There were eight offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Madison County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.
Illinois Representative Kevin Schmidt, alongside Senate Republican Dale Fowler, is actively involved in the bipartisan and bicameral Illinois Children’s Health Caucus. This caucus was established with the aim of examining early childhood development and exploring evidence-based policies and programs that can promote health equity for children, families, and communities across the state.During the first meeting of the Children’s Health Caucus, lawmakers gained insights into the challenges faced by children in Illinois when it comes to accessing specialized healthcare...