Sound of the State

Senator Mike Halpin Discusses Higher Education in Illinois 09.01.2024 9:26 ↓

State Senator Mike Halpin joins the Sound of the State to discuss efforts made within Illinois and the Higher Education Committee toward improving higher education accessibility, the importance of funding, and investments the state has made affecting future generations of students.

Top New Laws for 2024 01.01.2024 13:19 ↓

As the new year begins, new laws take effect across Illinois - over three hundred of them for 2024. This episode of the Sound of the State takes a look at a few of those laws, from one making Illinois the first state in the nation to prohibit the banning of books, to another that waives pet adoption fees for our nation’s heroes.

Senator Laura Murphy Discusses the Prevention of Book Banning in Illinois 02.10.2023 14:38 ↓

The number of books banned each year has increased steadily over the last two years. During Banned Book Week, State Senator Laura Murphy discusses her new law to prevent the banning of books from Illinois Libraries.

Senator Laura Fine Discusses National Suicide Prevention Month 22.09.2023 11:59 ↓

No matter who you are, you or someone you love has experienced struggles with their mental health. During National Suicide Prevention Month, State Senator Laura Fine discusses the importance of prioritizing your mental health and her personal experiences with mental health struggles.

Senator Doris Turner Highlights Black Business Month with 48th District Business Owner Corrinne Campbell 30.08.2023 6:46 ↓

State Senator Doris Turner highlights Black Business Month with Corrine Campbell, a small business owner in her district in downtown Springfield.

News Brief - August 24, 2023 24.08.2023 4:39 ↓

Families in Illinois can save money through tax credits regarding their school supply purchases. Find out how, in this edition of the News Brief.