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$853,232 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for Sangamon County

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

In January, Sangamon County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Who voted in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 075 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 195 voters in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 075 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 056 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 434 voters in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 056 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Just under $2.7 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in 2023 for Logan County

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

In 2023, Logan County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central E City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 048

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 184 voters in Central E City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 048 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 054 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 455 voters in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 054 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Sangamon County in week ending Mar. 30

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2022: Community Unit School District 16 administrators rank 697th in state for average pay

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

Administrators in Community Unit School District 16 earn an average of $91,163 per year, ranking 697th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Bills Out of Committee This Week Strongly Favor Democrats

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

"In a recent development, legislation out of committee this week has shown a stark disparity, with 85% of the bills being Democrat bills and only 15% being Republican bills. The push for bipartisan legislation that benefits Illinois residents is emphasized by a call for real change in the state.Republicans have expressed frustration at the lack of progress on important issues, with one stating, "For too long, Republicans have been stonewalled by Democrats and bold legislation that would actually strengthen the State of Illinois, remains on the table." Calls for...

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Senate Republicans Propose Legislation to Reform Prisoner Review Board and Address Teacher Shortage

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

Senate Republicans have introduced legislation aimed at reforming the Prisoner Review Board in response to a controversial decision that led to a tragic incident. The legislation includes provisions to prioritize victims, depoliticize the appointment process, and ensure accountability for decisions made by the board.During a news conference, Senate Republicans unveiled the proposed reforms, with Senator Bennett stating, "Putting Victims First – Requires the Prisoner Review Board to immediately inform a victim of the early release of a prisoner... Mandates yearly training...

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Illinois College wins against Ripon in extra innings

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

The Illinois College baseball team secured a 5-4 victory over Ripon in a Midwest Conference game, held at the Future Champs Complex in Jacksonville. Originally scheduled for Ripon, Wisconsin, the game was relocated due to bad weather.

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How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Pawnee Community Unit School District 11 in 2021-22 school year?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Pawnee Community Unit School District 11 was $111,970 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $53,481, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Illinois College hosts Midwest Esports Conference Spring Finals this weekend

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

The Illinois College Esports program is set to host the 2024 Midwest Esports Conference Spring Finals in collaboration with Unified Gaming Fanfest. The event will take place on April 6-7 at King Fieldhouse, sponsored by i3 Broadband.

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How did Central NE Township of Fancy Creek: Precinct Fancy Creek 003 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 609 voters in Central NE Township of Fancy Creek: Precinct Fancy Creek 003 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Bills Out of Committee Shed Light on Bipartisan Legislation

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 5, 2024

In a recent statement, a representative highlighted the importance of focusing on real state issues, saying, "We need to focus on solutions to important state issues rather than creating solutions to problems that simply do not exist." The representative also expressed concern over the lack of inclusivity in legislative processes, stating, "Bipartisan legislation helps strengthen the State of Illinois, but Republicans continue to be shut-out from meetings that would be proactive in serving the people with transparency and truth."According to the same source, Republican...

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Q1 2024: 23 new registered sex offenders living in Sangamon County

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 4, 2024

Sangamon County has 23 new sex offenders registered as living there as of the first quarter of 2024, compared to the previous quarter, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Menard County houses no new registered sex offenders as of March 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 4, 2024

Menard County had no new sex offenders registered as living there in March 2024, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Menard County collects $284,770 in County Sales Tax in 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 4, 2024

In 2023, Menard County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Springfield responsible for 2nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during January

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 4, 2024

Springfield residents paid $9.4 million in sales taxes, the second highest total paid per municipality in January.

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Hartsburg Emden Community Unit School District 21 administrators rank 683rd in state for average pay in 2022

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 4, 2024

Administrators in Hartsburg Emden Community Unit School District 21 earn an average of $92,178 per year, ranking 683rd in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.