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Metro East Sun area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Metro East Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

By Metro East Sun | May 10, 2025

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Q4 2024 Recap: 8 parolees from Madison County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

There were eight offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Madison County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

By Metro East Sun | May 10, 2025

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Chairman Bost supports Trump's executive order on veteran services

By Metro East Sun | May 9, 2025

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost expressed his support following President Donald J. Trump's signing of an Executive Order aimed at enhancing services for veterans.

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Illinois faces criticism over sanctuary policies and rising energy costs

By Metro East Sun | May 9, 2025

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited Springfield this week, criticizing Illinois' sanctuary state policies.

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Illinois Senate halts progress on proposed school mascot ban

By Metro East Sun | May 9, 2025

State Senator Erica Harriss has announced that House Bill 1237, known as the proposed School Mascot Ban, did not progress in the Illinois Senate.

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Q4 2024 Recap: 1 parolee from St. Clair County convicted of a public safety violation set for supervised release

By Metro East Sun | May 8, 2025

There was one offender convicted of a public safety violation living in St. Clair County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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DHS Secretary criticizes Illinois' sanctuary policies during Springfield visit

By Metro East Sun | May 8, 2025

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited Springfield, Illinois, on Wednesday to criticize the state's sanctuary policies that protect undocumented immigrants.

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Mike Bost discusses VE Day anniversary and election of first American pope

By Metro East Sun | May 8, 2025

On May 8, Rep. Mike Bost highlighted significant events including Victory in Europe Day's anniversary and Cardinal Robert Prevost's historic election as Pope Leo XIV.

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Mike Bost shares updates on historical events and economic developments

By Metro East Sun | May 8, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost commemorates Victory in Europe Day's anniversary while announcing historic developments involving Cardinal Robert Prevost's papacy election as well as detailing an impactful U.S.-UK trade agreement benefiting American agriculture

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St. Clair County: 24.4% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 43rd in Illinois

By Metro East Sun | May 8, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 24.4% of income in St. Clair County—ranking it 43rd most dependent among Illinois counties.

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Kevin Schmidt to host property tax appeal seminar in O'Fallon

By Metro East Sun | May 7, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt will hold a Property Tax Appeal Seminar on May 12th in O'Fallon.

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House Committee advances veteran-focused bills addressing rights and healthcare

By Metro East Sun | May 7, 2025

This week, the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, under the leadership of Chairman Mike Bost from Illinois, has advanced 18 bills to be considered by the full House of Representatives.

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Mike Bost highlights nurses' contributions and honors veterans

By Metro East Sun | May 7, 2025

In recent tweets dated May 6-7, Rep. Mike Bost acknowledged National Nurses Day while expressing gratitude towards nursing professionals including those within his family; highlighted a Veterans Honor Flight event; and celebrated participants of a...

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Rep. Mike Bost acknowledges community efforts in recent tweets

By Metro East Sun | May 7, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost recognized National Nurses Day on May 6th with a personal note about his family connections to nursing professionals while also praising the Veterans Honor Flight program later that day.

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Veterans' committee advances bill protecting Second Amendment rights

By Metro East Sun | May 6, 2025

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost, alongside Subcommittee on Disability Assistance & Memorial Affairs Chairman Rep. Morgan Luttrell and Rep. Eli Crane, announced the advancement of H.R. 1041, known as the Veterans 2nd...

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Chairman Bost addresses delays in amendment submissions during veteran affairs committee meeting

By Metro East Sun | May 6, 2025

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost, representing Illinois, initiated the first markup of the 119th Congress, focusing on the GOP agenda for veterans and their families.

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Oversight hearing focuses on improving VA's enhanced scheduling technology

By Metro East Sun | May 5, 2025

Rep. Tom Barrett, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, addressed the need for improvements in accessing community care through the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) enhanced scheduling...

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State representative visits schools in Illinois' 114th District

By Metro East Sun | May 5, 2025

Today, a visit was made to the 114th District, including stops at Vincent Gray Academy and Millstadt Community School.

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Chairman Bost supports VA initiative to streamline benefits for veterans' survivors

By Metro East Sun | May 5, 2025

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost expressed support for a new initiative by the Department of Veterans Affairs aimed at simplifying the process for survivors and dependents of deceased veterans to access benefits.

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Rep. Elik discusses budget concerns amid looming tax proposals

By Metro East Sun | May 5, 2025

I am heading back to Springfield this week and anticipate a busy week, as this Friday is the deadline to pass Senate Bills through House committees.