Written by David Curtin
Governor JB Pritzker is currently “tackling” the housing shortage in Illinois by proposing the BUILD Act. It is basically a state takeover of local housing regulations in order to do what “the state thinks best.”
The Senate Democrats have problems with this proposal – it didn’t go far enough. Sigh. They introduced a package of proposals that made the BUILD Act seem sunny by comparison. All well-meaning, mind you, but seriously doubling down on the state overriding local housing regulations.… Continue Reading
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
In this episode of Illinois Family Spotlight, we talk with former Illinois State Representative Tom Morrison, now Vice President of Recruitment and Training for the Big Tent Coalition, about why local and state elections matter and what it takes to run an effective campaign.
Morrison explains that while presidential and congressional races receive most of the attention, local officials make consequential decisions involving property taxes, schools, zoning, utilities, roads, and other issues that directly affect families and communities.… Continue Reading
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
In this episode of Spotlight, IFI’s David Smith sits down with Geno Young to discuss his book, Sex, Drugs and Illiteracy: The Death of Education in America, and to examine why he believes the academic and cultural collapse in government schools is both deliberate and nationwide.
Young shares the firsthand experiences he witnessed while working as a substitute teacher in Illinois public high schools, including Hillcrest, Tinley Park, Oak Forest, Thornridge, Thornwood, and Thornton.… Continue Reading
Written by Thomas Hampson
John Adams’s test of character, the Pritzker story J.B. tells, and the history the polished biographies leave out
“Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious People. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” — John Adams, October 11, 1798 [1]
John Adams was not advocating a religious test for office. He was arguing that in self-government, our constitution—our laws—cannot replace character. In the same letter, Adams warned that avarice, ambition, revenge, and other passions, if unrestrained by morality and religion, could break even the strongest constitutional restraints.… Continue Reading
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September 8, 2026 9:00 AM | 
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Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
What is going on with American women? This week’s episode addresses this very question. In the midst of the Lindsay Clancy trial proceedings, social media has a revealed a darkness that is alive and well in our culture.
In this episode of Illinois Family Spotlight, hosts Jenna Smith and Alyssa Sonnenburg are joined by guest Stephanie Stapert to examine the viral Lindsay Clancy case from a firm, biblical perspective. With so many women across the country seeking solidarity with Lindsay Clancy, this conversation addresses the damaging effects of toxic empathy—the dangerous tendency of modern women to align themselves with objectively evil acts under the guise of mental health advocacy.… Continue Reading
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
In this episode of Spotlight, we hear from Dr. George Barna, a renowned researcher at Arizona Christian University and IFI’s 2026 annual worldview conference guest speaker.
In his speech, Barna will talk about the development of a biblical worldview and how a biblical worldview makes a difference in being disciples of Jesus.
“You want to solve abortion, you want to solve immigration, you want to solve crime, you want to solve any other issue facing America today– get the worldview right.
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Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
In this special edition of Illinois Family Spotlight, you will hear from author interviews captured at the 2026 Illinois Christian Home Educators Conference (ICHE), a conference designed to disciple homeschooling families mentally and spiritually.
In the first half, you will hear from Rhonda Robinson, a mother of nine and and grandmother of 39! An award-winning author with over 25 years of writing experience, she currently serves as manager and content producer for the Parenting and Marriage web content at Focus on the Family.… Continue Reading
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
In this special episode of Spotlight, you will hear from two special speakers. Held at Olivet Nazarene University, the 2026 Illinois Christian Educator’s Conference featured a host of keynote speakers that inspired faithfulness and excellence in the younger generation.
Carl Kerby, one of the event’s keynotes, represented Reasons for Hope, a non-profit apologetics ministry designed to equip Christians with real answers to hard questions.
Kelly Love, another featured keynote speaker, works as the National Sales Director with Trail Life USA, a Christian alternative to the compromised Boy Scouts.… Continue Reading
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
On July 13th, 47 U.S. House members wrote a letter to Brendan Carr, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
In this letter, House members strongly supported the FCC’s review of parental guidelines for TV shows meant for children:
“American children and families are under attack. Parents deserve full transparency from television and streaming services regarding unwanted sexual content in programming rated for children, and it is our intention to provide them with the tools and information they need to make informed choices for their families.”
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LGBTQ Agenda, Marriage, Family & Culture | Alyssa Sonnenburg | July 23, 2026 11:00 AM | Comments Off on House Republicans: Kids’ Shows Need Warning Labels
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
On July 14th, the U.S. House Education and Workforce Committee held a hearing that was titled, “Training Activists, Not Physicians: The Impact of DEI on Medical Schools.”
United States Representative Mary Miller (R-IL) pressed two medical school deans, Dr. Sam Hawgood and Dr. Steve Dubinett, on whether or not men can get pregnant. You would think that the question would be extremely easy to answer.
No, men cannot get pregnant.… Continue Reading
