my district office recently to show how they help further career paths for immigrants by looking at transcripts.

Lake County Senators release joint statement regarding a pursuit of individuals involving federal agents near Warren Township High School in Gurnee on Thursday. Read full statement here: tinyurl.com/34u22b3m

I have been made aware of an incident involving ICE in Gurnee in or near Warren High School. I am in contact with the school superintendent and will share more information once available.

Thank you to Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM) for sharing your stories with me at the Capitol. Hearing directly from families impacted by harsh sentencing laws reminds me why we must keep working toward a justice system that’s fair, balanced, and focused on second chances.

The 13th Annual Lake County Suicide Prevention Task Force’s 5K Walk/Run held in late September drew a record crowd with over 300 participants! I was proud to run alongside our community to raise awareness about suicide prevention.

"Someone, your type, is out there somewhere, needing your blood." American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, November 18, 2025 1 PM - 6PM The University Center of Lake County 1200 University Center Dr, Grayslake, IL 60030 Sign up here: www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=SSEA

“Revitalizing aging infrastructure is more than just repairing roads and bridges — it is investing in the foundation of our communities and ensuring that future generations thrive on a framework built to last,” said Edly-Allen. Read more: tinyurl.com/sy98xbkd

Edly-Allen announces $6.27 million in infrastructure improvements coming to area

GRAYSLAKE – Building upon the smart infrastructure investments supported by State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced an investment of $6.27 million in road an...

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🚨 NOW ACCEPTING donations for our Diaper and Wipe drive from NOW until Nov. 5! Wipes and diapers of any size/brand accepted. 📍 10 N. Lake Street, Suite 112, Grayslake, IL. ☎️ Before dropping off, please call or email ahead to ensure staff are in the office to receive them - 847-548-5631

Check out the Fall Nature Fest at the Illinois Beach State Park for a free, family-friendly event with guided hikes, hands-on activities including archery and other interactive exhibits for all ages, outdoor recreation,

In Illinois, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. This reinforces the need for continued work to support survivors, address the root causes of abuse, and hold perpetrators accountable.

Protecting our communities isn’t just about keeping them safe — it’s about fostering trust, building connections, and working together to create a place where everyone can thrive. Having these conversations with our local police force is essential in-