news

Happy holidays! Whether you’re attending festive events, donating towards charitable causes, or spending time with friends and family inside to avoid the cold winter weather, I hope that your holiday season has been off to a great start. Please read on for upcoming events, holiday donation drives, a recap of November, and more.   Holiday […]

I know this week has been incredibly difficult and emotional for many of us. As your State Representative, I will spend this upcoming legislative session focused on continuing to protect our rights in Illinois while working to pass a balanced budget that works for my constituents in the 12th District and beyond. Please read on […]

Happy October! With the excitement of changing leaves and cooler temperatures comes the reminder to get you and your family vaccinated for the flu and COVID-19. Please see below for Chicago Department of Public Health immunization clinics happening near the 12th District. 44th Ward Vaccination Clinic Tuesday, October 15th from 10AM-2PM Merlo Branch, Chicago Public […]

I hope you enjoyed the Labor Day Weekend. With kiddos back in school and the long weekend over, it feels like summer is officially coming to an end. The remainder of our team’s summer was spent out in the community, planning constituent service events for this fall, and preparing for the upcoming legislative session. Please […]

August is a big month in Chicago! With the DNC, the Chicago Air & Water Show, Lollapalooza and students returning to school, we’re looking at a busy few weeks ahead of us. The Democratic National Convention, in particular, will put our city on the world’s stage. This event, taking place from August 19 – 22, […]

Happy Pride Month, District 12! May this month be one of celebration, community, and solidarity in the continued fight to protect and advance the rights of our LGBTQIA+ neighbors. At a time when the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community have been under attack across the country, I am proud of the work that we have […]

The General Assembly is back in Springfield following a brief spring recess. During the short break, I had the opportunity to join in on a few of the spring events throughout the district. It was so great connecting with many of you while seeing our neighborhoods in bloom! Throughout May, the House will be focusing […]

Happy International Women’s Day! This day gives us the opportunity to recognize the remarkable achievements and invaluable contributions women have made throughout our history. While recognizing past triumphs for women, it’s also important that we celebrate those who continue to fight to break glass ceilings and forge new paths. As a member of the House […]