Keith Sommer

Republican leaders in McLean and Tazewell counties are taking applications for a short-term appointment to the state legislature. Longtime lawmaker Keith Sommer of Morton has submitted his resignation, effective Dec. 31.

A doctor from Morton says he’s running for an open Illinois House seat that includes much of the district now represented by retiring state Rep. Keith Sommer.

A former Illinois House candidate hopes a more favorable map for Democrats will help her win election next year.

A Central Illinois lawmaker said he’s encouraged by first steps taken by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and the its…

For Illinois residents, autumn means falling leaves, changing temperatures and pumpkins.Representative Keith Sommer wants to shine a brighter spotlight on…