Metro East Sun

Prairie State taxes: Fairview Heights residents rank 69th in total sales taxes paid for September

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

Fairview Heights residents paid $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 69th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in September.

Madison County residents paid 10th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during 2022

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

Madison County residents paid $34.1 million in sales taxes, the 10th highest total paid per county in 2022.

Q3 2023 Recap: 16 parolees from St. Clair County convicted of drug crimes set for supervised release

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

There were 16 offenders convicted of drug crimes living in St. Clair County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

From SE Illinois News

Bailey on crisis pregnancy center ruling: ‘A victory for free speech and life in Illinois’

By SE Illinois News | 1 year ago

Pro-life ministries in Illinois have secured a significant victory against the state's attempt to limit their free speech rights and label pro-life speech as a "deceptive business practice." Darren Bailey, a candidate for Congressional District 12, expressed his delight on social media following the ruling against a controversial Illinois law targeting crisis pregnancy centers.

Rep. Elik Meets with University Annuitants at SIUE

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

Rep. Elik expressed gratitude to the State Universities Annuitants Association (SUAA) for inviting him to their meeting at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) this week. In his address to the attendees, he provided an update on the events and developments that took place during this year's legislative session.During his speech, Rep. Elik acknowledged the importance of the annuitants' role in educating the future leaders of the country. He stated, "Thank you for educating our next generation of leaders!" This recognition highlights the significance of the work...

City of Edwardsville Administrative & Community Services Committee met Oct. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 14, 2023

City of Edwardsville Administrative & Community Services Committee met Thursday, Oct. 12

City of Edwardsville Public Services Committee met Oct. 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 14, 2023

City of Edwardsville Public Services Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 10

Symone Thomas, former Lutheran High School North standout, played on Wednesday, December 13 in NJCAA game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 74-57 in their NJCAA game against the Logan Volunteers on Wednesday, December 13.

Collinsville High School standout Jenna Scheller’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, December 13

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 74-57 in their NJCAA game against the Logan Volunteers on Wednesday, December 13.

Riley Jansen, former Breese Central High School standout, played on Wednesday, December 13 in NJCAA game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Park Tudor School standout Halle Shelt’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, December 13

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Freeburg High School standout Natalie Peterson’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, December 13

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Abigail Williams, former Marquette High School standout, played on Wednesday, December 13 in NJCAA game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 74-57 in their NJCAA game against the Logan Volunteers on Wednesday, December 13.

Ariana Bennett and Mariah Maxie, former Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School standouts, played on Wednesday, December 13 in NJCAA game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Jillian Hamilton, former Pana High School standout, played on Wednesday, December 13 in NJCAA game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Belleville West High School standouts Keyara Baerga-Plumey and Lamiya Terrell’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, December 13

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 74-57 in their NJCAA game against the Logan Volunteers on Wednesday, December 13.

On Wednesday, December 13, East Carter Co. R-Ii High School standout Brooklyn Kearbey competed in NJCAA game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

On Wednesday, December 13, O Fallon High School standout Zsana Hawkins competed in NJCAA game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 74-57 in their NJCAA game against the Logan Volunteers on Wednesday, December 13.

Mater Dei Catholic standout Caleb Zurliene’s college team won in NCAA D2 game on Wednesday, December 13

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The game took place in Lebanon, Illinois.

On Wednesday, December 13, former Marion High School standout Drew Kyzar’s college team won in an NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2023

The McKendree Bearcats won 80-71 in their NCAA D2 game against the Thomas More Saints on Wednesday, December 13.