RT @RepAnnWilliams: Join @SenatorSara6, CPS School Board Member Ellen Rosenfeld and myself next Saturday, Feb. 22nd for Coffee and Conversa…

Our district depends on the public transit system and DuSable Lake Shore Drive. My work is rooted in our neighbors' needs, and I want to hear from you about our transit systems. Please complete our transit safety survey by Friday, 2/14 at 5pm:

The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce's annual meeting was a great opportunity to connect with our neighborhood business owners. Thanks to the chamber's staff for the warm welcome!

Did you know you can get your REAL ID at the Chicago Car Show? Stop by the Secretary of State's booth at the show to get a REAL ID and several other DMV services. Visit for a complete list of required documents for each service. #ILSOS #ChiAutoShow

Mark your calendar for Savor Lincoln Park - March 19, 2025! Tickets can be reserved today for this unique indoor food festival highlighting some Lincoln Park favorites. Get tickets here:

February is Black History Month — a time to celebrate the contributions and achievements of black artists, scholars, and leaders. Events to honor black history are happening all month, and you can find them in Choose Chicago’s Black History Month guide:

TOMORROW: Join Commissioners Steele and Degnen for a property tax appeal workshop at the Lincoln Park Library. The presentation will start at 6pm, but staff will be available to help starting at 5:30pm. RSVP for the workshop here:

Today is National Unclaimed Property Day - a good day to open the Illinois Treasurer's unclaimed property vault and see what funds you lost or forgot. Start your search here:

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember this horrific time in human history. I will own the obligation of this legacy all of my life.

This week, the Secure Community Network invited legislators to tour their facility - where they are doing the in-depth, proactive work of keeping Jewish and other religious communities safe. We will share more about their work soon!

Today is our 4th anniversary of being in the Senate! Here are some highlights of what we've done in the past year:

Today we commemorate the voice of a generation by spreading kindness, advocating for equality and striving to make the world a better place for everyone. #MLKDay In recognition of the holiday, our office will be closed. We will resume regular business hours tomorrow.

Did you know that every two seconds, someone in America needs a blood transfusion? Find a location near you to donate: #NBDM

BEACON, the new youth mental health resource online portal, is a historic accomplishment of inter-agency collaboration. Illinois families seeking behavioral health support for their children can visit to find the resources and facilities they need.

Central Lakeview Neighbors welcomed us to their monthly meeting last night. We covered a lot of ground but had an especially productive conversation about public transportation, safety, and roads.

Working alongside senior care providers and advocates is an honor and a privilege - thank you for recognizing me along with Leader Gabel today. Caring for our elder Illinoisians and helping them age with grace and dignity will always be a legislative priority.

On National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, I am honored to work with local law enforcement to promote public safety.

Join the Chicago History Museum on January 20th for a family-focused celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s fight for civil rights. Book your museum tickets today:

Today, Supreme Court Justice Mary Kay O'Brien delivered the oath of office to Senate President Don Harmon, ushering in the 104th General Assembly. Now, let's get to work.

The 47th Ward Green Council's environmental advocates trekked down to Springfield today to discuss a clean, sustainable future for Illinois.