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Gov. candidate Dabrowski on Pritzker's energy policies: 'We can do better and I will end his green energy mandates'

By H. S. Weller | Sep 25, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a candidate for governor of Illinois, has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker's green energy policies, asserting that they are responsible for increasing electricity costs.

Gov. candidate Dabrowski on state leadership: 'I know the problems now and I know how to solve them'

By M. U. Baird | Sep 25, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a candidate for governor of Illinois, said that voters desire genuine solutions rather than sound bites and expressed his intention to bring change by entering the race.

How many H-2A petitions made by Metro East Sun publication area employers were approved during 2024?

By R. K. Wright | Sep 25, 2025

In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by employers in the Metro East Sun publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

Schmidt calls for broad approach to lower Illinois energy costs

By B. W. Aviles | Sep 25, 2025

High energy prices remain a concern for families throughout Illinois.

Schmidt claims Pritzker’s rhetoric worsens toxic political climate: ‘We’ve witnessed disturbing comments’

By Metro East Sun Reports | Sep 24, 2025

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) blamed Gov. JB Pritzker’s rhetoric for contributing to a political climate that fosters violence, speaking out after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in St. Clair County?

By S. A. Ladd | Sep 24, 2025

There were 110 offenders living in St. Clair County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Metro East Sun.

Week ending Oct. 4: 3 inmates sentenced in St. Clair County to be released

By G. T. Bliss | Sep 24, 2025

There were three inmates who were sentenced in St. Clair County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

Illinois lawmakers debate record-high state budget amid calls for transparency

By B. W. Aviles | Sep 24, 2025

Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed the fiscal year 2026 budget for Illinois, which amounts to $55.2 billion, marking an increase of about $2 billion from the previous year and representing what critics say is the largest budget in state history.

FOIA request sent to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Metro East area competing on Saturday, Sept. 27?

By M. G. Bartholomew | Sep 24, 2025

On Saturday, Sept. 27, these former Metro East area high school standouts will be in action.

How many inmates sentenced in Madison County will be released during week ending Oct. 4?

By G. T. Bliss | Sep 23, 2025

There were two inmates who were sentenced in Madison County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Jersey County?

By S. A. Ladd | Sep 23, 2025

There were four offenders living in Jersey County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Metro East Sun.

Rep. Kevin Schmidt recognizes Minerva Boutique as September’s business of the month

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 23, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has named Minerva Boutique as his “Business of the Month” for September.

Granite City Works continues steel slab production following federal intervention

By B. W. Aviles | Sep 23, 2025

The decision to continue steel slab production at Granite City Works has been described as a significant development for the Metro East region.

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt criticizes impact of SAFE-T Act two years after implementation

By C. M. Davis | Sep 22, 2025

Two years after the SAFE-T Act’s no-cash bail provision took effect in Illinois, State Representative Kevin Schmidt has criticized the law, saying it has not delivered on its promises.

Q2 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Madison County?

By S. A. Ladd | Sep 22, 2025

There were 40 offenders living in Madison County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Metro East Sun.

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Jersey County during week ending Oct. 4

By G. T. Bliss | Sep 22, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Jersey County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Oct. 4.

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Family and kids events this week in Metro East: Sept. 21-27

By T. L. Boudreaux | Sep 22, 2025

Don't miss out on these family and kids events happening in Metro East this week.

City of O'Fallon Public Works Committee met Sept. 22

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 22, 2025

City of O'Fallon Public Works Committee met Monday, Sept. 22

City of O'Fallon Community Development Committee met Sept. 22