High temperatures kill hundreds of people every year. Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet more than 700 people die from extreme heat every year in the United States. Take…

KANKAKEE – On Thursday, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) sent a letter to Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Secretary Mario Treto urging IDFPR to address…

KANKAKEE – As the trial begins for former chief of staff to Michael Madigan, Tim Mapes, on charges he lied to a federal grand jury in a federal investigation of…

Welcome to my July E-Newsletter. July has arrived, bringing sunshine, warmth, and endless adventures. Enjoy every moment! Below are some updates! FIGHTING FOR YOU! Monthly Daily Journal Column I have…

I’m glad to host the school supply and backpack giveaway at Tuesday’s National Night Out event! Be sure to stop by this Tuesday from 3:30 PM – 9 PM for…

The Illinois State Fair has been celebrated nearly every year since 1953. Packed with activities and attractions the whole family will enjoy, the fair is a calendar highlight not to…

With the impending heat, below is a list of cooling locations located in the 79th District and surrounding areas. Please take precautions to stay cool and safe these next few…

KANKAKEE – For July 2023’s Local Business Spotlight, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) honored Route 17 Complete Auto Repair in Kankakee. She presented a certificate of recognition to owners Nick…

This week in District 79, I was up to a lot of work! I was honored to join House Republican Leader Tony McCombie and House Deputy Republican Leader Norine Hammond…

With the release of Oppenheimer this weekend, it’s also important to remember that the atom was first split at the University of Chicago in 1942. Read more below: Announcing the…