SHOREWOOD — Joliet native Meg Loughran Cappel was sworn in to represent the 49th State Senate District on Thursday.

Loughran Cappel is ready to advocate for Will and Kendall County families in Springfield.

“It is an honor to represent the hardworking families of our district in Springfield,” Loughran Cappel said. “We have important decisions to make this upcoming legislative session and I am ready to fight to protect our local businesses, ensure our children and educators have the resources to be successful and for common sense measures that will grow our region’s economy.”

Loughran Cappel has served the community as a special education teacher, school board member and has volunteered at different organizations throughout Will County.