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James Marter challenges 16th Congressional Districts incumbent Republican

James Marter challenges 16th Congressional District’s incumbent Republican

John McCain (R-AZ) speaks during a press conference held by the US congressional delegation at the Halifax International Security Forum 2014. He is joined (left to right) by Representative Adam Schiff (D-CA), Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), Representative Mike Pompeo (R-KS), Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), Senator-elect Tom Cotton (R-AR), Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), Representative Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and Representative Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI).

US rep. a no-show at second town hall

By Lindsey Salvatelli | April 24, 2017

DeKALB — U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Channahon) did not appear at a Friday town hall in Cole Hall to which he was invited.About 60 constituents of Illinois’ 16th Congressional District gathered to voice their concerns to Kinzinger. This is not the...

Not From There: The Undocumented Series, part four

By Keith Hernandez | February 27, 2017

DeKALB — Department of Homeland Security memos regarding enhanced enforcement of President Donald Trump’s immigration executive order sparked a call to action by local activists and NIU students the past week.The memos, published Feb. 20, outline...

Even after trailing in the projected polls on Election Day, President-elect Donald Trump was able to win more than the necessary 270 electoral votes by flipping swing states. Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Texas, originally projected to be “blue” states, were key wins in his victory to become president over Secretary Hillary Clinton.

Trump flips swing states for win

By Nicole Scott | November 10, 2016

Even after trailing in the projected polls on Election Day, President-elect Donald Trump was able to win more than the necessary 270 electoral votes by flipping swing states. Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Texas, originally projected to be “blue” states, were key wins in his victory to become president over Secretary Hillary Clinton.

Congressman Adam Kinzinger to hold traveling office hours

By Northern Star staff | April 13, 2016

Congressman Adam Kinzinger’s office will hold traveling office hours throughout the 16th District all month.Kinzinger and staff will be available from 11 a.m. to noon April 27 at 200 S. Fourth St.Staff representatives will assist and provide guidance...

Veterans honored by students at flag raising ceremony

By Rachel Scaman | November 12, 2013

Rep. Adam Kinzinger, who has served in the military, spoke at Monday’s Veterans Day flagraising ceremony to honor those who have served.The Veterans Day Ceremony, which was held at the flag pole by the lagoon outside Altgeld Hall, is an annual event...

Congressman delivers townhall at NIU

By Ali Combs | April 21, 2013

Adam Kinzinger, U.S. Representative for the 16th District in Illinois, put himself in the hot seat at a town hall style meeting at the Holmes Student Center Saturday. Kinzinger responded to questions about taxation, gun control and student issues. Kinzinger...

Kinzinger wins another term, defeats Rohl

By Sierra Lowe | November 7, 2012

Adam Kinzinger, R-Channahon, will continue as the U.S. Representative for Illinois District 16. With 99 percent reporting, incumbent Kinzinger received 61.8 percent of the vote against opponent Wanda Rohl, D-Ottawa. Rohl won DeKalb county by a slim margin....

Election Profile: U.S. Representative IL-16th

Election Profile: U.S. Representative IL-16th

By Joe Palmer | October 30, 2012

Adam Kinzinger Party: Republican, Incumbent Age: 34 Hometown: Channahon Education: Bachelor’s degree in political science from Illinois State University Career: Congressman, pilot in the Air National Guard Main Goals/Priorities: • Reducing the scope...

Candidate profiles U.S. Representative, District 16

By Joe Palmer | February 21, 2012

Name: Donald Manzullo (Incumbent) Affiliation: Republican Hometown: Egan Occupation: US Representative since 1992 Qualifications: Bachelors of Arts from American University, Juris Doctor (Law) from Marquette University Platform: Promoting job creation...