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Governor signs bill enhancing safety measures for tow truck operators

Last week, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed HB4255 into law. This legislation, spearheaded by State Representative Amy Elik and State Senator Erica Harriss, bolsters safety protocols for tow truck operators and emergency responders throughout Illinois.

Governor signs bill enhancing safety measures for tow truck operators

Last week, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed HB4255 into law. This legislation, spearheaded by State Representative Amy Elik and State Senator Erica Harriss, bolsters safety protocols for tow truck operators and emergency responders throughout Illinois.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending July 20?

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in St. Clair County in week ending July 20?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout St. Clair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many white students were enrolled in Jersey County County schools in 2022-23 school year?

In the 2022-23 school year, 93.3% of students enrolled in Jersey County County school districts identified as white.

2 companies in cities within St. Clair County received two inspections in Q2

There were two companies in cities associated with St. Clair County that received two FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

College students in St. Clair County received $6,983,196 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

St. Clair County's two universities paid $6,983,196 in athletically related financial aid in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jersey County in week ending July 20?

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Jersey County was found at three gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

St. Clair County's basketball teams receive $1,465,044 in 2023

St. Clair County's two colleges spent $1,465,044 on their basketball teams in 2023, a 10.8% increase over the previous year.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending July 20?

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Madison County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Schmidt continues monthly donations to fight food insecurity

State Representative Kevin Schmidt continued his commitment to fighting food insecurity by fulfilling his monthly donation to the TWIGS lunch program. As part of his ongoing effort, Rep. Schmidt donates his legislative pay raise each month in the form of essential food items to local food pantries and non-profits within his district.

Legislation requiring IDOT to share road studies with local governments becomes law