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Enrollment at Marissa Community Unit School District 40 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

House Republicans propose new bills to reform veteran disability benefits

Rep. Morgan Luttrell, Chair of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs, recently led a legislative hearing focused on several bills aimed at reforming the disability benefits process for...

Rep. Elik honors Jennie D. Hayner for contributions to Alton library

Rep. Amy Elik paid tribute to Jennie Hayner during Women's History Month, recognizing her significant contributions to the community of Alton.

Illinois Republicans push for ethics reform amid corruption concerns

House Republican lawmakers in Illinois have introduced a legislative proposal aimed at implementing ethics reform within the state government.

Rep. Mike Bost discusses Medal of Honor Day, election integrity, and law enforcement

In recent tweets dated March 25-26, 2025, Rep. Mike Bost addresses significant national topics including Medal of Honor Day's significance, measures for ensuring election integrity under President Trump's administration, and ongoing support for...

Rep. Mike Bost discusses Medal of Honor Day and election integrity in tweets

Rep. Mike Bost shared his thoughts in a series of tweets on March 25-26, 2025.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Jersey County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 15

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Jersey County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

East Alton-Wood River Community High School District 14 welcomes 500 students in 2023-24 school year

Enrollment at East Alton-Wood River Community High School District 14 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Chairwoman addresses VA's access issues at oversight hearing

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health, addressed the ongoing issues within the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) Community Care Program during an oversight hearing.

House subcommittee examines reforms for smoother military-to-civilian transitions

Rep. Derrick Van Orden, the Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, addressed a hearing focused on reforming the Transition Assistance Program (TAP).

Schmidt engages with constituents on community initiatives in the 114th District

Yesterday, Schmidt engaged with constituents in the 114th District, meeting with individuals and groups making an impact in their community.

Rep. Meier discusses Second Amendment bill package on radio show

Rep. Charlie Meier recently appeared on WJPF’s The Morning Newswatch with Tom Miller to discuss his Second Amendment Heritage Bill Package.

Elik participates in March for Life event at Illinois Capitol

State Representative Amy Elik participated in a March for Life event at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield.

514 students enrolled at Lebanon Community Unit School District 9 in 2023-24 school year

Enrollment at Lebanon Community Unit School District 9 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Jersey County in week ending Mar. 15

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jersey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 new registered sex offender living in Madison County in week ending March 9

Madison County has one new sex offender registered as living there in the week ending March 9, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

Prairie State taxes: Edwardsville residents rank 67th in total sales taxes paid for December 2024

Edwardsville residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 67th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in December 2024.

In 2022, Madison County ranks 62nd among Illinois counties for government transfer income per capita at $12,071

In 2022, residents of Madison County received an average of $12,071 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 41st lowest in Illinois.

Representative Charlie Meier opposes homeschool act amid legislative progress