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Representatives encourage toy donations for children this holiday season

State Representatives Wayne Rosenthal and Mike Coffey, in collaboration with Toys for Tots, are calling on the community to contribute new unwrapped toys for children this holiday season.

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 20, 2024

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski discusses democracy, veteran care, and biofuel expansion

In a series of tweets dated November 19, 2024, Rep. Nikki Budzinski addressed key issues including honoring democratic values on the anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, legislative advancements for veteran care services, and discussions with...

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2024

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Illinois House Republicans promote community blood donation drives amid ongoing shortages

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2024

This year, the Illinois House Republicans have focused on encouraging blood donations within communities.

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Illinois House GOP outlines veto session priorities amid fiscal concerns

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2024

House Republican leaders in Illinois have outlined their priorities as the fall Veto Session commences.

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Holiday toy drive organized by state representatives and Toys for Tots

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 18, 2024

State Representatives Mike Coffey and Wayne Rosenthal, in collaboration with Toys for Tots, are encouraging the public to contribute to their holiday toy drive.

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Illinois political landscape sees developments in trials, veto sessions, environment protection and firearms

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 18, 2024

Jurors in the Madigan trial listened to wiretap recordings of McClain discussing subcontracts alleged to be bribes.

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Illinois Senate Republicans urge budget balance without new taxes amid projected deficit

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 18, 2024

Senate Republicans in Illinois are urging Governor J.B. Pritzker to address the state's budget deficit without imposing additional taxes on residents and businesses.

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Nikki Budzinski highlights key initiatives on reproductive rights and energy investment

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 18, 2024

Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski recently shared her support for reproductive rights legislation and renewable energy funding via social media posts dated November 18, 2024.

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Lincoln Land Community College opens scholarship applications for upcoming academic year

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 18, 2024

The Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) Foundation has announced the opening of its scholarship application period for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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Logan County taxpayers give $24,582 in County Sales Tax in August

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 17, 2024

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

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District 186 highlights special education event and career fair

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 15, 2024

District 186 recently announced events including a Special Education Meet & Greet and an education career fair via tweets dated November 12-15, highlighting opportunities for community engagement and employment within Springfield's educational...

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Rochester Elementary honored as one of Illinois' best schools

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 15, 2024

Rochester Elementary School 2-3 has been recognized as one of the Best Elementary Schools for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report.

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IDOT launches project to improve location data accuracy

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 15, 2024

A new initiative by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) aims to enhance the precision of location data crucial for various applications such as surveying, mapping, construction, and engineering.

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Illinois bill seeks to reallocate funds to senior meal programs

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 14, 2024

House Republicans have put forward a new bill aimed at securing funding for programs that provide meals to senior citizens in Illinois.

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Madigan faces federal charges amid calls for Illinois ethics reforms

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 14, 2024

Mike Madigan, former Illinois House Speaker, is facing federal racketeering and bribery charges.

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Menard County ranks 68th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during August

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 13, 2024

Menard County residents paid $168,565 in sales taxes, ranking 68th in total sales taxes paid per county in August.

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FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Department of Revenue Regarding Business City Sales Tax on November 13, 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 13, 2024

FOIA Request to Illinois Department of Revenue Regarding Business City Sales Tax on November 13, 2024.

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Legislative package aims to amend Illinois' Environmental Protection Act

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 13, 2024

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has introduced a legislative package aimed at revising the state's Environmental Protection Act.

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Sangamon County taxpayers give $171,650 in County Sales Tax in August

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 12, 2024

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

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Illinois House begins fall veto session focusing on unfinished business

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 12, 2024

Today marks the beginning of the fall legislative veto session for the Illinois House of Representatives.