Jonathan Carroll State Representative - Illinois 57th District

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May17

Happ Road project hits funding speedbump, but trustees say drive on – but they’re not so sure about the fountain

Original story written for The Record Northshore by Peter Kaspari on May 17th. A link to the original article may be found HERE. Image credit to Teska Associates A major road construction project in Northfield will stay on schedule despite a funding setback, and the Village will explore alternative design elements, according to a discussion…

May3

Illinois Sportsbooks Could Add In-State College Sports Betting Under New Bill

Original article written by Ian Firstenberg for the Chicago Tribune on May 2nd, 2023. A link to the original article may be found HERE. Illinois may legalize online sports betting on in-state college teams, with HB4041 currently under deliberation. Right now, you can only bet on teams like Illinois football or Northwestern basketball at in-person sportsbooks. The…

Mar16

Carroll introduces bill to prohibit loans for pet purchases

Original article written by Dave Oberhelman for the Daily Herald on March 15th, 2023. To find the original article please click HERE. In an announcement March 14 by 57th District state Rep. Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook), a bill he introduced and advanced would close a loophole often used by unscrupulous dog breeders, he said. House…

Feb21

New law causing unintended consequences for those with major food allergies

Original article written by Samantha Chatman for ABC7 on February 19th, 2023. To find the original article, click HERE. As of January 1, sesame is recognized as a major food allergen by the FDA and foods that contain sesame must be labeled on the packaging. CHICAGO (WLS) — A new law to protect people…

Sep29

Get ready to fall back in Illinois as the end of daylight savings time approaches

Original article written by Cassidy Waigand for the Peoria Journal Star on September 28th, 2022. A link to the original story may be found HERE. Autumn is officially here. Every fall, there’s one big question: When does daylight saving time end in Illinois? The end of daylight saving time happens on Sunday, Nov. 6, and…

Apr26

Illinois DNR recommending to stop using bird feeders, through May 31

Original article published by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources on 4/21/2022. A link to the original article may be found HERE. Article originally Published by Jayette Bolinski, Communication Director IDNR IDNR recommends halt to use of bird feeders, bird baths through May 31 until spread of avian influenza subsides SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department…

Apr11

Daily Herald opinion: Get it together Illinois. Bill requiring taxing bodies to look at consolidation is a good start

Original article published by the Daily Herald Editorial Board for the Chicago Daily Herald on 4/8/2022. A link to the original article may be found HERE. The article omits the bill number, but it is in reference to SB3789, a bill caried by State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Jonathan Carroll. Photo provided is…

Apr4

Rep. Carroll Collecting Donations For Ukraine At Northbrook Office

Article originally posted by Eric DeGrechie of the Northbrook Patch on April 1st, 2022. A link to the original article may be found HERE. NORTHBROOK, IL — Saying the ongoing events in Ukraine have been “heart-wrenching to watch,” Illinois State Representative Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook) is helping relief efforts by collecting donations through April 11 at…

Apr1

Mark your calendar: March 31-April 6 (Donation Drive)

Article originally written for the Daily Herald on March 31st, 2022. A link to the original article may be found HERE . Below is an excerpt from the events page article which lists several unrelated events. Your donations needed: State Rep. Jonathan Carroll is collecting donations to help Ukrainian refugees through April 11 at his office, 3153…

Mar16

Pritzker Freezes Funds to Madigan-Sponsored Projects

Original article written by Chuck Neubauer and Sandy Bergo on March 8th, 2022 for the Better Government Association. You may find a link to the article HERE Gov. J.B. Pritzker has agreed to freeze tens of millions of dollars in state funding for four projects sponsored by indicted former Speaker Michael J. Madigan, his office…

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State Representative Jonathan Carroll sworn in by Elaine Nekritz

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3153 Dundee Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone: (847) 229-5499
Hours: 10:00am – 6:00pm
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231 E. Stratton Building
Springfield, IL 62706
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