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Representatives seek HOS regulation relief for truckers during emergencies

By Metro East Sun | Jun 11, 2025

U.S. Representatives Mike Bost and Mike Collins, supported by 30 House colleagues, have addressed a letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

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Van Orden leads hearing on veteran services modernization bills

By Metro East Sun | Jun 11, 2025

Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wis.), Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, opened a legislative hearing focused on various bills aimed at enhancing veterans' services.

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Did Signal Hill School District 181 students fail or pass their 2023-24 ELA tests?

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 64.5% of Signal Hill School District 181 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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1 gas station in cities throughout St. Clair County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending May 31

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout St. Clair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Young Republicans expand with Metro East Chapter, bi-state collaboration planned

By Metro East Sun Reports | Jun 10, 2025

Federation of Illinois Young Republicans Chairman Evan Kasal views the Metro East region as politically significant and strategically vital for the organization's growth.

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18.3% of Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 18.3% of the students in Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Analysis: Wolf Branch School District 113 administrators rank 343rd highest in state for average salary in 2024

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

Administrators in Wolf Branch School District 113 earn an average of $115,224 per year, ranking 343rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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St. Clair County saw 13.4% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 24.4% of income in St. Clair County. How does this compare to historical figures?

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Rep. Mike Bost discusses Title IX month and Alzheimer's advocacy

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost highlights President Trump's declaration of "Title IX Month," participates in a Congressional Motorcycle Caucus event, and advocates for Alzheimer's support during meetings with association representatives on June 9-10, 2025

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FOIA request sent to Madison County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Madison County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Republicans introduce bills to improve VA appeals process for veterans

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

Today, several Republican lawmakers introduced bills aimed at improving the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) appeals process for veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors.

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Jersey County's property assessment multiplier set at 1.0000 for upcoming tax year

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

Jersey County has received a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, as announced by David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).

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FOIA request sent to Jersey County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Jersey County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Saint Clair County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By Metro East Sun | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Saint Clair County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Did Dupo Community Unit School District 196 students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year Math tests?

By Metro East Sun | Jun 9, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 19.8% of the students in Dupo Community Unit School District 196 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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2024: Madison Community Unit School District 12 administrators rank 323rd highest in state for average salary

By Metro East Sun | Jun 9, 2025

Administrators in Madison Community Unit School District 12 earn an average of $116,343 per year, ranking 323rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7: How many students failed math test in 2023-24 school year?

By Metro East Sun | Jun 9, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 64.5% of Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Madison County taxpayers give approximately $1.1 million in County Flood Protection Tax in April

By Metro East Sun | Jun 9, 2025

In April, Madison County saw an increase in County Flood Protection Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry in Metro East Sun publication area during 2024?

By Metro East Sun | Jun 9, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Health Care and Social Assistance employers across Metro East Sun publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Madison County in week ending May 31?

By Metro East Sun | Jun 9, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.