Metro East Sun

McClure votes against appointment; 'I think he’s very qualified in every other capacity'

By Timothy Stuckey | Feb 25, 2022

Sen. Steve McClure (R-Jacksonville) has recently voted against former Rep. Daniel V. Beiser's appointment to the Illinois Racing Board.

Davidsmeyer announces 2022 reelection campaign 'to continue to represent the people of the 100th District'

By Timothy Stuckey | Dec 24, 2021

State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) has officially announced his intention to run for re-election in the 100th District in 2022, according to a report by the Telegraph

Election board: Crowe accepted $1,000 in campaign contributions from group tied to disgraced Chicago alderman

By Timothy Stuckey | May 5, 2021

Sen. Rachelle Crowe (D-Glen Carbon) collected $1,000 in campaign contributions from a group tied to disgraced Chicago Alderman Ed Burke in 2017, according to an expenditure list provided by the Illinois State Board of Elections.