State Senator Don DeWitte

09/02/2026

A full day of constituent meetings.

Village of East Dundee came to the office to discuss their needs and accomplishments. Thanks to President Dan Pearson and Interim village administrator Franco Bottalico.

Next up was a tour of PADS of Elgin, Inc.
Thanks for your time, Katie Thompson, Executive Director, and her dedicated staff. Keep up the good work.

09/02/2026

Mark your calendars now! We're bringing a shred truck to the Rakow branch of the Gail Borden Library on Sept. 12! https://senatordewitte.com/2026/09/02/senator-dewitte-representative-ugaste-to-co-host-free-document-shredding-event-food-drive-in-elgin/

09/01/2026

If you or someone you know needs a cooling center, these links will help you find one near you. Be careful out there.

Cooling Centers in Kane Co.:
https://www.kanecountyil.gov/Lists/Alerts/Attachments/13/Cooling%20Locations%20-%20Updated%206-14-22%20KCOEM.pdf
Cooling Centers in McHenry Co.:
https://www.mchenrycountyil.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/119959/639047599020770000

08/31/2026

Significant road improvements are coming to the 33rd Senate District! You can read all about it in my latest E Newsletter.

Bipartisan Effort Brings $1 Million to Kane County to Fight Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Bipartisanship can deliver meaningful results for our communities, and a recent $1 million federal investment in Kane County is a powerful example. U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi secured a $1 million....

08/29/2026

“Insiders who know transit and have followed the birth of NITA are optimistic. “Compared to where we were as a region, we’re in a much better place now,” one tells me privately. I hope that source is right. This is one experiment Chicago can’t afford to get wrong.”

I could not agree more….

The champagne corks are popping in the offices of Chicago’s long-stressed public transportation system — and for good reason.

08/28/2026

Celebrating 25 years with Tri City Health Partnership Tchpfreeclinic, the only free medical and dental clinic in Kane County providing services to uninsured residents!

Congratulations to this group of dedicated volunteer medical and dental professionals and staff who continue treating each patient with care and are dedicated to bridging the healthcare gap.

Keep up the good work!

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St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce

08/26/2026

When Republicans and Democrats come together on a bi-partisan basis, good things happen.
Many thanks to Congressman Raja Kristamoorthi for securing a $1mil grant from Congress on a bi-partisan basis, to support Kane County States Attorney Jamie Mosser’s office, and Sheriff Ron Hain and Under Sheriff Amy Johnson from the Kane County Sheriff’s office, for software enhancements for investigating and prosecuting predators who promote and distribute the sexual exploitation of our most vulnerable, our children, over the Internet. I was honored to join these outstanding public servants to celebrate this major investment in protecting children.

08/26/2026

Welcome to the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce, Lindsay Tintera, the new President & CEO!

I wish you all the best in carrying on the strong tradition of this amazing organization.

08/26/2026

Happy Illinois Constitution Day! On August 26th, 1818, Illinois ratified its first State Constitution. Today brings an opportunity to reflect on the principles that guide our government and honor the history of our great state.

08/24/2026

Have some documents that need shredded? We are hosting a FREE Shredding event on Sat., Sept. 12th, 9am - 11am. at the Gail Borden Public Libraryy, Rakow Branch, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. in Village of South Elgin.

There will also be a food drive to benefit Food For Greater Elgin. Please drop off your non-perishable and unexpired donations and we will deliver them. Your generosity is much appreciated. Hope to see you!