Speak Out Illinois LLC

10/09/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE — POLITICAL CANDIDATE FORUM 2027

Speak Out Illinois LLC is bringing the community together for a nonpartisan Political Candidate Forum featuring candidates seeking local office throughout Peoria and Tazewell Counties.

📅 Saturday, January 9, 2027
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Peoria Public Library – Main Library
Lower Level Auditorium
107 NE Monroe Street, Peoria, IL 61602

This forum is designed to give residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates, learn about their priorities and positions, and ask questions about the issues affecting our communities.

✅ All eligible candidates are welcome
✅ Fair and respectful community discussion
✅ Candidate questions and responses
✅ Free and open to the Public

🗳️ Candidates Interested in Participating
Candidates seeking eligible local offices in Peoria or Tazewell County are encouraged to participate.
📧 Email [email protected]
📆 Please express interest by January 1, 2027.

Additional information regarding the forum format, participating candidates, and community question submissions will be announced as we get closer to the event.

Your community. Your questions. Your opportunity to hear directly from those seeking to represent you.

10/05/2026

10/04/2026

Candidates: Timothy Cusack and Michael Vespa

09/16/2026

Thinking about filing for divorce in Illinois and planning to represent yourself?

Land of Lincoln Legal Aid is offering FREE virtual Pro-Se Divorce Clinics for people who want general information about the Illinois divorce process.

Upcoming clinic dates include:
📅 September 16 at 6:00 PM
📅 October 24 at 10:00 AM
📅 November 10 at 6:00 PM

Topics may include court forms, filing and fee waivers, parenting plans and child support, financial affidavits, mediation, court hearings, and tips for representing yourself in court.

Registration is required, and space is limited.

Choose a clinic date and register at https://lincolnlegal.org/divorce-clinics/.

08/20/2026

FYI for Our Lawyers in the Library session for Thursday, August, 20th, 2026.

08/18/2026

⚖️ ONLY 3 APPOINTMENT SLOTS REMAIN!

There is still time to apply for our August Lawyers in the Library session—but space is extremely limited.

Once the final three appointments are filled, all additional applicants will be considered for WALK-IN SERVICE ONLY.

Please note: Walk-in service is subject to attorney availability and is not guaranteed.

📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
⏰ 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Pekin Public Library
301 S. 4th Street, Pekin, IL
2nd Floor Community Room

Apply now:
https://www.speakoutillinoisllc.com/registration-form

Submitting an application does not guarantee an appointment or walk-in service. All participants must complete the required intake process and attorney conflict-of-interest review.

Please share with anyone who may benefit!

08/10/2026

To be considered for a scheduled consultation with a participating attorney, applicants must complete:✅ An online intake application✅ A conflict-of-interest check✅ The program's eligibility requirements

Apply Online: https://www.speakoutillinoisllc.com/registration-form

08/05/2026

⚖️ **Lawyers in the Library – Application Deadline Approaching!**

Planning to participate in our upcoming **Lawyers in the Library Divorce Clinic**? Now is the time to apply!

📅 **Online applications will close on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM (CDT).**

To be considered for a scheduled consultation with a participating attorney, applicants must complete:
✅ An online intake application
✅ A conflict-of-interest check
✅ The program's eligibility requirements

**Apply before the deadline:**
https://www.speakoutillinoisllc.com/registration-form

**Didn't apply before the deadline?**
We will welcome **walk-in participants** on the day of the clinic as time permits. However, please note:

⚠️ Walk-in services **are not guaranteed** and will depend on:
- Attorney availability
- Time remaining during the clinic
- Completion of a conflict-of-interest check
- Any conflicts of interest identified by the participating attorney(s)

To maximize your opportunity to be seen, we strongly encourage completing your application before the August 18 deadline.

*Speak Out Illinois LLC is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal representation. Participating attorneys provide limited-scope legal guidance, and submission of an application does not guarantee an appointment or acceptance into the program.*

07/29/2026

Submit your application TODAY!
https://www.speakoutillinoisllc.com/registration-form