Lynsey Whitaker

Communication Strategist for the Illinois Senate, Former KHQA Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist, Political Reporter, Agriculture Storyteller.

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

@JetthroTV Take it back.

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

A great time at the @FPShow yesterday. My second time back with two separate organizations. #blessed #FarmProgressShow

[MSHP Troop B @MSHPTrooperB]

AT 1215, TROOP B OFFICERS ARE OUT WITH A TRAIN DERAILMENT IN NORTHERN RALLS COUNTY. THE DERAILMENT OCCURRED ON HUNTINGTON ROAD, BUT IS BLOCKING NEARBY RT DD. THERE ARE NO INJURIES, APPROXIMATLEY 33 TRAIN CARS ARE OFF THE TRACKS. THERE IS NO HAZMAT INVOVLED.

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

Whoa! Glad to see everyone was able to make it to the ground safely following this emergency landing out of Quincy. It appears Cape Air was en route to Chicago and had to turn around. https://t.co/RJ6gUwB8BD

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

All the best and congrats on a decorated writing career!

[Herald-Whig Sports @WhigSports]

Senior Sports Writer @SchuckWHIG says goodbye after 22 years working for @WhigSports

https://t.co/gFOX4JV6zb

[Andy Hoskins @andyhoskins19]

ISBE: "ISBE does not make public health decisions."
Then don't allow public health officials to make educational decisions.

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

@tgrotz2ha @NWSLincolnIL I drove through this at Winchester coming back and had no idea. Nuts!

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

Damage from a nasty storm that went through on Springfield’s north end. Lots of tree limbs down, powers out, and debris everywhere. @NWSLincolnIL #ILWx

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

@KBHKnows @JoshCozartWx Forever!!

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

Congrats to my NOW Emmy Award winning friend @JoshCozartWx! There’s no doubt in my mind this was coming and well deserved. So proud of you and all the hard work you’re putting in on the west coast! #FBIForever 🏆

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

First Spring Session in the books! Still recovering from a long, long week, but loving every moment. #ILGA

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

Wrapped up a 19 hour day while lawmakers passed a partisan 3,000 plus page budget just five minutes after they got it. Adjournment was scheduled for May 31st. But we back, June 1, in a matter of hours. 😴 #ILGA

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

Today we remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. #ILGA #MemorialDay

[Iowa's News Now @iowasnewsnow]

GUILTY: The jury finds Cristhian Bahena Rivera guilty of first-degree murder in the killing of University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts.

https://t.co/mPwfNUsTK4

[Chuck Grassley @ChuckGrassley]

Iowans’ hearts broke when Mollie Tibbetts was murdered by an undocumented immigrant in 2018 2day the murderer was found guilty & justice was served for a senseless act of violence that took a young life God bless Mollie & her family/friends

[IDOT District 6 @IDOTDistrict6]

The northbound off and on ramps of I-172 at Broadway in Quincy (Exit 14) are scheduled to be closed for construction from 9AM - 3PM today. Find an alternate route. #ILtraffic

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

A wonderful lady and an even better grandma and great-grandma! We miss you Connie. 💜

[Roy Webb @RoyWebbQPS]

Connie Schmits, long time ECFC employee, was celebrated with the dedication of a memorial tree and plaque.   Connie’s children, sisters, colleagues, and friends were present for the memorial today. Connie was employed at ECFC for over 30 years.

[Herald-Whig @WhigNews]

Congressional subcommittee hears testimony on legislation making New Philadelphia a national park https://t.co/lvf27UzKk4

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

Former news life isn’t so bad. Two late nights where dinner was provided both nights and then lunch today from Saputos sponsored by the Health and Hospital Organization. #blessed 😋

[Lynsey Whitaker @LynseyReports]

DEADLINE WEEK: A late night for the Illinois Senate. Around 7 hours of floor action so far today and several other committee meetings. #ILGA