These are needed investments in our state buildings and infrastructure to ensure we can rely on these essential systems for years to come.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/guns-school-shooting-knoxville-tn-s5.jpgSenator Smith writes about the pressing issue of gun violence, and how time and again we have failed to take action on this life-or-death issue.

Middle-Class Tax Cut, Housing, Veterans among the losers.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/mental-health-woman-s5.jpgGovernor’s budget includes $500 million to support mental and behavioral health across the state.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/ukraine-war-offensive-2023-s460.pngExact timing, location unclear at this time. Experts' hopeful, but don’t expect big breakthroughs.