Senator Cristina Castro

🎧 Listen now: Episode 21 of Estado del Estado — We get the latest on new laws signed following the spring session, including Senator Villanueva’s reaction to the Fiscal Year 2027 state budget. We also chat with Senator Castro on her legislation on limiting cell phone use in schools and strengthening protections for unaccompanied migrant minors in Illinois. In our “Caring for the Community” segment, we visit one of the few Latino-owned supermarkets in her district and explore why she considers it a true “jewel of the district.”

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🎧 Escuche ahora: Episodio 21 de Estado del Estado — En esta edición, conozca las últimas novedades sobre las nuevas leyes firmadas tras la sesión legislativa de primavera, incluida la reacción de la senadora Villanueva a la aprobación del presupuesto estatal para el año fiscal 2027. También conversamos con la senadora Castro sobre su legislación para limitar el uso de teléfonos celulares en las escuelas y fortalecer las protecciones para los menores migrantes no acompañados en Illinois. En nuestra sección “Cuidando a la Comunidad”, visitamos uno de los pocos supermercados de dueños Latinos de en su distrito y descubrimos por qué lo considera una verdadera “joya del distrito”.

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The recent deaths of two immigrant community members during ICE enforcement operations is unacceptable. Violence towards immigrant families must stop.

Read the full Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus statement below.

My staff and I recently toured a local 9-1-1 dispatch center with John Ferraro, ENP, Executive Director of Northwest Central Dispatch System. Dispatchers play an important role in serving our community, and this tour was a great opportunity to learn more about their operations. Thank you for having us!

In partnership with Healthcare Plus and the Gail Borden Library, my office is hosting a resource fair for seniors on Friday, Aug. 7 at the Gail Borden Library. There will be several community resources available, a dance class and more! To learn about the event and how to register, read more below 👇

There is no timeline for grief, and no parent should have to walk through it alone. During National Bereaved Parents Month, let’s honor the memories of children who are gone too soon and support the families who carry that loss every day. Learn more at www.bereavedparentsusa.org.

Summer is a great time to make memories outdoors, but a few simple precautions can make all the difference. Wear sunscreen, drink plenty of water, keep an eye on children near pools and lakes, and never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle. Stay safe and enjoy everything summer has to offer!