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Senator Wilcox schedules two IPASS assistance events for Lake County residents

State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) will host two IPASS on Demand events in Lake County this September, bringing a mobile team from the Illinois Tollway to assist residents with the transition to new sticker technology.

By N. B. Green | Sep 4, 2025

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Senator Craig Wilcox concludes Conversations Untapped Tour; highlights upcoming events and legislative updates

Senator Craig Wilcox recently concluded his Conversations Untapped Tour with an event in Lake Villa.

By A. A. Hernandez | Sep 2, 2025

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Senator Wilcox discusses local events and policy issues affecting District 32

By McHenry Times | Aug 25, 2025

A recent community event, Barks & Brews 2025, drew a large crowd in District 32.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: Family Health Partnership Clinic

By A. A. Hernandez | Aug 21, 2025

Family Health Partnership Clinic, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $10,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

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FOIA request sent to City of McHenry regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By McHenry Times | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of McHenry regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Crystal Lake regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By McHenry Times | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Crystal Lake regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Marengo regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By McHenry Times | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Marengo regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Harvard regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025

By McHenry Times | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Harvard regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Woodstock regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025

By McHenry Times | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Woodstock regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

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Senator Wilcox highlights legislative action on veterans' issues, senior drivers

By McHenry Times | Aug 18, 2025

Senator Craig Wilcox joined other lawmakers at a legislative luncheon hosted by the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce last week.

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Senator Wilcox-backed law changes pay rules for veterans with nontraditional work shifts

By McHenry Times | Aug 18, 2025

Legislation sponsored by State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) has been signed into law, providing new protections for reservists and veterans in Illinois whose civilian jobs include nontraditional or overnight shifts.

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Senator Wilcox schedules final Conversations Untapped event for August 28 in Lake Villa

By McHenry Times | Aug 15, 2025

State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) will hold the final Conversations Untapped event of his outreach tour in Lake Villa on August 28.

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Prairie State Taxes: McHenry residents rank 82nd in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for June

By C. L. Newberry | Aug 14, 2025

McHenry residents paid just under $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 82nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

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Crystal Lake residents paid 27th-largest sum in sales taxes per muncipality in Illinois during June

By C. L. Newberry | Aug 13, 2025

Crystal Lake residents paid just under $2.7 million in sales taxes, the 27th highest total paid per municipality in June.

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McHenry County residents paid 7th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during June

By C. L. Newberry | Aug 11, 2025

McHenry County residents paid approximately $4.8 million in sales taxes, the seventh highest total paid per county in June.

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Prairie State Taxes: Algonquin residents rank 57th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for June

By C. L. Newberry | Aug 11, 2025

Algonquin residents paid approximately $1.7 million in sales taxes, ranking 57th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

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Audit cites repeated issues at DCFS; new laws target farming access and disability rights

By McHenry Times | Aug 11, 2025

A recent audit by the Illinois Auditor General has highlighted ongoing problems at the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).

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Rep. Reick and Sen. Wilcox host free shredding and food drive event in Woodstock

By McHenry Times | Aug 11, 2025

State Representative Steve Reick and State Senator Craig Wilcox will hold a free shredding and food drive event on Saturday, August 16, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Rep. Reick’s District Office, located at 1072 Lake Avenue in Woodstock. “This event...

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Senator Wilcox partners with local dog rescue for Woodstock adoption event

By McHenry Times | Aug 11, 2025

Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) will host a community event in Woodstock on August 21, partnering with Kishwaukee Brewing and K9s4U Dog Rescue.

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Legislation expanding opportunities for new Illinois farmers signed into law

By McHenry Times | Aug 8, 2025

State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) has welcomed the signing of bipartisan legislation he co-sponsored to expand opportunities for new farmers in Illinois.