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Yesterday, Representative Rosenthal introduced his Page for the day at the Illinois State House. Douglas Neverdowski, a junior at Gillespie High School, plans on spending 20 years in the Navy.

Illinois lawmaker proposes set hours for General Assembly sessions

State Representative Coffey has introduced HB4735, a bill aimed at enhancing transparency within the Illinois General Assembly. The proposed legislation mandates that the Illinois House of Representatives and the Illinois Senate, along with their respective committees, conduct all business between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Republicans express concerns over exclusion from Illinois budget talks

Democrats may miss their self-imposed budget deadline again this year, with Republicans once more excluded from the process. "We have to work together if we want to craft the best budget for our state," a Republican representative stated.

Dylan Doss achieves top 10 finish at NCAA Division III Championships

Illinois College's Dylan Doss achieved a notable milestone at the NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field Championships held at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Competing in the men's long jump, Doss secured a 10th place finish among 22 competitors with a leap of 7.12 meters (23 feet, 4.5 inches). This performance earned him his first career second-team All-American honor.

Logan County taxpayers give $22,541 in County Sales Tax in February

In February, Logan County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

House holds Memorial Day ceremony to honor fallen service members

The House held its Memorial Day ceremony today at the Capitol, honoring members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have lost their lives in service to the nation. This annual event serves as a solemn reminder of the cost of freedom and the sacrifices made by the nation's heroes.

Bill aimed at preventing funeral home misconduct passes General Assembly

The General Assembly passed Senate Bill 2643 with bipartisan support yesterday. State Representative Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) and State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield), who sponsored the bill in the House, assert that it will safeguard families from funeral home directors mishandling human remains.

Illinois General Assembly passes bill on funeral home regulations

On May 22, 2024, the General Assembly passed Senate Bill 2643 with bipartisan support. State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) and State Representative Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville), House sponsors of the bill, assert that it will protect families from funeral home directors mishandling human remains.

Illinois College's Dylan Doss earns all-region honors ahead of NCAA championships

Dylan Doss, a freshman from Illinois College, has been recognized with All-Region honors for the 2024 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field season. This recognition comes from the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) after the regular season concluded.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 18

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

City of Athens Business District Committee met May 13

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 21, 2024

City of Athens Business District Committee met 6 p.m. Monday, May 13.

How many white students were enrolled in Sangamon County districts in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 63% of students enrolled in Sangamon County school districts identified as white.

Senator Bennett sponsors bill recognizing US Space Force as official military branch

State Senator Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) is sponsoring legislation to formally recognize the United States Space Force as an official branch of the United States Armed Forces.

Rep. Coffey addresses exclusion from Illinois' $53 billion budget discussions

Yesterday, Representative Coffey joined Patrick Pfingsten on WMAY to discuss ongoing budget negotiations, the current spring session, and his vision for Illinois' prosperity. Coffey expressed dissatisfaction with the exclusion of Republicans from the budget-making process, particularly concerning a $53 billion budget proposal.

Menard County Education: 2,136 white students were enrolled in districts in 2021-22 school year

In the 2021-22 school year, 93.5% of students enrolled in Menard County school districts identified as white.

Photos from last week's district tour and Firefighters ceremony unveiled

Last week was marked by a series of notable events, including a district tour, a Firefighters ceremony, and an engagement at the Capitol. These events were captured in photos that are now available for public viewing.

Illinois celebrates Emergency Medical Service Week

This week, the state of Illinois is celebrating Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Week, an annual event that honors the tireless efforts and significant contributions of EMS workers. These professionals are recognized for their vital role in saving lives and supporting communities on a daily basis.

Illinois Teachers Union Demands Additional Funding Amidst Fiscal Challenges

On May 15, hundreds of members from the Chicago Teacher’s Union (CTU) gathered at the Capitol to demand an additional $1 billion in state funding for Chicago Public Schools (CPS). This move was met with criticism as it required the district to hire substitute teachers, thus utilizing significant taxpayer dollars. The salaries of CTU members who attended the gathering in Springfield were also covered by taxpayer funds.

Construction on Interstate 57 in Iroquois County set to begin May 20