$49,537 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Coles County
In July, Coles County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
How many students were enrolled in Lawrence County Community Unit School District 20 in 2022-23 school year?
Lawrence County Community Unit School District 20 stood out in Lawrence County with 1,023 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
- Shelby County Vice Chairman resigns amid audit-related frustrations
- Mahomet Aquifer faces contamination concerns amid new carbon sequestration legislation
- Illinois archery deer season begins with safety reminders from state officials
- Lawrence County: Cities registered 6 lawyers in good standing as of September
- Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Cumberland County in week ending Oct. 12?
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Shelby County assessments face scrutiny over alleged improper practices
The Shelby County Supervisor of Assessments, Debbie Dunnaway, is at the center of a controversy regarding property assessment practices. Concerns have been raised about the use of Certificates of Error that were allegedly pre-signed by Board of Review members or signed on their behalf by employees in the Supervisor's office. This practice has been criticized for bypassing the independent review role intended for the Board.
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ADM suspends CO2 injections after second leak detected
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) in Decatur, Illinois, has halted carbon dioxide injections following the discovery of a second leak in one of its wells. This comes after Illinois Democrats passed Senate Bill 1289 earlier this year, enabling the state to establish permitting regulations for carbon capture, transport, and sequestration. Critics argue that such projects pose significant risks to both human safety and the environment.
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Coles County home prices rose in August 2024 compared to August 2023
In August, the median sale price of a home in Coles County rose by $8,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 2.4%.
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Which Effingham County district enrolled most students in 2022-23 school year?
Effingham Community Unit School District 40 stood out in Effingham County with 2,245 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
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Questions arise over election petition timing discrepancies
We received a copy of an email sent to the entire board by former State’s Attorney Rob Hanlon just before his last day in office. The email contained several updates for the board, which have not yet been discussed publicly.
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Shelby County State’s Attorney criticized for handling of child sex offense case
The Shelby County State’s Attorney office is facing scrutiny over the handling of a case involving Carlos Oberg, who was charged with 33 criminal counts related to child sex offenses. These charges included traveling to engage in unlawful sexual conduct with a child, child pornography, and grooming. Initially, the charges were filed to provide concurrent sentences rather than consecutive ones, resulting in a maximum sentence of five years.
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Niemerg announces October dates for satellite office hours
State Representative Adam Niemerg has announced the schedule for his "Satellite Office Hours" in October, providing an opportunity for constituents to meet with legislative staff to discuss state issues and receive assistance. The sessions will be held on Thursday, October 24, at various locations.
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Illinois issues $1.7 billion bonds amid ongoing trials and education board changes
The trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan has begun in Chicago, with jury selection currently underway. Madigan faces charges of bribery and racketeering alongside his longtime associate Mike McClain. The indictment alleges that Madigan led the "Madigan Enterprise," a scheme to enrich himself and his political allies while maintaining power in Springfield. Both defendants have pleaded not guilty.
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Veterans Wall of Honor returns to Illinois Capitol
The Illinois Veterans Wall of Honor is making its return to the Capitol. This annual event, hosted by colleagues in the Senate, serves as a tribute to honor the service, bravery, and sacrifice of veterans from Illinois.
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9 lawyers in good standing in cities within Edgar County as of September
There were nine lawyers in good standing in cities within Edgar County as of September.