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In the 2023-24 school year, 63.7% of Highland Community Unit School District 5 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

July: 13 inmates sentenced in Madison County to be released from jail

There are 13 inmates sentenced in Madison County set to be released from jail in July.

Governor Pritzker defends Illinois' sanctuary policies before Congress

Governor JB Pritzker recently addressed Congress regarding Illinois' sanctuary state policies.

Rep. Mike Bost discusses budget cuts and family events on social media

Rep. Mike Bost's recent tweets highlight significant legislative developments concerning budget cuts alongside personal anecdotes from attending a Congressional Picnic hosted by President Trump on June 12-13, 2025

Local events highlight community engagement and policy discussions

I will be hosting a Coffee Talk Event on June 17 in Mascoutah, providing an opportunity for constituents to engage in discussions about state legislation.

Jersey County: 1 inmate scheduled for release in Q3

The Illinois Department of Corrections is set to release one inmate who was sentenced to state prison in Jersey County during the third quarter of 2025.

July: 1 inmate sentenced in Jersey County to be released

There is one inmate sentenced in Jersey County set to be released from jail in July.

Week ending June 21: 5 inmates sentenced in Madison County to be released

By G. T. Bliss | Jun 12, 2025

There were five inmates who were sentenced in Madison County and are set to be released from jail in the week ending June 21.

2024: Pontiac-William Holliday School District 105 administrators rank 365th highest in state for average salary

Administrators in Pontiac-William Holliday School District 105 earn an average of $113,816 per year, ranking 365th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Did Harmony Emge School District 175 students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year Math tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 16% of the students in Harmony Emge School District 175 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 46.4% of St. Clair County’s student body in 2023-24 school year

In St. Clair County schools, 18,026 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

St. Libory Consolidated School District 30: How many students failed math test in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 64.2% of St. Libory Consolidated School District 30 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Rep. Elik criticizes Gov. Pritzker's immigration policies after congressional hearing

Rep. Amy Elik has voiced criticism following Governor JB Pritzker's testimony at the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing in Washington DC, which focused on immigration.

Byway Discovery Center breaks ground with support from Rep. Amy Elik

State Representative Amy Elik, along with local and state leaders, marked the commencement of construction for the Byway Discovery Center at Piasa Creek.

Explore top outdoor destinations in Illinois this summer

Illinois offers a wide range of outdoor activities for those interested in hiking, biking, and exploring this summer.

Miller-Meeks leads hearing on bills enhancing veteran healthcare access

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health, recently led a legislative hearing to discuss various bills aimed at improving veterans' healthcare services.

$44,791 in County Sales Tax collected in April for Jersey County

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

Dupo Community Unit School District 196 administrators rank 347th highest in state for average salary in 2024

Administrators in Dupo Community Unit School District 196 earn an average of $115,085 per year, ranking 347th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Granite City Community Unit School District 9: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 16.8% of the students in Granite City Community Unit School District 9 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Did Whiteside School District 115 students fail or pass their 2023-24 ELA tests?