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Thursday, February 6, 2025
Happy Birthday, President Ronald Reagan!

Happy Birthday to Former President Ronald Reagan! President Reagan was born and raised in northwestern Illinois before becoming the 40th President of the United States. Read more about celebrating Illinois’ favorite…


Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Pritzker Opens the Door to Tax Hikes

After saying we should not resort to tax hikes to balance our state budget last week, the Governor has now conveniently walked back his statement and said it’s something he would…


Thursday, January 30, 2025
Deering Appointed to House Committees for 104th GA

SPRINGFIELD, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) has issued the following statement regarding her appointment to serve on six key House committees for the 104th General Assembly, where she will play…


Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Rep. Deering to be Special Guest at Q&A Session in Bloomington

I will be the guest speaker this Friday, holding a legislative Q & A to answer any concerns or questions regarding legislation and to speak about my time in the…


Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Soybean Farmers Set New Record Last Year

Illinois soybean farmers set a new record last year and kept our state on top as the #1 soybean producer in the nation.  Read more here.


Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Press Conference with Leader McCombie and Reps Spain and Ugaste today at 2:30

Leader McCombie, Deputy Leader Spain, and Rep Ugaste are holding a press conference at 2:30 pm. We will be streaming live to the caucus Facebook Page for those who would…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Deering Marks National School Choice Week

It’s National School Choice Week! This week, we recommit ourselves to the fight for every child to receive a quality education, regardless of their zip code. Every student deserves the…


Friday, January 24, 2025
Deering Talks Budget, New Legislation, & Goals as New Legislator

State Rep. Regan Deering was sworn into office as the new state representative for the 88th district two weeks ago. WAND News sat down with Deering Thursday to learn more…


Thursday, January 23, 2025
Deering Urges Illinois to Get Serious About Ethics Reform

State Rep. Regan Deering is urging the Illinois General Assembly to get serious about ethics reform following former House Speaker Madigan’s ongoing federal corruption trial. “I’d really like to have…


Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Deering Hosts First Annual Valentines for Seniors Card Drive

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering is hosting her first annual Valentines for Seniors card drive and is encouraging you to participate. Rep. Deering’s office is collecting cards starting on…