On July 4th, America celebrates the birth of our nation. Around the holiday, sadly, we often see an increase in impaired driving crashes. From 2017 to 2021, there were 1,460 drivers [...]
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced yesterday that as part of ongoing efforts to keep roadsides, interchanges, ramps and shoulders clean of trash and debris, litter removal operations are scheduled [...]
According to the U.S. Air Quality Index, Chicago’s outdoor air quality today is “Unhealthy” due to wildfire smoke blowing in from Canada. We are alerting families about this issue and we [...]
Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area Read more from Fresh Air Friendship! 6 miles south of the state line, Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area has multi-use trails, picnic areas, and RV/tent/equestrian/youth [...]
With June being Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) is recognizing this awareness month. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are about [...]
All Images & Full Article from Choose Chicago As summer comes to Chicago, there’s no better way to cool off than indulging in a frozen treat. Luckily, our city boasts a [...]
Lowden-Miller State Forest Read more on Fresh Air Friendship! In the Rock River Valley, are the 120-foot bluffs along 3.5 miles of riverfront forested with hardwood and pine trees. At [...]
Illini State Park Read more from Fresh Air Friendship! Out by Marseilles south of the Illinois River is the 510-acre Illini State Park. Native trees include hickory, ash, walnut, elm, [...]
We can all play a part in preventing elder abuse in our communities. Below are 5 things everyone can do to prevent elder abuse this World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. [...]
Here are some photos from the Children’s Safety Expo hosted by Representative Stephens and Mayor Arlene Jezierny in Harwood Heights. The event was a great opportunity for families to come [...]
Lifelong resident and supporter of the 20th District, Representative Bradley A. Stephens was sworn in on June 29, 2019.
Stephens concurrently serves as the CEO of one of the most successful municipalities in the nation, Rosemont, Illinois. Prior to becoming mayor, Brad Stephens served the Village of Rosemont as a member of its Board of Trustees for 18 years.
