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Illinois Democrats approve $55.2 billion FY26 budget amid criticism from GOP

By Metro East Sun | Jun 1, 2025

The Illinois Democrats have approved a $55.2 billion budget for the fiscal year 2026, marking an increase of $2 billion compared to the previous year.

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Amy Elik opposes FY26 Illinois budget due to tax hikes

By Metro East Sun | Jun 1, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik, a Republican from Alton, voted against the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget that was approved late Saturday.

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Senator Harriss criticizes FY26 budget and new Chicago Transit delivery fee

By Metro East Sun | Jun 1, 2025

Senator Harriss has issued a joint statement regarding the fiscal year 2026 budget and a new $1.50 delivery fee aimed at funding Chicago Transit.

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Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, June 4?

By Metro East Sun | Jun 1, 2025

This former Metro East Sun area high school standout will be in action on Wednesday, June 4.

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Former Belleville West High School standout Johnny Sweeney played on Saturday, May 31 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship

By Metro East Sun | Jun 1, 2025

The USC Upstate Spartans lost 3-7.

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Colin Brueggemann, former Freeburg Community High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, May 31 in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship

By Metro East Sun | Jun 1, 2025

The game took place in Foley Field.