Metro East Sun

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jersey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

Madison County collects $1 million in Metro-East Transit District Sales Tax in March

In March, Madison County saw a decrease in Metro-East Transit District Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Governor set to sign largest spending plan in Illinois history

The Governor of Illinois is poised to sign a $53.1 billion budget today, marking the largest spending plan in the state's history. This budget was passed without Republican support and during a late-night session.

Prairie State taxes: Alton residents rank 95th in total sales taxes paid for March

Alton residents paid $789,933 in sales taxes, ranking 95th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in March.

Schmidt outlines legislative priorities amid rising costs concerns

Thank you for staying informed and reading Schmidt’s Spotlight. I’m grateful for the opportunity to connect and keep you updated on all the latest, both in Springfield and back here in-district. Now that the 2024 Spring Legislative Session is over, my summer events will really be ramping up. Events for the rest of June are listed below. I’ll also update you on how I’ve been representing you in Springfield with details on important legislation I am supporting.

Madison County taxpayers give $660,088 in County Flood Protection Tax in March

In March, Madison County saw a decrease in County Flood Protection Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Rep. Schmidt to host mobile office hours in Lebanon tomorrow

State Representative Kevin Schmidt will be hosting mobile office hours in Lebanon tomorrow, Wednesday, June 5. Rep. Schmidt and his staff will be available to assist with issues related to State of Illinois agencies.

Decision on elections omnibus lawsuit expected soon

A decision on the lawsuit over Democrats’ mid-cycle elections law is expected in the coming days. Here’s what you should know about the case.

Jersey County taxpayers give $104,249 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in March

In March, Jersey County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

St. Clair County taxpayers give $173,217 in County Sales Tax in March

In March, St. Clair County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

$852,420 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in March for Madison County

In March, Madison County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Madison County districts in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 8.3% of students enrolled in Madison County school districts identified as Hispanic.

Prairie State sales taxes: St. Clair County residents paid 7th-largest sum in March

St. Clair County residents paid $3.7 million in sales taxes, the seventh highest total paid per county in March.

Enrollment Analysis: Hispanic students comprised 4.8% of St. Clair County’s districts student body in 2021-22 school year

In St. Clair County districts, 1,835 Hispanic students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within St. Clair County in May compared to previous month