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Sangamon County Finance Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 22

Menard County Emergency Telephone System Board met Oct. 21

Menard County Emergency Telephone System Board met Monday, Oct. 21

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Sept. 26

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Thursday, Sept. 26

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Board of Education met Sept. 25

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Board of Education met Wednesday, Sept. 25

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Finance Committee met Sept. 24

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Finance Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 24

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Board of Education met Oct. 23

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 23

Lawmakers call for action on prison drug exposure risks

Recent concerns have emerged about exposure to hazardous substances in Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) facilities. This has prompted State Senator Tom Bennett, State Senator Terri Bryant, and State Representative Dennis Tipsword to meet with staff at Pontiac Correctional Center. They discussed ongoing drug exposure incidents and possible solutions.

Illinois College excels in final week of clay target league competition

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. – The Illinois College Clay Target team concluded its league competition with another impressive performance. Jack Flatley led the team in week five by achieving a perfect score of 25, contributing to his total of 48 points, the highest for the team.

Safety tips emphasized as Americans prepare for Halloween festivities

Halloween is a cherished tradition in the United States, with millions participating in festivities such as visiting haunted houses, carving pumpkins, and trick-or-treating. In 2024, Americans are expected to spend approximately $11.6 billion on Halloween-related goods, with over 70% planning to partake in celebrations.

University of Illinois graduates engage with Rep. Coffey during office visit

Yesterday, graduates from the University of Illinois visited Representative Coffey for a meet and greet.

3 gas stations in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Oct. 19

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Logan County in week ending Oct. 19?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Sangamon County in week ending Oct. 19

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois College Esports falls to Glenville State in Overwatch 2

The Illinois College Esports team faced a challenging match in the MEC Overwatch 2 series against Glenville State, resulting in a 3-0 loss.

Illinois lawmakers challenge costs linked to immigration policies

The ongoing national debate on immigration has intensified with California's recent proposal to provide housing assistance to undocumented immigrants. The proposed bill in California would allow these individuals to apply for state-backed home loans of up to $150,000. This development has sparked discussions about whether Illinois might consider a similar approach, especially as Chicago's migrant crisis remains a significant issue.

Funding cuts threaten future of Illinois conservation programs