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Chairman Bost leads hearing on congressional power over VA following Supreme Court ruling

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost led the final oversight hearing of the 118th Congress, focusing on restoring congressional power over the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

By Metro East Sun | Dec 18, 2024

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New Illinois laws address safety and convenience concerns

By Metro East Sun | Dec 18, 2024

The General Assembly has passed several new laws that will take effect on January 1, 2025.

Schmidt voices opposition to upcoming lame duck legislative session

By Metro East Sun | Dec 18, 2024

When Illinois lawmakers return to Springfield on January 4, 2025, they will begin a "lame duck" session.

$175,641 in County School Facility Tax collected in September for Jersey County

By Metro East Sun | Dec 17, 2024

In September, Jersey County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Scam alerts rise during holiday season; vigilance urged

By Metro East Sun | Dec 17, 2024

Text and email scams are becoming more common, particularly during the holiday season.

Holiday season sees rise in text and email scams

By Metro East Sun | Dec 17, 2024

Text and email scams are increasingly common, particularly during the holiday season.

Charlie Meier steps in amid Meals on Wheels funding crisis

By Metro East Sun | Dec 16, 2024

State Representative Charlie Meier of Okawville has been actively seeking solutions following the cessation of funding for BCMW's senior home meal deliveries.

Bipartisan Dole Act passes House, heads to President's desk

By Metro East Sun | Dec 16, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed the bipartisan Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act with a vote of 382-12.

Collinsville responsible for 49th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during September

By Metro East Sun | Dec 14, 2024

Collinsville residents paid $1.5 million in sales taxes, the 49th highest total paid per municipality in September.

Prairie State sales taxes: Jersey County residents paid 48th-largest sum in September

Jersey County residents paid $393,631 in sales taxes, the 48th highest total paid per county in September.

Rep. Mike Bost addresses communication issues regarding Little Grassy Lake drainage

Rep. Mike Bost addressed concerns over communication issues related to the draining of Little Grassy Lake during a meeting with FWS Director Martha Williams on December 13, 2024.

U.S. National Guard celebrates its founding anniversary

Happy Birthday to the U.S. National Guard!

Illinois plans updates for driver's licenses

The state of Illinois is set to introduce changes to its driver's licenses in the coming years.

U.S. National Guard celebrates 388th birthday

Happy Birthday to the U.S. National Guard!

Jersey County taxpayers give $32,010 in County Sales Tax in September

In September, Jersey County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois prisons face scrutiny over drug exposure and potential mail policy changes

The Illinois Department of Corrections is facing criticism for its handling of a drug exposure crisis in state prisons.

Rep. Mike Bost reaffirms commitment to conservative principles in recent tweets

Rep. Mike Bost recently shared tweets emphasizing his dedication to limited government and fiscal responsibility while highlighting interactions with international students and congratulating Donald Trump on an accolade from TIME Magazine.

Subcommittee evaluates VA's IT modernization efforts amid ongoing challenges

Rep. Matt Rosendale, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, led a hearing on the future of IT modernization within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Illinois faces criticism over prison drug exposure crisis management