State Sen. Dan McConchie will hold a free veterans appreciation luncheon and expo to honor veterans and their families who live in the 26th Senate District from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2.

State Rep. Suzanne Ness’ fourth annual diaper drive is underway and runs through Monday, Nov. 4, with dropoff spots throughout the 66th District she represents.

How would you assess the SAFE-T Act? Suzanne Ness: The data shows that the new system is working as was intended: those most considered a threat are being held regardless of ability to pay, and those who are not a threat, are released until their trial

What policies would you support to ease the burden onIllinois taxpayers? Candidate Laurie Parman: I believe that a good start to easing the tax burden for Illinois retired citizens would be to make a no-tax policy on social security.

How would you assess the SAFE-T Act? Maura Hirschauer: We have seen that the changes made in SAFE-T Act are working. Dangerous people are being held and kept off the streets.

How would you assess the SAFE-T Act? Dan Ugaste: Overall it is not working well, but I do support some parts