Kankakee Times

Madigan described as safety net for Hutchinson's career

By S. Laney Griffo | Aug 9, 2017

A former opponent says Sen. Toi Hutchinson (D-Chicago Heights) will remain in power with the help of House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) and special interest groups despite not representing her constituents' interests.

Parkhurst seeks government reform to end Illinois exodus

By S. Laney Griffo | Dec 26, 2016

Before even taking office, state Rep.-elect Lindsay Parkhurst (R-Kankakee) is making a strong statement about government reform following a shocking study showing an exodus from Illinois.