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With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 330 voters in Central NW City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 035 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 060

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 302 voters in Central NE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 060 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Illiopolis: Precinct Illiopolis 001

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 478 voters in Central Township of Illiopolis: Precinct Illiopolis 001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Photos from Last Week!

Last week in Springfield was a bustling one with various activities happening at the Capitol. Among the events were sessions, committee meetings, and visits that added excitement to the week.Representative Mike Coffey shared some highlights of the week, including the presence of two high school seniors who accompanied him for a day. He mentioned, "I had two Pages with me for a day: Harrison Gray is a Senior at Springfield High School and a student representative for District 186 school board. Ian Klockenga is a Senior at Rochester High School and helped the Rochester...

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 98.2% more than teachers in Tri-City Community Unit School District 1

The average school administrator’s salary in Tri-City Community Unit School District 1 was $95,687 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $48,267, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Illinois House Republicans Express Concerns Over Diminished Public Safety and Rising Costs

In a recent development, Illinois House Republicans have voiced their concerns over the diminished public safety in the state following the implementation of the cashless bail system under the Illinois SAFE-T Act. Representative Rosenthal highlighted the troubling trend where criminals seem to be treated more favorably than law-abiding citizens, emphasizing the need to prioritize community safety.Patrick Windhorst, the House Republican Floor Leader, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of holding perpetrators accountable and preventing quick releases back...

Catching Up with Coffey: Concerns Over Illinois SAFE-T Act Implementation

Illinois residents are facing a significant challenge in maintaining public safety six months after the full implementation of the cashless bail and other provisions of the Illinois SAFE-T Act. House Republicans have been vocal about their opposition to the law, citing concerns about its impact on law enforcement and community safety.According to Rep. Coffey, tough laws against criminals need to be reestablished to ensure accountability for perpetrators of crimes. State Representative John Cabello expressed worry over criminals being treated better than law-abiding...

Who voted in Central NE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 018 during 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 281 voters in Central NE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 018 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

School administrators earns 88% more on average than teachers in Greenfield Community Unit School District 10 in 2021-22 school year

The average school administrator’s salary in Greenfield Community Unit School District 10 was $98,960 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $52,649, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How did Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 031 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 353 voters in Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 031 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 045

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 399 voters in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 045 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Sangamon County Collective Bargaining Committee met April 8

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 14, 2024

Sangamon County Collective Bargaining Committee met 4 p.m. Monday, April 8.

Menard County Board of Commissioners met March 12

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, March 12

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Facilities and Grounds Committee met March 13

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Facilities and Grounds Committee met Wednesday, March 13

Sangamon County Public Health Committee met April 10

Sangamon County Public Health Committee met Wednesday, April 10

Sangamon County Finance Committee met April 8

Sangamon County Finance Committee met Monday, April 8

Sangamon County Board met April 8

Sangamon County Board met Monday, April 8

Menard County Board of Commissioners met April 9

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, April 9

Logan County Board Zoning & Economic Development Committee met April 9