In early May, during the 2024 Spring Legislative Session, Illinois Democrats made significant changes to election laws by altering a Senate child welfare bill. The new legislation changed the rules for candidates seeking public office in the upcoming November 2024 election. "This abrupt change to our election laws not only undermines the integrity of the democratic process but also silences the voices of many Illinoisans," Rep. Friess stated. "By altering the rules in the middle of an election cycle, we are effectively silencing potential candidates and their supporters. This...
There were 71 students suspended in Red Bud Community Unit School District 132 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Perry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.
Each year, to celebrate Father’s Day and encourage people to spend time in nature, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources designates its Free Fishing Days. The annual four-day-long celebration allows in-state residents to fish without a license, salmon stamp, or inland trout stamp. This year's event runs from Friday, June 14 through Monday, June 17.
In less than a year, Illinois residents aged 18 and older must have a Real ID card to board planes and enter certain federal facilities. The Illinois DMV is prepared to assist customers with obtaining their new licenses and IDs before the federal deadline. As of May, only 23.5% of Illinoisans have obtained the Real ID.