Menopause symptoms will be experienced by half the population, but we don’t talk about it nearly enough. With this bill, more providers will be informed about menopause so more women can get the care they deserve. Illinois is once again leading the way.

DYK Illinois is home to over 100 independent bookstores? It’s Book Lovers Day! What local spot are you shopping at?

We're making Illinois the best place for women and girls by putting their health and safety at the forefront.

Today is Moms' Equal Pay Day, marking how far into the year mothers have to work to equal what fathers earned the previous year. Let's end the gender pay gap!

Rides. Corn dogs. Grandstand concerts. Butter cow. Just one more week until the State Fair!

Let the countdown begin! ☀️ 2 weeks until gates open at the Illinois State Fair!

Grateful for each girl who joined us for Girls Lead. Hearing about your shadow days and dreams for the future is incredibly inspiring. I can’t wait to see where you lead next!

Meeting with the Military Economic Development Committee, the Illinois Council on Women and Girls and getting to know Girls Lead participants—that’s how you do a Monday.

Today is Illinois' first Emmett Till Day, marking what would have been his 85th birthday. His murder is not distance history—it's living memory for many. In his honor, we recommit not just to remembering but to acting against injustice at every level.

As part of Girls Lead, Ava, Anavi, and Ana joined us for the day—seeing first-hand how our agencies work together to serve the people of Illinois. Keep shining, girls!

Black women are just now catching up to what white men earned last year—and we're over halfway through 2026. Equal pay isn’t a talking point; it’s a promise we haven't kept. Let’s close the gap.

R3 grantee LEAD helps small businesses in Central Illinois find the right resources to thrive. From supporting entrepreneurs to revitalizing townships, they’re making sure Illinoisans succeed.

Wonderful to talk to the Governor's Office Academy of Leadership, a group focused on growing leadership and cross-agency collaboration. Proud to be part of an administration that prioritizes employee development—the future of public service in Illinois is bright!

As part of the Girls Lead experience, Bridget joined our Restore, Reinvest, Renew board meeting—thanks to Shelith for showing her what putting R3's mission into practice looks like. Future leader in the making!

Submissions for our America 250 essay contest came from every corner of the state! Thank you to all of the students who shared their story. Read the winning essays on our website: ltgov.illinois.gov/il250

In Springfield, Charleigh joined Rachel from the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology to talk all things women in STEM. Thank you both for being part of Girls Lead!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 Today we celebrate the promise of this country — and recommit to the work of living up to it.

Restore, Reinvest, Renew grantee Northeast Community Fund is stepping up for the community. From food and clothing to help with home repair, they’re helping their fellow Illinoisans get ahead.

Love to see Girls Lead in action! Ella joined Haley from the Governor’s team for a day supporting her fellow Illinoisans. Amazing work, Ella!

250 years of American stories and Illinois students showed up to add their own. Your words, your stories, and your perspectives make our state’s story richer. We’re so proud of you! Read the essays: ltgov.illinois.gov/il250.html

The Supreme Court reaffirms what we’ve known all along—birthright citizenship is nonnegotiable.

As we close out Pride month, rest assured, we’re protecting your right to be you every day of the year.

Countless communities have been harmed by violence, excessive incarceration, and economic disinvestment. As Chair of the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) board, I’m proud of our work to break the cycle and uplift everyone.

Happy Pride, Illinois! 🏳️‍🌈 Today we reaffirm that Illinois is a safe haven to be YOU!

Did you know Illinois is number 1 in in the country for soybean production? 10 million acres are grown each year—that’s ¼ of the state!

The affordability crisis is real. While Trump pretends nothing is wrong, I know you feel it every time you tap your card or pay a bill.

So proud to announce the fourth cohort of Restore, Renew, Reinvest grantees with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority. This round of R3 grantees will continue the important work of investing in communities that have been left behind.

Juneteenth is a celebration of Black heritage, history, and our future. It’s also a reminder of how far we have come thanks to work of generations. We carry that legacy with us as we continue to fight for progress.

This budget provides relief to countless Illinoisans struggling to make ends meet in a Trump economy.