The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jersey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.
Last month, Democrats' elections bill was introduced, passed through the General Assembly, and signed into law in less than two days. This law, which changed election rules mid-cycle, has now been found unconstitutional by a Sangamon County judge.
The Illinois Milk Producers Association has made a significant contribution to combating hunger in the state by donating 17,424 pounds of milk to various food banks across Illinois. This effort is part of a broader initiative to address food insecurity within the community.
A bill sponsored by Illinois State Sen. Christopher Belt (D-East St. Louis) that bars Illinois judges from suspending the driver's licenses of speeders who refuse to show up for court will soon be signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
State Senator Erica Harriss has announced the winner of her 1st Annual Hometown Spotlight Art Contest. Janet Pursell of Collinsville was named this year’s winner for her drawing of the Glen Carbon Covered Bridge.