Will County Gazette

DuPage residents hope to receive funding from SBA in the form of 'low-interest, long term loans' following tornadoes

By Carrie Bradon | Jul 16, 2021

Illinois is hoping to receive an official disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) after the June 20 tornadoes, which will enable small businesses and residents alike to apply for long-term loans with low-interest rates as they rebuild.

Joyce 'thrilled to recognize and congratulate' Illinois Student Scholars from 40th District

By Carrie Bradon | Apr 30, 2021

Sen. Patrick Joyce (D-Essex) congratulated 192 high school students from the 40th District who had earned the title of 2021-22 Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC).

Joliet Junior College boasts nursing students’ ‘amazing work’ on licensure exams: Rezin applauds

By Carrie Bradon | Mar 28, 2021

Joliet Junior College’s nursing students passed their licensure exams with flying colors, scoring much higher than many more well-known schools.

Batinick sponsoring ‘commonsense’ legislation to improve safety at Illinois schools in the morning

By Carrie Bradon | Mar 24, 2021

Illinois lawmakers are considering legislation that would change the school speed-zone start time to 30 minutes earlier in the morning to improve safety around those buildings.

State Rep. Batinick donates facemasks to health care providers, employees

By Carrie Bradon | May 20, 2020

A number of businesses have ramped up the protection that they require of their employees in the fight against COVID-19, and one legislator is donating facemasks to help supplement their supplies.

Alyssia Benford misrepresented despite being a highly qualified candidate

By Carrie Bradon | Oct 1, 2018

Alyssia Benford,a Republican running for the 98th House District, is speaking out after she was misrepresented in a robocall from Secretary of State Jesse White that endorsed her Democratic opponent.

Benford urges fellow candidates to earn, not buy votes

By Carrie Bradon | Sep 13, 2018

Campaign finance records have shown that more than 60 sitting state lawmakers have been given nearly $15 million by House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago), a fact that infuriates Alyssia Benford.

Benford calls for property tax cap to quell fear, uncertainty

By Carrie Bradon | Aug 23, 2018

Republican House candidate Alyssia Benford is concerned about the impact increasing property taxes have on Illinois residents.

Batinick opposes Universal Basic Income

By Carrie Bradon | Jul 23, 2018

Rep. Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) believes that a universal basic income (UBI) could increase unemployment and ultimately be a drain on municipalities like Chicago.

Batinick prefers pension buyouts to more property taxes

By Carrie Bradon | May 20, 2018

Although Illinois residents already pay some of the highest property taxes in the nation, three economists at the Federal Reserve Bank in Chicago recently recommended an additional 1 percent tax on a home's value to remedy the state's climbing pension debt.

From McHenry Times

Hosta stands out as a Democrat opposed to abortion

By Carrie Bradon | 7 years ago

Few political issues are as hotly contested as abortion, and though abortion has been a largely Democrat-supported issue for years, John Hosta of Spring Grove, who is running in the Democratic primary in the 14th Congressional District for the seat held by Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL), is staunchly opposed to it.

Benford calls out Manley for voting for 2 percent service tax fee

By Carrie Bradon | Feb 28, 2018

Alyssia Benford, Republication candidate for state representative in the 98th District, recently called out her opponent, Rep. Natalie Manley (D-Joliet), for "ineffective leadership" and "lack of communication" related to a tax hike that will cost taxpayers $60 million.

Benford honored for her service to community

By Carrie Bradon | Feb 23, 2018

Alyssa Benford is in the middle of her GOP campaign to represent the 98th House District, but that didn't stop her from taking part in the community happenings.

Benford celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority anniversary

By Carrie Bradon | Jan 16, 2018

Alyssia Benford, a Bolingbrook Republican vying for the seat held by Rep. Natalie Manley (D-Joliet) in the 98th House District, took an active role on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to honor the civil rights leader and also the anniversary of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated.

Benford files petitions to run for House seat in District 98

By Carrie Bradon | Nov 29, 2017

DuPage Township trustee Alyssia Benford of Bolingbrook filed petitions with the Illinois State Board of Elections in her bid to become a representative in District 98.

Lockport Oktoberfest brings out the crowd, candidates

By Carrie Bradon | Sep 26, 2017

For 57 years, the Lockport Township Republican Organization (LTRO) has been dedicated to supporting and promoting family values and individual freedoms -- but the group also knows how to have fun.

McDermed offers free paper shredding event for constituents

By Carrie Bradon | Sep 3, 2017

Rep. Margo McDermed's (R-Mokena) is inviting residents of the 37th House District to shed themselves of unwanted paperwork via shredding at a free event on Saturday, Sept. 16, according to a press release.

Will County Young Republicans embarks on conservative mission

By Carrie Bradon | Jun 26, 2017

In an age of political challenges and party differences, there can be stark contrasts from one political side to another, and one group of young individuals in Will County is raising awareness and support about what it means to be conservative.