Illinois State Senator Craig Wilcox
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Recent News About Illinois State Senator Craig Wilcox
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Senator Wilcox hosts events for motorists switching to new IPASS stickers
State Senator Craig Wilcox is organizing two events in McHenry County to assist motorists in transitioning to the new IPASS sticker system, replacing the existing plastic transponders. The events are being held in collaboration with the Illinois Tollway on October 28 and November 4.
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Madigan trial begins as jury selection gets underway
Jury selection has commenced in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, who is facing 23 charges including racketeering, bribery, and wire fraud. The charges stem from an alleged bribery scheme involving Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), the state's largest utility. Madigan, who served in the Illinois House from 1971 until his resignation in 2021, was a significant political figure in Illinois and also chaired the Democratic Party of Illinois.
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Wilcox engages constituents; GOP calls for DCFS audit over abuse allegations
Senator Craig Wilcox recently connected with constituents during a Conversations Untapped event at the Grove Pub & Grill in Spring Grove. The gathering allowed attendees to discuss local issues and provided an opportunity for Senator Wilcox to highlight a local business. He expressed gratitude to the venue for hosting the event.
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Illinois senators seek immigrant crime data amid public safety concerns
Illinois Senate Republicans have raised concerns over the presence of immigrants with criminal histories in the state, following data from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) indicating that there are over 600,000 such individuals nationwide. State Senator Craig Wilcox, along with Senators Dave Syverson, Chapin Rose, and Jil Tracy, is pressing for specific information regarding Illinois.
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Senators seek veteran photos for Capitol display
State Senators Don DeWitte and Craig Wilcox are inviting constituents to contribute photos and stories of their veteran family members for a display at the Illinois Capitol. The "Honoring All Who Served" Veterans Day Display will be showcased in the rotunda from November 11 through November 25.
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Senator Wilcox hosts outreach events across the district
Senator Craig Wilcox recently hosted a Conversations Untapped event in Richmond at the Brathaus, providing an opportunity for constituents to engage in casual conversations with their State Senator. "I want to thank everyone who came out to my Conversations Untapped event last week," said Wilcox. The event allowed residents to discuss important issues and offer feedback on new or recently-passed legislation.
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Wilcox hosts Barks & Brews; addresses cyber threats and Bright Start changes
Senator Craig Wilcox hosted his annual Barks & Brews event at Kishwaukee Brewing Company in Woodstock last week. Attendees were greeted by a pen of mixed-breed puppies looking for forever homes, along with a few older dogs. The event featured casual conversations and craft brews, highlighted by the presence of K9s4U, a non-profit dog rescue based in McHenry.
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Senator Wilcox plans Conversations Untapped events in Richmond and Spring Grove
State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-Woodstock) is set to host two “Conversations Untapped” events in the coming weeks, aiming to connect with constituents and support local businesses.
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Senator Wilcox hosts Barks & Brews event with dog adoptions in Woodstock
State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) is set to collaborate with Kishwaukee Brewing and K9s4U Dog Rescue for a unique event on September 19. The Barks & Brews event will feature casual conversation, craft brews, and dogs available for adoption.
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Senator Wilcox announces fall events schedule including Barks & Brews
Senator Craig Wilcox has announced a series of events for the fall, beginning with "Barks & Brews" on September 19. The event, held in partnership with K9s4U and Kishwaukee Brewing Company in Woodstock, offers an evening of casual conversation and pet adoptions.
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Federal judge rules against concealed carry ban on public transit
On August 30, a federal judge in Rockford ruled that the state's prohibition on carrying concealed weapons on public transportation and in public transportation facilities was unconstitutional. This ruling applies specifically to the four plaintiffs named in the suit, who will now be allowed to carry concealed weapons on CTA and Metra services.
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Senators Wilcox and Syverson host Medicare seminar in Richmond
Senators Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) and Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) invite those interested in learning more about the federal Medicare program to attend a free informational session that will be held in Richmond on September 11.
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Senate transportation committee gathers public input on regional transit reform
Senate Transportation Committee Meets at ECC to Receive Kane/McHenry Input on Public Transit Plan
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Over $277K allocated to 32nd Senate district libraries
State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) has announced that libraries and library districts within the 32nd Senate District will receive a total of $277,744.01 in state library grants.
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New legislation offers extended driver's licenses; small businesses struggle amid economic downturn
Illinois drivers will soon have the option to choose between a four-year or eight-year driver’s license, thanks to new legislation recently signed into law. Senator Craig Wilcox expressed his support for this bill.
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Senator Craig Wilcox addresses new laws and local events
When constituents attended the REAL ID appointments at an event co-hosted by Senator Craig Wilcox, Representatives Reick, and Weber last week, they received an unexpected benefit. Officials from the Illinois Tollway were present to assist attendees in switching their plastic IPASS transponders for new sticker technology. Nearly every individual who signed up for REAL ID services also took advantage of this opportunity.
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Senator Wilcox announces REAL ID event amid legislative updates
Senator Craig Wilcox is set to host a REAL ID event in McHenry on August 5, in collaboration with the Secretary of State’s office. Registrations are required for this event, and walk-ins will not be accommodated. Interested individuals are encouraged to call the district office at (815) 455-6330 to reserve a time slot and ensure they bring all necessary documents.
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Northern Illinois recovers after storms; legislative updates from Sen. Craig Wilcox
The storms that swept through Northern Illinois on July 15 produced at least ten tornadoes, leaving nearly half a million ComEd customers without power. As of last Friday, power had been restored to 99% of the utility's customers.
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Senator Wilcox addresses assassination attempt and state issues
Senator Craig Wilcox issued a statement in response to the recent assassination attempt on President Trump, expressing gratitude to Secret Service officials and condolences to those affected. "It saddens me to know there are people in this country who believe opening fire on a political figure is somehow heroic," Wilcox said. He emphasized the need for transparent answers regarding the incident and called for a return to civility in political discourse.
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Senator Wilcox partners with Illinois Treasurer's Office for unclaimed property event
State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) is partnering with the Illinois Treasurer’s Office on July 17 to connect residents of McHenry and Lake Counties with more than $5 billion in unclaimed property and cash. From 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Wednesday, July 17, attendees can meet with a counselor from the Treasurer’s Office at the Algonquin Township Community Building to learn if some of the unclaimed items are theirs. In addition to helping people search for property and cash, counselors can help them file claims.