November, 2015 Stories | Metro East Sun

Bost urges Obama to suspend Syrian immigration

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 23, 2015

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (R-IL) sent a letter to President Obama last week asking him to halt Syrian immigration until the government can review the entry requirements.

Kirk introduces bill to reduce government waste

By Mark Payne | Nov 21, 2015

The Government Transformation Act has been created in an effort to reduce inefficiency and waste in the United States government.

Shimkus votes for tougher entry screening for Syrian, Iraqi refugees

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 21, 2015

Rep. John Shimkus (R-IL) voted Thursday in support of a bill that would drastically slow or prevent Syrian and Iraqi refugees from entering the country by adding further scrutiny to the screening process.

Bost votes in favor of additional scrutiny for refugees

By Mark Payne | Nov 21, 2015

Rep. Mike Bost (R-IL) and most House Republicans joined 47 House Democrats to vote for H.R. 4038 -- the American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act -- that will require more stringent screening and background checks of Iraqi and Syrian refugees who wish to be admitted into the United States.

Kirk helps introduce VA patient protection bill

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 20, 2015

U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL) joined a bipartisan group of fellow senators in introducing a bill this week to strengthen the supervision of patient care at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals.

Education reporting requirements for lawyers to move online

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 20, 2015

The Illinois State Supreme Court amended Rule 796 that will push Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) reporting for lawyers online.

Rauner continues string of successful union deals

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 20, 2015

Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner recently reached four-year collective bargaining agreements with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and 16 other unions.

Durbin joins senators in letter about gun safety to comptroller

By Mark Payne | Nov 20, 2015

Gun safety, as well as gun safety in the home, is a top priority for several U.S. senators who want to assess the effectiveness of public health programs on the issue.

Durbin asks local banks and credit unions to consider small loans

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 19, 2015

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) reached out to leaders of Illinois community banks and credit unions in search of ways to expand lending options to people typically trapped by payday lenders.

Bost bill aims to fill VA hospital leadership vacancies

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 19, 2015

The bipartisan legislation was introduced in tandem with U.S. Rep. Jim Costa (D-CA).

Hayes Brett, Hayes Jeanie, Buddemeyer and Hayes Elizabeth and Buddemeyer Joseph unload 232 Lindenwood Drive, Rosewood Heights

By Metro East Sun | Nov 19, 2015

On Nov. 19, 2015, Hayes Brett, Hayes Jeanie, Buddemeyer and Hayes Elizabeth and Buddemeyer Joseph sold their three bedroom home at 232 Lindenwood Drive, Rosewood Heights to Brown Jennifer E. for $85,000.

Durbin introduces visa reform bill

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 17, 2015

The senator contends current rules harm American workers.

Flags ordered to half-staff to honor Paris victims

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 17, 2015

The flags will remain lowered until Thursday.

Troy seeking grant applications for 2016 tourism projects

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 13, 2015

The City of Troy is accepting funding proposals for tourism projects that would take place between January 1 and April 30 of next year.

Nearly $450,000 will aid homeless vets in Will, Cook counties

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 13, 2015

Vouchers will provide rental assistance to vets for housing of their choice.

Shimkus slams Obama on rejection of Keystone XL pipeline

By Khristopher Flack | Nov 13, 2015

Congressman says project would have created thousands of jobs and lowered emissions.

Illinois Supreme Court releases survey results

By Shane Arrington | Nov 13, 2015

The Illinois Supreme Court recently announced the results of a court user survey that measured public perceptions and experiences with trial courts across the state.