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In the 2021-22 school year, 34.4% of Jersey Community Unit School District 100 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Jersey County home prices fall in December 2023 compared to December 2022

In December 2023, the median sale price of a home in Jersey County fell by $26,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 80%.

Q4 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from St. Clair County convicted of a crime against justice set for supervised release

There was one offender convicted of a crime against justice living in St. Clair County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

Test expectations: How many Alton Community Unit School District 11 students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 87.1% of Alton Community Unit School District 11 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northwestern Township of Nameoki: Precinct Nameoki 03

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Metro East Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 642 voters in Northwestern Township of Nameoki: Precinct Nameoki 03 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Effective property tax rate in Madison County outpaced the national average in Q4 2023

Property owners in Madison County paid 1.9% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the fourth quarter of 2023, which is more than 1.7 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Metro East Sun.

How did Central SE City of Granite City: Precinct Granite City 12 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Metro East Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 715 voters in Central SE City of Granite City: Precinct Granite City 12 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

From SE Illinois News

Bailey campaign to host ‘Shoot with Darren’ event at Accuracy Firearms in Effingham

By SE Illinois News | 1 year ago

Darren Bailey, a candidate for the 12th Congressional District, has announced an event titled "Shoot with Darren," providing constituents with an opportunity to engage in target shooting. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Accuracy Firearms LLC located at 1300 S Raney St #4 in Effingham.

Did Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 students succeed or flounder in their 2021-22 school year ELA tests?

In the 2021-22 school year, 35.4% of Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Q4 2023 Recap: 19 parolees from St. Clair County convicted of drug crimes set for supervised release

There were 19 offenders convicted of drug crimes living in St. Clair County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Honors the Legacy of Dr. King's Nonviolent Campaign

Today, on Jan 15, 2024, the world commemorates Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day that honors the legacy of the renowned civil rights activist, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This day serves as a reminder of his tireless efforts in advocating for racial equality and his nonviolent campaign to end racial discrimination in state and federal law.Dr. King's words and work continue to inspire people around the globe. As we reflect on his profound impact, it is essential to remember the significance of his message and the legacy he left behind. Dr. King's teachings promote peace,...

Alton Community Unit School District 11: How many students failed Math test in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 87.9% of Alton Community Unit School District 11 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

St. Clair County collects $9.5 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2022

In 2022, St. Clair County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Village of Godfrey: Precinct Godfrey 14

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Metro East Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 781 voters in Central Village of Godfrey: Precinct Godfrey 14 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

City of Edwardsville Tourism Advisory Committee met December 14

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jan 15, 2024

City of Edwardsville Tourism Advisory Committee met 8 a.m. Thursday, December 14.

Analysis: St. Clair County effective property tax rates outpaced the national average in Q4 2023

Property owners in St. Clair County paid 1.8% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the fourth quarter of 2023, which is more than 1.6 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Metro East Sun.

St. Clair County median home valuation prices rose by 0.8% in second half of 2023

The median sale price of a home sold in the second half of 2023 in St. Clair County rose by $1,195, while total sales decreased by 28.3%.

Q4 2023 Recap: 2 parolees from Madison County convicted of sex crimes set for supervised release

There were two offenders convicted of sex crimes living in Madison County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

Test expectations: How many Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15 students failed to meet the Math IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 88.1% of Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Who voted in Central Village of East Alton: Precinct Wood River 11 during 2020 Presidential Election?