Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
@ltgovstratton.illinois.gov
Official account of Illinois’ 48th Lt. Governor. Advancing justice and uplifting women + girls across Illinois. Our only way forward is together. she/her.
Happy Founders' Day to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated. Thank you for your service and sisterhood!
January 16, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Happy Founders' Day to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated. Thank you for your service and sisterhood!
Know this: Illinois will fight to protect lifesaving care—especially in the face of Trump's malicious attacks.
Shameful and cruel.
Trump is breaking his pledge to MAHA, cutting addiction care, and pulling the plug on programs that improve Americans' mental health to prevent suicide.
Illinois is fighting for the support our people deserve — we'll be here for you.
Trump is breaking his pledge to MAHA, cutting addiction care, and pulling the plug on programs that improve Americans' mental health to prevent suicide.
Illinois is fighting for the support our people deserve — we'll be here for you.
Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants
The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services. The cuts could total as much as $2 billion.
www.npr.org
January 14, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Know this: Illinois will fight to protect lifesaving care—especially in the face of Trump's malicious attacks.
Rick Garcia's tireless activism shaped Illinois into the welcoming state it is today. We'll honor his legacy by continuing the fight for equality, where everyone can be their most beautiful, authentic selves. Sending prayers of comfort and peace to all who love him.
Rick Garcia, activist and leader in Chicago's LGBTQ+ civil rights movement, dies at 69
Rick Garcia, a longtime Chicago LGBTQ+ activist and community leader who was at the forefront of many civil rights victories, died this week.
www.cbsnews.com
January 14, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Rick Garcia's tireless activism shaped Illinois into the welcoming state it is today. We'll honor his legacy by continuing the fight for equality, where everyone can be their most beautiful, authentic selves. Sending prayers of comfort and peace to all who love him.
As a commissioner of the Route 66 Centennial Commission, I’m thrilled the celebrations have begun! The Drive Home made its way to Chicago, with Detroit as its final destination. Welcome Drive Home travelers and thanks for celebrating 100 years of connection with us!
January 13, 2026 at 11:30 PM
As a commissioner of the Route 66 Centennial Commission, I’m thrilled the celebrations have begun! The Drive Home made its way to Chicago, with Detroit as its final destination. Welcome Drive Home travelers and thanks for celebrating 100 years of connection with us!
It’s Cervical Health Awareness Month. This is your reminder to schedule your annual appointment—early detection and preventative treatments are key.
DYK Illinois offers free mammograms and cervical screenings?
DYK Illinois offers free mammograms and cervical screenings?
January 12, 2026 at 11:30 PM
It’s Cervical Health Awareness Month. This is your reminder to schedule your annual appointment—early detection and preventative treatments are key.
DYK Illinois offers free mammograms and cervical screenings?
DYK Illinois offers free mammograms and cervical screenings?
We’re taking a stand and protecting our right to safety.
In the face of the Trump Administration’s cruelty and intimidation, Illinois is standing up for our people.
Today, we are once again taking Trump to court to hold his administration accountable for its unlawful tactics, unnecessary escalations, and flagrant abuses of power.
Today, we are once again taking Trump to court to hold his administration accountable for its unlawful tactics, unnecessary escalations, and flagrant abuses of power.
January 12, 2026 at 8:24 PM
We’re taking a stand and protecting our right to safety.
Happy Phi Beta Sigma Founders Day! 💙 Your commitment to community service has empowered generations of men—thank you and keep up the amazing work!
January 9, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Happy Phi Beta Sigma Founders Day! 💙 Your commitment to community service has empowered generations of men—thank you and keep up the amazing work!
To our friends in Minnesota, we've got your back.
I invite all Americans to join Minnesota in a day of unity tomorrow.
January 9, 2026 at 4:10 PM
To our friends in Minnesota, we've got your back.
Yet another unconstitutional abuse of power, one that puts our troops directly in harms way.
Nearly a year into Trump's administration and all we’ve seen are broken promises.
His actions are endangering the American people and he must be held accountable.
Nearly a year into Trump's administration and all we’ve seen are broken promises.
His actions are endangering the American people and he must be held accountable.
Donald Trump’s unconstitutional military action in Venezuela is putting our troops in harm's way with no long-term strategy.
The American people deserve a President focused on making their lives more affordable.
The American people deserve a President focused on making their lives more affordable.
January 3, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Yet another unconstitutional abuse of power, one that puts our troops directly in harms way.
Nearly a year into Trump's administration and all we’ve seen are broken promises.
His actions are endangering the American people and he must be held accountable.
Nearly a year into Trump's administration and all we’ve seen are broken promises.
His actions are endangering the American people and he must be held accountable.
2025 was a year of building stronger communities together. Our Justice Equity and Opportunity (JEO) teamed up with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority to host a statewide conference on higher education in prison. Together, we will transform the criminal legal system.
December 31, 2025 at 4:54 PM
2025 was a year of building stronger communities together. Our Justice Equity and Opportunity (JEO) teamed up with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority to host a statewide conference on higher education in prison. Together, we will transform the criminal legal system.
The Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program invests in communities that have been harmed by the war on drugs.
Over the last 5 years, we’ve invested $280 million in grants to 400 grantees. 2025 was a year of building strong community ties!
Over the last 5 years, we’ve invested $280 million in grants to 400 grantees. 2025 was a year of building strong community ties!
December 30, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program invests in communities that have been harmed by the war on drugs.
Over the last 5 years, we’ve invested $280 million in grants to 400 grantees. 2025 was a year of building strong community ties!
Over the last 5 years, we’ve invested $280 million in grants to 400 grantees. 2025 was a year of building strong community ties!
In 2025, Illinois remained the national champion for birth equity. We released the multi-agency Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to ensure every mom has a safe pregnancy, delivery and support for their postpartum journey.
December 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
In 2025, Illinois remained the national champion for birth equity. We released the multi-agency Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to ensure every mom has a safe pregnancy, delivery and support for their postpartum journey.
Merry Christmas, Illinois! To all who celebrate, Bryan and I wish you a wonderful, restful day of celebration. 🎄
December 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Merry Christmas, Illinois! To all who celebrate, Bryan and I wish you a wonderful, restful day of celebration. 🎄
DYK: your Christmas tree might have been grown in Illinois? 🎄 We produce over 60,000 trees a year—each one takes six to ten years to mature! #AgConnectsUsAll!
December 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
DYK: your Christmas tree might have been grown in Illinois? 🎄 We produce over 60,000 trees a year—each one takes six to ten years to mature! #AgConnectsUsAll!
The Supreme Court has endorsed what we’ve been saying since the beginning—a president cannot use our cities as a playground for authoritarianism.
U.S. Supreme Court sides against Trump, won't lift block on National Guard deployment in Illinois
The decision, appearing on the high court’s “emergency” or “shadow” docket, is the first from the justices addressing President Donald Trump’s efforts to deploy National Guard troops into American cit...
chicago.suntimes.com
December 23, 2025 at 10:06 PM
The Supreme Court has endorsed what we’ve been saying since the beginning—a president cannot use our cities as a playground for authoritarianism.
Stay tuned: the next Restore, Reinvest, Renew (R3) grant opportunity is coming!
Together with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, we’re directing real investment to communities most harmed by the war on drugs—and continuing the work of repair and renewal.
Together with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, we’re directing real investment to communities most harmed by the war on drugs—and continuing the work of repair and renewal.
December 23, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Stay tuned: the next Restore, Reinvest, Renew (R3) grant opportunity is coming!
Together with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, we’re directing real investment to communities most harmed by the war on drugs—and continuing the work of repair and renewal.
Together with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, we’re directing real investment to communities most harmed by the war on drugs—and continuing the work of repair and renewal.
To everyone gathering with their loved ones for the last night of Hanukkah, I wish you all light, love, and peace.
December 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
To everyone gathering with their loved ones for the last night of Hanukkah, I wish you all light, love, and peace.
On the longest night of the year, may you and your loved ones find peace and warmth in each other's company. Happy Winter Solstice!
December 22, 2025 at 1:30 AM
On the longest night of the year, may you and your loved ones find peace and warmth in each other's company. Happy Winter Solstice!
Congratulations to Illinois’ own Quilen Blackwell—you make us proud!
Quilen Blackwell, whose nonprofit ‘farm-to-vase’ flower shop employs at-risk youth, is CNN’s Hero of the Year | CNN
Quilen Blackwell, whose nonprofit transforms vacant lots on Chicago’s South Side into flower farms that employ at-risk young people to grow, arrange and sell the flowers, is the 2025 CNN Hero of the Year.
www.cnn.com
December 19, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Congratulations to Illinois’ own Quilen Blackwell—you make us proud!
Our seniors—who have given so much to us—deserve to live with dignity and joy. Thank you Alderman Timmy Knudsen for bringing seniors together year after year and helping make Illinois the best place at all ages!
December 16, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Our seniors—who have given so much to us—deserve to live with dignity and joy. Thank you Alderman Timmy Knudsen for bringing seniors together year after year and helping make Illinois the best place at all ages!
DUE TODAY! If you’re interested in joining our 2026 Girls Lead cohort, get your applications in by 11:59 tonight!
Good news! We’ve extended the deadline to apply for the next Girls Lead cohort—get your application in by December 15! bit.ly/GirlsLead2025IL
December 15, 2025 at 3:31 PM
DUE TODAY! If you’re interested in joining our 2026 Girls Lead cohort, get your applications in by 11:59 tonight!
I’m devastated by the antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach. This hatred has no place in the fabric of our society. As we mark the first night of Hanukkah—a celebration of finding light in the darkest time—Bryan and I are praying for the victims, their families and all who love them.
December 14, 2025 at 4:58 PM
I’m devastated by the antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach. This hatred has no place in the fabric of our society. As we mark the first night of Hanukkah—a celebration of finding light in the darkest time—Bryan and I are praying for the victims, their families and all who love them.
Tis the season! ❤️ My office is grateful to have the chance to spend time together while giving back to our community. How do you give back this time of year?
December 13, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Tis the season! ❤️ My office is grateful to have the chance to spend time together while giving back to our community. How do you give back this time of year?
From picking up the latest release to grabbing a coffee, local booksellers like Books on First in Dixon bolster the local economy and create community spaces.
It’s the best time of the year to curl up with a book—what are you reading?
It’s the best time of the year to curl up with a book—what are you reading?
December 12, 2025 at 5:15 PM
From picking up the latest release to grabbing a coffee, local booksellers like Books on First in Dixon bolster the local economy and create community spaces.
It’s the best time of the year to curl up with a book—what are you reading?
It’s the best time of the year to curl up with a book—what are you reading?
Reminder: shop local and made local this holiday season! Money you spend in your community stays in your community and strengthens your local economy.
Illinois Made | Enjoy Illinois
The Illinois Made program celebrates small businesses that set our locally-made goods apart. Learn more about the makers and shop locally in Illinois.
www.enjoyillinois.com
December 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Reminder: shop local and made local this holiday season! Money you spend in your community stays in your community and strengthens your local economy.