
Edgar County ranks 54th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during 2024
Edgar County residents paid just over $3.6 million in sales taxes, ranking 54th in total sales taxes paid per county in 2024.
Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Richland County in week ending May 24?
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Richland County was found at three gas stations in the week ending May 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
- Shelby County settles lawsuit with former inmate Nicholas Banning
- Illinois announces $20 million grant program for nonprofit security enhancements
- Christ’s Church worship minister leads prayer at Illinois House session
- Pastor Josh Palma delivers invocation at Illinois House session
- Legislation proposed to honor veteran and trooper with highway designations
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State Rep. Halbrook: Thanks to tariffs, 'we're seeing a return to fair trade'
Brad Halbrook, Illinois state representative for the 107th District, said that the United States has historically prioritized fair play in trade while its manufacturing base declined.
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State Rep. Halbrook: Illinois' 2026 economic forecast is 'troubling'
Brad Halbrook, the Illinois state representative for House District 107, has expressed concerns over the state's economic trajectory.
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Pavement patching starts on Banker St. overpass in Effingham
The Illinois Department of Transportation has started pavement patching on the Banker Street overpass in Effingham.
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Jasper County: Residents received $42.42 million per capita from Social Security transfers in 2022
In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 8.1% of income in Jasper County, providing an average of $4,604 per capita to residents.
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Approximately $2.5 million in Countywide Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Effingham County
In 2024, Effingham County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.
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3 lawyers with active licenses in cities within Cumberland County as of April
There were three lawyers with active licenses to practice law in cities within Cumberland County as of April.
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State Rep. Wilhour: Letting boys compete in girls sports is 'exploitation'
Illinois State Representative Blaine Wilhour has voiced strong opposition to the participation of transgender students in girls' sports, describing it as "abusive" rather than compassionate.
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State Rep. Miller on immigration arrests: Trump is putting 'American citizens first'
Chris Miller, an Illinois state representative for House District 101, has called for Governor J.B. Pritzker to demonstrate stronger leadership and take action against illegal immigrants who pose a threat to public safety.
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Douglas County ranks 88th in Illinois for per capita government transfer income in 2022
In 2022, residents of Douglas County received an average of $10,542 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 15th lowest in Illinois.
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Camp Butler hosts Memorial Day ceremony honoring fallen service members
Memorial Day serves as a time to honor and remember those who have sacrificed their lives in service to the United States.