Madison County Republicans vice chair: Charlie Kirk championed 'courageous dialogue in the face of hatred'
Jennifer Korte, Vice Chair of the Madison County Republicans, said that Charlie Kirk's assassination was a tragic attack on his life and the free speech he passionately upheld, describing it as a betrayal of the nation's foundational truths.
Former Governor Jim Edgar remembered for leadership after death at age 79
Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar died Sunday at age 79 after battling pancreatic cancer.
Rep. Mike Bost addresses veterans’ bills, Charlie Kirk vigil, and NIH funding changes
Rep. Mike Bost shared updates between September 15-16, covering House debates on veterans' bills, attending a vigil for Charlie Kirk after his assassination, and responding to NIH's decision to halt grants for research using aborted fetal tissue
- House subcommittee examines use of artificial intelligence in veterans' healthcare
- Family & kids events this week in Metro East: Sept. 14-20
- Mike Bost highlights auto industry talks, border policy stance, and agriculture award
- Mike Bost highlights National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and pays tribute to Jim Edgar
- Mike Bost discusses auto industry, immigration bill, and biofuel support in recent statements
Rep. Mike Bost highlights trucking week, disability advocacy meetings, and Jim Edgar's passing
Rep. Mike Bost posted on September 14 about launching National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, meeting disability advocacy groups such as Challenge Unlimited and SourceAmerica, and mourning former Governor Jim Edgar's death.
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Home sales in Madison County during week ending Sept. 6
There were two reported residential sales in Madison County in the week ending Sept. 6, according to BlockShopper.com.
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Madison County responsible for 8th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July
Madison County residents paid approximately $4.1 million in sales taxes, the eighth highest total paid per county in July.
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St. Clair County residents paid 12th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during July
St. Clair County residents paid just under $3.1 million in sales taxes, the 12th highest total paid per county in July.
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Kevin Schmidt joins ABDI tour and recognizes award recipient at Grey Eagle Distributors
Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) joined the Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois (ABDI) for a tour of a distributorship.
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Mike Bost reflects on Charlie Kirk’s legacy and commemorates September 11 anniversary
Rep. Mike Bost used social media on September 11-12, 2025 to honor Charlie Kirk's contributions to Illinois politics and reflect on the continuing significance of the September 11 attacks.
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Rep. Kevin Schmidt announces mobile office hours and job fair amid criticism of state policies
State Representative Kevin Schmidt has announced a series of upcoming events and addressed several issues facing Illinois residents in his latest update.
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Mike Bost honors Charlie Kirk and reflects on September 11 anniversary
Rep. Mike Bost posted tributes for Charlie Kirk and marked the anniversary of September 11 with reflections on national memory and defense legislation between September 11-12, 2025
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Rep. Amy Elik issues statement on assassination of Charlie Kirk
State Representative Amy Elik has issued a statement following the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
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Prairie State Sales Taxes: Jersey County residents paid 48th-largest sum in July
Jersey County residents paid $469,755 in sales taxes, the 48th highest total paid per county in July.
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How many inmates sentenced in St. Clair County will be released during week ending Sept. 20?
There were six inmates who were sentenced in St. Clair County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 20.
