SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Willie Preston’s law to expand requirements for school districts to notify families of students with disabilities of advocates experienced in helping students with Individualized Education Programs goes into effect Jan. 1.

“Here in Illinois we have a responsibility to ensure every student receives an equitable education,” said Preston (D-Chicago). “Keeping families of students with disabilities aware of all their available resources will help not just the students, but also their community.”

CHICAGO – To combat growing food insecurity and the affordability crisis, State Senator Willie Preston is teaming up with Walner Law and Living Fresh Market –the nation’s largest Black-owned supermarket – to host the Englewood Thanksgiving Food Drive.

“Hardworking folks shouldn’t have to worry about putting food on the table during the holidays,” said Preston (D-Chicago). “Thanksgiving is a time for family. Nothing brings family together like a warm meal made with love. I am proud to partner with Living Fresh Market and Walner Law to make sure everyone in the Sweet 16^th has a happy Thanksgiving.”

The event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 12-2 p.m. at 6900 S. Emerald St., the future site of the Englewood Chamber of Commerce.

CHICAGO — State Senator Willie Preston joined city officials for a public announcement regarding the development of a new Ogden Park Fieldhouse.

“This project represents a significant investment in the Englewood community, one that will provide every resident, young and old, with spaces and programs designed to help them thrive,” said Preston (D-Chicago). “The new fieldhouse will offer up-to-date facilities that will be fit to serve the community for years to come.”

SPRINGFIELD – With SNAP funding coming to a screeching halt on Nov. 1st, State Senator Willie Preston brought colleagues together for a press conference to sound the alarm about the impact of the loss on 16th District families.

“Starting Saturday, 1.9 million Illinoisans will wake up without the food assistance they rely on to put groceries on their tables,” said Preston (D-Chicago). “I want you to think about who these people are. They're not statistics. They're our neighbors. Our friends. Our family members.”