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Q4 2024 Recap: 26 parolees from St. Clair County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

By Metro East Sun | Apr 17, 2025

There were 26 offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in St. Clair County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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$264,033 in County Sales Tax collected in January for St. Clair County

By Metro East Sun | Apr 17, 2025

In January, St. Clair County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Youth gain insights into government at Senator Erica Harriss' advisory council

By Metro East Sun | Apr 17, 2025

State Senator Erica Harriss recently facilitated an educational visit to Springfield for over 50 high school students and teachers as part of her Spring Youth Advisory Council (YAC).

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Elik and Beiser visit fourth graders at St. Mary's in Alton

By Metro East Sun | Apr 17, 2025

Rep. Amy Elik, a Republican from Alton, alongside former Rep. Dan Beiser, a Democrat from Godfrey, engaged with fourth-grade students at St. Mary's in Alton.

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Illinois House Republicans propose new ethics reform package

By Metro East Sun | Apr 17, 2025

Last week, Republican lawmakers in the Illinois House stepped forward with new legislative proposals aimed at ethics reform in the statehouse.

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1 less lawyer practicing in cities in Madison County in March

By Metro East Sun | Apr 16, 2025

There was one less active legal license in cities within Madison County in March compared to the previous month.

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2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in St. Clair County?

By Metro East Sun | Apr 16, 2025

There were 406 offenders released on parole during 2024 that live in St. Clair County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Metro East Sun.

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Rep. Mike Bost discusses legislative priorities and achievements in new Congress

By Metro East Sun | Apr 16, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost highlights key legislative efforts and achievements in coordination with President Trump over the first 100 days of the new Congress, focusing on veteran healthcare, taxation, and border security.

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Q4 2024 Recap: 12 parolees from Madison County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

There were 12 offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Madison County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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Madison County Republicans chairman: 'President Trump is working toward creating more equal academic opportunities'

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

Ray Wesley, chairman of Madison County Republicans, said that the Trump administration is holding universities like Northwestern accountable for prioritizing student success based on merit and character.

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Registered sex offenders: no new living in St. Clair County as of March 30

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

There are no new registered sex offenders living in St. Clair County in the week ending March 30, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Rep. Mike Bost highlights AI manufacturing plans and tax concerns in recent tweets

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost announced new U.S.-based AI supercomputer manufacturing by NVIDIA and discussed coordination with President Trump on legislation.

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Donna Mae’s Beauty Salon honored as business of the month by Rep. Kevin Schmidt

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt has named Donna Mae’s Beauty Salon as his "Business of the Month" for April, following submissions from across the 114th District.

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Prairie State taxes: Granite City residents rank 74th in total sales taxes paid for January

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

Granite City residents paid $1.4 million in sales taxes, ranking 74th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

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Madison County called home by 1 new registered sex offender in week ending March 30

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

There is one new registered sex offender living in Madison County in the week ending March 30, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within St. Clair County in March compared to previous month

By Metro East Sun | Apr 14, 2025

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in St. Clair County in March remained the same in comparison to the previous month.

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2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Madison County?

By Metro East Sun | Apr 14, 2025

There were 279 offenders released on parole during 2024 that live in Madison County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Metro East Sun.

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Rep. Elik advances bills and voices opposition to Homeschool Act and mascot ban

By Metro East Sun | Apr 14, 2025

Rep. Amy Elik recently shared updates on her legislative activities in Springfield.

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Rep. Mike Bost discusses art and tech in recent communications

By Metro East Sun | Apr 14, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost recently highlighted the installment of a local art piece in his Washington D.C. office, updates on the 2025 Congressional Art Competition, and an announcement regarding NVIDIA's domestic manufacturing initiative—describing...

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Bost praises local art and agriculture connections from Illinois' 12th district

By Metro East Sun | Apr 14, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost shared updates on April 11, 13, and 14 regarding agricultural engagements and artistic contributions.